Job Description

Description

This recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening date on October 25, 2023. It is in the applicant\'s best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

OIC CAREER OPPORTUNITY

The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) Producer Licensing & Oversight Unit is seeking a motivated and qualified individual to fill an Education and Compliance Analyst (Functional Program Analyst 3) position. This position is assigned to the Consumer Protection Division, located in our office.

This position ensures licensees complete pre-licensing and continuing education courses to sufficiently obtain and maintain knowledge about insurance products and regulations. This is done through verifying that education providers and licensees are complying with all applicable laws and regulations, and reviewing new license applications and background reports to be sure the applicant is trustworthy to perform the duties of a licensee in their dealings with insurance consumers.

If you\'re interested in a dynamic career that protects consumers\' interests and promotes a healthy business environment in this state, please apply and become part of our dynamic team.

This recruitment may be used to establish a qualified pool of candidates for Functional Program Analyst 3 vacancies in the next sixty days.

This is a Washington General Service position. The annual salary range for this position is $58,104 - $78,120.

AGENCY PROFILE AND VALUES

The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) operates under the direction of the state\'s Insurance Commissioner, a statewide elected official.?Our mission is to provide consumer protection and regulation of the state\'s insurance industry.?

With a workforce of approximately 265 employees, we are one of the smaller state agencies in Washington state government and are fortunate to have a stable funding source that does not rely on the state\'s general fund.?

Because we are a small agency, you will truly get a chance to understand the \'big picture\' of what we do and why we do it.?You will also have a chance to get to know your co-workers.

We value diversity in the workplace. We challenge our employees to continuously improve the way we do business and to meet and exceed the needs of our customers.?

To learn more about this agency, we invite you to visit our website at and

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR OIC

Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We offer a great selection of and , paid leave, and compensation benefits for you and your family.

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Federal and Medicare systems.

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(supplemental retirement plan).

Training and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement.

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Free parking at our main office in Tumwater.

A stable funding source that does not rely on the state\'s general fund.

The fulfillment of public service.

Excellent work-life balance.

Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities.

Commitment to?diversity in the workplace and support one another with respect and trust.

Free Thurston County Transit public transportation, or King County ORCA Transit pass for public transportation.

Duties

Reviews Regulatory Information Retrieval System (RIRS); and Personalized Information Capture System (PICS) reports provided by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) to determine if administrative action is required by the OIC.

Evaluates and analyzes performance activities of insurance education providers.

Reviews background disclosures by applicants to determine if they pose a concern.

Verifies that courses that are submitted for approval meet statutory requirements.

Communicates with insurance education providers about changes in statutes, regulations, and OIC policies and procedures related to insurance education.

Audits provider records and classroom instruction to verify compliance with statutes and regulations.

Researches complaints about the activities of insurance education providers or the contracted insurance testing vendor.

Reviews, approves, or denies requests for education waivers due to military activation or medical issues.

Conducts research into alleged education compliance violations by licensees and insurance education providers.

Provides the compliance supervisor and program manager with compliance/enforcement recommendations.

Prepares legal referrals and attending hearings as necessary.

Responds to inquiries in a timely manner and providing accurate and factual information about insurance statutes and regulations, and OIC policies and procedures.

Answers questions about licensing and education rules and procedures from applicants, licensees, and insurance education providers. Assists licensees with the on-line license renewal, and status of their insurance continuing education.

Assists providers with issues related to submitting rosters and maintaining records.

Provides information to applicants and licensees about education requirements and approved providers.

Qualifications

An Associate\'s degree from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent, involving major study in business administration, public administration, insurance administration or related field.

Two years of relevant work experience may substitute for the education requirement.

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Two years of experience in one or more of the following: 1) insurance regulatory examinations or audits, 2) insurance professional licensing, 3) investigations of insurance licensee\'s conduct, 4) insurance regulatory activities.

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Basic-level experience using Microsoft Word and Excel

Experience analyzing, interpreting, and communicating compliance laws

Preferred/Desired Qualifications of this position include:

Knowledge of the Washington State Insurance Code, specifically RCW 48.17; and WAC 284 pertaining to the pre-licensing and continuing education requires of insurance licensees and providers.

An understanding of the insurance industry and lines of authority including life, disability, property, casualty, and limited lines. Knowledge of insurance education course content and outline procedures. Understanding of testing center procedures.

Ability to multi-task and interact with professionals.

Ability to work independently and devise own work processes.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply: Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Please select the large green "apply" button at the top of this announcement. If you have not done so previously, you will need to set up an account profile.

Please provide three (3) professional references on your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.

The initial screening will be based on the content and completeness of your application and the materials submitted. All information may be verified and documentation may be required. Your letter of interest should describe how your experience, training and education make you a viable and competitive candidate for this position. Applications with comments such as "see attachments" or "see resume" in the supplemental question responses will be considered incomplete.

General suggestions for creating a good application:

Read the job posting very carefully. Find out as much as you can about the position.

Make sure you are very diligent in following all the application instructions.? Include all requested documentation.

Make sure your application and supplemental question responses address how you meet each of the required and desired qualifications.

Carefully read each of the supplemental questions and respond completely to each one.?Pay attention to each component of the question, providing examples, and thoroughly describing when and where you achieved the experience. Detail the types of work you performed, the work products, etc., to demonstrate \'how\'.

Specifically include all your work experiences doing the same or similar work, especially if you reference work in these jobs in describing when/where you gained experience or skills.

Make sure your application reflects your best writing.

Wage/salary depends on qualifications or state rules of compensation (if currently a state employee).

Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact Marc Osborn at .

Other Information:

This position is?represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

State law (RCW 48.02.090[5]) prohibits employees of the OIC from having any interest, directly or indirectly, in an insurance company other than as a policyholder. This prohibition includes the receipt of renewal commissions. If employment is accepted with this agency, you agree to abide by this state law.

If a degree or other credentials are listed by the candidate, proof will be required at the finalist stage. Candidates are encouraged to pre-plan for this. University degrees must be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent.

If a degree was awarded outside the United States, candidates must provide a credential evaluation report.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant\'s suitability and competence to perform in the position.?

If claiming veteran status, please send your DD 214 to with FPA3 0013 CP?in the subject line.?Please do not attach the DD 214 to your application materials. Please black out personally identifiable data such as social security numbers.

The Office of Insurance Commissioner is an equal opportunity employer. Auxiliary aides and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Please contact the recruiter listed above.

If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing (log in, password or email issues) or completing your application (error messages), please call toll-free at (855) 524-5627.

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