New
Insurance Attorney
State of Washington | |
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May 02, 2024 | |
DESCRIPTION *Updated as of 4/24/2024* This recruitment has been extended until May 31, 2024 to allow for a wider candidate pool. If you have already applied, you do not need to reapply. The agency reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening date on April 8, 2024. It is in the applicant’s best interest to submit materials as soon as possible. OIC CAREER OPPORTUNITY The Office of the Insurance Commissioner’s (OIC) Insurance Enforcement Unit is seeking motivated and qualified individuals to fill an exempt Insurance Attorney position. This position is assigned to the Legal Affairs Division, located in our Tumwater office. OIC’s Insurance Attorneys work with investigative staff and subject matter experts from around the agency to act against licensed insurance professionals and companies for violations of the insurance code. Enforcement actions range from cease-and-desist orders to compliance plans and fines upwards of seven-figures. Insurance Attorneys litigate these actions at the administrative level, including negotiating appropriate consent orders and settlements. In addition, they aid staff within the agency and participate on teams aimed to develop rules, legislation, initiatives, and other projects. Examples of past and current work includes the implementation of health care reform, the use of consumer credit scores in insurance rates, and industry-wide enforcement of service contractor registration. If you are interested in putting your legal and writing skills to work in a complex and dynamic regulatory environment, and you would like to protect consumer’s interests while promoting a healthy insurance market for Washington State, please apply and become part of our team! This is a civil service exempt position and salary depends on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this position is $79,620 - $119,430. 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 have high employee satisfaction scores, and 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 http://www.insurance.wa.gov/ and listen to our employees talk about why they love working here. BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR OIC Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We offer a great selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, and compensation benefits for you and your family. Additional Benefits:
DUTIES Reporting to the Attorney Manager, this position is responsible for assisting the agency with the interpretation of insurance statues, investigating, enforcing laws, and the regulations governing insurance within the State of Washington. Duties include but are not limited to:
QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualification for this position include:
Preferred/Desired Qualifications for this position include:
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. General suggestions for creating a good application:
Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact Treese.Beckett@oic.wa.gov Other Information:
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