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Supervisor Committee Announcement

Everwise Supervisory Committee Seeking Candidate Members
May 20, 2026

The Supervisory Committee, in collaboration with the Governance Committee of the Board of Directors of Everwise Credit Union is accepting applications from qualified individuals.

The Supervisory Committee is committed to considering a broad and diverse pool of candidates with the expertise and experience necessary to act on behalf of members to ensure safe, sound, ethical, and compliant operation of the Credit Union and to supervise the actions of the Board of Directors and corporate officers. To advance this objective, the Supervisory Committee welcomes interested individuals to submit their resume and any relevant background materials via email at [email protected]. All submissions will be handled confidentially.

The Supervisory Committee places a strong emphasis on candidate independence, recognizing it as essential to effective oversight and sound decision‑making. As part of its governance, the compensated Supervisory Committee seeks to embody a broad and relevant collection of skills and experiences across all Committee members. In addition to the standard Supervisory Committee Job Description requirements, the Committee, is specifically seeking the following:

  • Certified Public Accountant strongly preferred.

Please refer to the position description below for additional details.

The independence of Credit Union Board members is paramount. Pursuant to Indiana Code 28-7-1-15(f), each individual elected or appointed to serve as a director, supervisory committee member, or credit committee member of a credit union, or as a member of any other committee that performs significant functions relating to the ongoing operations of the credit union, shall meet all of the following criteria:

  1. The individual is a member of the credit union and in good standing according to reasonable criteria established by the credit union board.
  2. The individual is acceptable as a bonding risk by a bonding company licensed to do business in this state.
  3. The individual has not been removed as a director, officer, committee member, or employee of a financial institution by a federal regulator, a state regulator, or a court with jurisdiction.
  4. The department has not removed the individual as a director, officer, committee member, or employee of a credit union, financial institution, or other legal entity under the department's enforcement powers under any law of this state.
  5. The individual has not been convicted of a crime involving dishonesty or breach of trust.
  6. The individual is not habitually negligent in paying the individual's financial obligations as determined by criteria reasonably established by the credit union board.
  7. The individual has not been convicted by a court with jurisdiction of a violation, or found in violation by a court with jurisdiction or the department, of any law of this state enforced or administered by the department.

Everwise Credit Union is accepting applications through July 3, 2026. All applicants will be considered. The Committee will advance and nominate the most well-fit and qualified individual(s).

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Supervisory Committee Job Description

Role Overview

The Supervisory Committee (“the Committee”) of Everwise Credit Union is established in accordance with Indiana state regulations and the Credit Union’s Bylaws. Its primary purpose is to provide independent oversight of the Credit Union’s financial reporting, internal controls, risk management, and compliance practices. The Committee acts on behalf of members to ensure safe, sound, ethical, and compliant operation of the Credit Union and to supervise the actions of the Board of Directors and officers.

Fiduciary and Governance Responsibilities

The Committee is responsible for fulfilling all oversight duties prescribed by state and federal law, regulation, and the Bylaws. These responsibilities include ensuring:

  • Compliance with the Indiana Credit Union Act, Bylaws, and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Integrity and transparency of financial reporting and accounting practices.
  • Adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk-management systems.
  • Protection of members’ assets and interests.
  • Ethical conduct across the Credit Union, including whistleblower safeguards.
  • Sound governance practices by the Board of Directors and officers, ensuring strategic alignment with the Credit Union’s mission and long-term vision.

The Committee has broad authority to access records, systems, employees, auditors, advisors, and regulators as needed to execute these fiduciary obligations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Financial Reporting & Internal Control
  • External Audit Oversight
  • Risk Management
  • Internal Audit Oversight
  • Compliance
  • Member Account Verification
  • Ethical Conduct
  • Oversight of Board of Directors and Officers

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Members of the Supervisory Committee should possess or develop:

  • Understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and auditing concepts.
  • Familiarity with internal control frameworks and risk-management practices.
  • Knowledge of state and federal credit union regulations.
  • Ability to analyze complex information and ask probing questions.
  • Independence, sound judgment, and ethical integrity.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with auditors, management, and the Board.
  • Commitment to confidentiality and impartial oversight.
  • A Certified Public Accountant within the Supervisory Committee membership.

Prerequisites

  • Must use Everwise Credit Union as an active financial institution
  • Must be and remain as a member in good standing of the credit union.
  • Must be bondable.
  • Independence from Credit Union management and absence of conflicts of interest.
  • Elected or appointed in accordance with the Credit Union’s Bylaws.
  • Eligible to serve under the Indiana Credit Union Act and internal governance requirements.
  • Advisory Members (if appointed) must meet independence requirements and serve defined terms.
  • Members may be removed for absenteeism or failure to perform required duties.

Time Commitment

  • 4–6 hours per quarter for Committee meetings and preparation.
  • 8–10 hours per quarter for ongoing education (additional time for new Members).
  • Additional time as required for committee work, periodic meetings with auditors, and participation in Board discussions when appropriate.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit:

  • A current resume
  • Relevant background materials or supporting information

Submit applications via email:  [email protected]

Submission Deadline: July 3, 2026.

Applications and inquiries will be handled confidentially.

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