Deputy Bank Commissioner

The deadline to submit an application is June 1.

We are hiring for a Deputy Bank Commissioner!

The Office of the State Bank Commissioner (OSBC) regulates our state’s financial service providers and protects consumers, and we are looking to fill the position of – Deputy Bank Commissioner.

The Deputy Bank Commissioner of the OSBC serves as a leader responsible for assisting the State Bank Commissioner with overseeing the application process for banks and trust companies, supervision of state-chartered banks and trust companies, as well as nonbank entities (including but not limited to: licensed lenders, money transmitters, and innovative payment methods), and establishment and implementation of rules, regulations, and internal policies and procedures. The position has authority to coordinate and implement agency policy initiatives. The Deputy Bank Commissioner reports directly to the State Bank Commissioner.

The OSBC charters all depository institutions and limited purpose trust companies overseen by the agency. The Deputy Bank Commissioner is responsible for reviewing all charter-related applications, including de novo, change of control, merger/acquisition, and new activities.

Details:

Job Title: Deputy Bank Commissioner
Position Type: Exempt
Department and Location: Department of State, Dover, Delaware
Direct Supervisor: Director
Salary: $77,000 – $106,000
Closing Date: June 1

Interested in Applying?

Submit your resume by June 1, 2026, to the email below.

BankCommissioner@delaware.gov

Job Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Assists with establishing policies, procedures, and appropriate supervisory actions relating to the supervision of banks and trust companies, as well as nonbank entities (including but not limited to: licensed lenders, money transmitters, and innovative payment methods);
  • Reviews and comments on banking and trust company applications;
  • Assists in coordinating with other regulatory agencies on the supervision and applications of supervised institutions;
  • Reviews and advises on Delaware laws, rules, regulations, and policies and procedures of the OSBC, while staying informed on regulatory changes that may impact such supervised institutions;
  • Directly participates in the development and implementation of office policy, including the development of draft legislation, regulations, and supervisory letters, among others;
  • Ensures laws, rules, regulations, and policies and procedures are implemented timely, and that OSBC staff are provided with appropriate training and resources;
  • Remains current on regulatory developments relevant to the supervision of chartered entities and advises staff on the same;
  • Designated work location is the office in Dover, Delaware; in addition to attendance of necessary offsite meetings and conferences
  • Assists with special agency initiatives proposed by the State Bank Commissioner; and
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or business administration, or related field.
  • Extensive experience in banking regulation or management
  • Familiarity with financial services regulation and Delaware Banking Laws
  • Strong organizational and operational management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience supervising staff or managing teams

Proposed Salary Range

  • $76,791 – $106,000

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