Insurance Investigator I/II
Recruitment #20-009638-0001
Department | Maryland Insurance Administration |
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Date Opened | 2/14/2020 1:00:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 2/28/2020 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | Commensurate with Experience (Salary Guidelines Apply to State Employees) |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Lynn Hill |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
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Introduction
The Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) is an independent State agency that regulates Maryland’s insurance industry and protects consumers by monitoring and enforcing insurers’ and insurance professionals’ compliance with State law. Through the diligence of a highly professional staff of market analysts, financial analysts, accountants, lawyers, law enforcement officers, actuaries, complaint investigators, and others, the MIA works to facilitate a strong and competitive insurance marketplace where consumers are well informed and treated fairly. Staff members are subject matter experts who serve as a resource for lawmakers, consumers, and other public and private entities.
The MIA is charged with a broad range of responsibilities including the licensure of insurance carriers and insurance producers (brokers/agents) operating in Maryland, the conduct of financial examinations of companies to monitor financial solvency, and the review and approval of rates and contract forms. The MIA investigates reports of consumer fraud and consumer complaints about life, health, automobile, homeowners, and/or property insurance. Insurance carriers are subject to market conduct examinations and other actions to monitor compliance with Maryland law. The MIA also has a unit dedicated to consumer education and outreach, which participates in hundreds of events and reaches thousands of individual consumers annually.
* This is a Special Appointment position that serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.
GRADE
Insurance Investigator I (Grade 14): $41,464/year - $47,885/year
Insurance Investigator II (Grade 15): $44,106/year - $50,984/year
LOCATION OF POSITION
POSITION DUTIES
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Insurance Investigator I
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Insurance, Business, or related fields.
Experience: None
Note:
Four years of experience in the property and casualty insurance industry as an investigator, adjuster, underwriter or agent may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Insurance Investigator II
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Insurance, Business, or related fields.
Experience: One year of experience in the property and casualty industry as an investigator, adjuster, underwriter or agent.
Note:
1. Five years of experience in the property and casualty insurance industry as an investigator, adjuster, underwriter or agent may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
2. Possession of J.D. degree may substitute for minimum qualifications.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Commercial underwriting and rating experience and/or property claim adjusting experience is preferred.
- Working knowledge of insurance laws including the Annotated Code of Maryland, Insurance Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations ("COMAR").
- English to Spanish/Spanish to English oral and written communications skills is preferred.
- Excellent customer service, communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills a must.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
If you have any questions concerning this recruitment, please contact lynn.hill@maryland.gov.
For immediate consideration, upload one WORD or PDF file, at the "Resume" tab, that contains:
1. a cover letter stating your interest and specific salary requirements; and
2. a current professional resume.
If you are unable to apply online, you may submit via mail.
Please be sure to include all documents listed above to ensure timely processing. Complete application packets may be mailed to:
Maryland Insurance Administration
Human Resources - Recruitment #: 20-009638-0001
200 St. Paul Place, Suite 2700
Baltimore, MD 21202
Incomplete submission will not receive consideration.
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