Trader (Government Securities) jobs in Austin, TX

Performs on-site inspections of registered dealers/investment advisers to ensure compliance with the provisions of the Texas Securities Act. Job duties include analysis of documents and financial records obtained from inspections to determine compliance with the statutes and rules administered by the Texas State Securities Board; review of filings made by registered dealers/investment advisers; investigation of complaints filed against registered dealers/investment advisers; and related work as assigned by the Director of the Inspections and Compliance Division.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (License, Education, Experience):

Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, business, finance, or a combination thereof. Strong interpersonal and writing skills required. Must have reliable transportation.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Experience in securities regulation or compliance. Thorough knowledge of state and federal securities law.

HOW TO APPLY (Application procedure, Special requirements):

To be considered for this position, you must submit (1) a completed standard state application, (2) a State Securities Board “Supplement To Application For Employment”, (3) a copy of your college transcripts, and (4) a writing sample. Applications and the Supplement form may be downloaded from the Agency website at https://www.ssb.texas.gov. The preferred method to submit completed applications, along with the Supplement, transcripts, and writing sample, is via email. You may also mail to Human Resources, State Securities Board, P.O. Box 13167, Austin, Texas 78711-3167, or fax to 512-305-8327. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a standard state application. Applicants to be interviewed will be contacted by the Agency. Applications accepted for this position only. EOE.

PLEASE NOTE: All applications must be complete, including job title, history, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed. Failure to submit this information on your application is considered incomplete and may be rejected. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

Veterans, Reservist, or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Military Crosswalk for Occupational Category - Accounting, Auditing, and Finance (texas.gov)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $4,416.67 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person