Insurance Examiner

Job Description and Duties

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced remote-centered environment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a dynamic individual with demonstrated accounting/audit knowledge and skills to serve as an Insurance Examiner.
If this is you, then CDI may be the employer for you!

Under supervision, the Insurance Examiner (IE) will assist in the financial examinations (audits) of insurance companies to determine their financial status, solvency, and the legality and propriety of their operations. Tasks include but are not limited to: review and assess the effectiveness of the insurer's audit function as well as the enterprise risk management function; exercise judgment to identify and assess solvency risks facing the insurer; identify relevant controls and/or risk mitigation strategies to address risks identified and perform tests of controls to evaluate their effectiveness, as well as examine related records to appropriately determine insurer's compliance with State laws, rules, regulations and standards/guidelines prescribed by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC).

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700), which includes an Assuming Office filing within 30 days of appointment, annual filings, and a Leaving Office filing within 30 days of physical separation. Non-compliance with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may result in the voiding of appointment, financial penalties, or enforcement actions.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 and related Pay Differential 386. PLP 2025 requires employees to receive a reduction in pay in exchange for monthly hours of PLP 2025 leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay. For more information, visit the CalHR website ().

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Working Conditions

• Work at a dedicated workstation at a designated alternate work location (e.g., home office) and maintain safe working conditions and a distraction-free remote work environment.
• Must be able to work in a high-rise building • May sit for extended periods of time
• Work at a computer for an extended period of time • Requires occasional driving for extended periods of time
• Ability to safely drive and operate a private passenger motor vehicle • Ability to lift/carry/move 25-35 pounds for short distances
• Reaching, bending, stretching, and stooping will be required
• The incumbent may telework in accordance with CDI's Telework Policy. Teleworking employees may be required to report to their headquarters office location on designated telework days. Travel expenses are not reimbursed, however other authorized transit subsidies do exist for those who qualify.
• Some travel may require the IE to use private and/or public modes of transportation (i.e., automobile, commercial airlines, etc.). The IE must possess a valid California driver's license and be able to safely drive and operate a private passenger automobile when traveling on official state business.

Special Requirements

Please attach (upload) all the required documents to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position (i.e., degree, transcript, license, certificate). If you fail to provide the required documentation, your application package will be marked as incomplete and not considered for an interview.

• Exam list eligibility - refer to exam link below.
• Transfer eligibility, if applicable, for current/former civil service employees
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Resume

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• A bachelor's degree or higher degree of accounting OR A bachelor's degree in another field of study + proof that you have successfully completed the following courses: Accounting Fundamentals, Finance or Economics, and Business Law
• Demonstrated accounting/audit knowledge and skills (understanding financial assertions, general auditing standards, work paper documentation standards, etc.)
• Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to think critically and make decisions based on reasonable and timely analysis.
• Possess good organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work as a team member and be flexible and responsive to various tasks assigned.
• Willingness to travel and work away from the headquarters office, including out-of-state travel.
• Proficient in using computer application programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.
• Ability to drive private passenger vehicle to and from workplace

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

• Remote work options

• Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance

• Employee Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• On the Job Training

• Career Services Program

• Recognition Program

• Paid Holidays and leave

• Defined benefit retirement program

• Savings Plus Program (401 (k), 457)

• Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

Examination Information

Step 1 - If you have not taken the Insurance Examiner examination, or if your eligibility has expired, and/or you have no other type of eligibility, you MUST take the examination to be eligible for appointment. Please click the link provided below for the examination information and instructions.

Exam Bulletin: Insurance Examiner

Step 2 - Submit your application including all required documents, by using the "Apply Now" button found at the top of this bulletin.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts