Senior Insurance Examiner (Supervisor)

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 Senior Insurance Examiner (Supervisor) who supervises, directs and reviews the day-to-day work of staff, which encompasses performing ongoing risk-focused financial analyses of licensed entities.

If this is you, then CDI may be the employer for you!

Under general direction of the Supervising Insurance Examiner, the incumbent conducts reviews of the financial aspects of corporate affairs applications and filings requiring the Department’s approval, to ensure compliance with the California Insurance Code, the California Code of Regulations, the Department’s issued Bulletins and Notices, the NAIC Accreditation Program Manual, as well as the Financial Analysis Division’s policies and procedures.

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 ( New to state service? Learn how to apply here.

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Working Conditions

• 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.
• Teleworking employees will be required to report to their headquarters office location on (1) one pre-designated work day a week. May be subject to change.
• Travel expenses are not reimbursed; however, other authorized transit subsidies do exist for those who qualify.
• Work in a high-rise office building with a standard office environment (e.g., artificial lighting, controlled temperature).

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
• Statement of Qualifications
• 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:

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and respectful work environment that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
• Knowledge of statutory accounting principles, risk-focused financial analysis, and applicable laws, regulations, departmental policies, and NAIC accreditation standards governing insurance company financial regulation. 
• Ability to supervise, coach, and develop staff in conducting risk-focused surveillance and regulatory reviews of licensed insurance entities.
• Ability to review and evaluate staff work to ensure the analyses are accurate, well-supported, consistent, and documented in accordance with departmental policies and NAIC accreditation standards.
• Experience in preparing clear, concise, and well-organized reports, memoranda, and correspondence.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, including the ability to evaluate information, exercise sound judgment, and make well-reasoned decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, regulated entities, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize workload, manage competing deadlines, and effectively allocate resources to ensure timely completion of assignments.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback, address performance issues, and promote employee accountability and professional development.
• Ability to effectively contribute to the Department’s mission, goals, and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) objectives. 

Benefits

• Flexible work hours
• 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 Senior Insurance Examiner (Supervisor) 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.

Senior Insurance Examiner (Supervisor): Senior Insurance Examiner (Supervisor) Exam Bulletin

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.
• Statement of Qualifications - Instructions may be found in the Statement of Qualifications Section of this job posting.