Maine
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Department of Administrative & Financial Services Risk Management Division Opening Date:
December 29, 2025
Closing Date:
January 30, 2026
Job Class Code:
CA28
Grade:
28 Confidential
Salary:
$66,206.40 - $94,057.60/Annually
Position Number:
004700051
Location:
Augusta
JOB DESCRIPTION This is professional work involving the administration of insurance policies purchased by the State and self‑insurance programs provided by the Division. Insurances include automobile, fire, liability and any other type of coverage necessary to protect the State from financial loss but doesn’t include employee benefit (life, health, etc.) insurances. Some statewide travel is required.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Assess and analyze risks and then apply underwriting principles to recommend the most economically advantageous insurance protection to the Division’s customers consistent with sound risk management practices.
Annually review insurance policies secured and or provided by the Division for adequacy, accuracy, and appropriateness.
Create self-insurance agreements and policies based on insurance industry principles and practices.
Assist in personnel matters and in the training and education of staff.
Assist loss control personnel with physical inspections of risks for underwriting and loss control.
Assist with loss prevention safety training.
Develop education and training programs.
Review proposed legislation to determine the impact on the Division’s insurance programs.
Review construction, leasing, procurement, and other contracts to generate recommended insurance requirements.
Assist with request for proposal (RFP & RFI) specifications and associated documents for the purpose of securing insurance policies, insurance services, actuarial services, etc.
Review Division programs and procedures, identify problems and inconsistencies to recommend corrective actions.
Develop and maintain operational written procedures, checklists etc. for processing insurance renewals.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge in the following lines of insurance: automobile, property, bonds, aircraft, marine, general liability, police professional, and inland marine.
Knowledge of terminology, meanings, principles, and practices associated with insurance.
Knowledge of loss prevention and loss control principle, techniques, and practices.
Knowledge of Risk Management Information Systems.
Ability to direct and oversee subordinate personnel.
Ability to interpret insurance policies.
Ability to speak before groups and organizations.
Ability to establish property values in accordance with accepted standards and procedures.
Ability to analyze data, reach logical conclusions and develop sound insurance recommendations.
Ability to work with personnel at all governmental levels.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to work independently with little or no direction.
Ability to create and maintain records according to established procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A six (6) year combination of education and experience in underwriting automobile, fire, allied lines and casualty insurance.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in insurance underwriting, risk management or related fields including candidates with designations, specifically the following:
Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) (may count as 2 years education/experience)
Associate in Commercial Underwriting (AU) (may count as 2 years education/experience)
Certified Insurance Counselor CIC (may count as 1 year education/experience)
Accredited Advisor in Insurance (may count as 1 year education/experience)
Other designations which support insurance placement experience may be considered.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full‑time employment should be identified as such.
CONTACT INFORMATION For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact recruiting.ggsc@maine.gov
The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE STATE OF MAINE
Work‑Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime‑exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee‑only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary.
Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee‑only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee‑only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 18.91 % of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre‑tax to help pay for out‑of‑pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave – All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty‑two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre‑tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
Extensive and highly competitive benefits package covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you require a paper application, please download and print one HERE.
If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.
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Department of Administrative & Financial Services Risk Management Division Opening Date:
December 29, 2025
Closing Date:
January 30, 2026
Job Class Code:
CA28
Grade:
28 Confidential
Salary:
$66,206.40 - $94,057.60/Annually
Position Number:
004700051
Location:
Augusta
JOB DESCRIPTION This is professional work involving the administration of insurance policies purchased by the State and self‑insurance programs provided by the Division. Insurances include automobile, fire, liability and any other type of coverage necessary to protect the State from financial loss but doesn’t include employee benefit (life, health, etc.) insurances. Some statewide travel is required.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Assess and analyze risks and then apply underwriting principles to recommend the most economically advantageous insurance protection to the Division’s customers consistent with sound risk management practices.
Annually review insurance policies secured and or provided by the Division for adequacy, accuracy, and appropriateness.
Create self-insurance agreements and policies based on insurance industry principles and practices.
Assist in personnel matters and in the training and education of staff.
Assist loss control personnel with physical inspections of risks for underwriting and loss control.
Assist with loss prevention safety training.
Develop education and training programs.
Review proposed legislation to determine the impact on the Division’s insurance programs.
Review construction, leasing, procurement, and other contracts to generate recommended insurance requirements.
Assist with request for proposal (RFP & RFI) specifications and associated documents for the purpose of securing insurance policies, insurance services, actuarial services, etc.
Review Division programs and procedures, identify problems and inconsistencies to recommend corrective actions.
Develop and maintain operational written procedures, checklists etc. for processing insurance renewals.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge in the following lines of insurance: automobile, property, bonds, aircraft, marine, general liability, police professional, and inland marine.
Knowledge of terminology, meanings, principles, and practices associated with insurance.
Knowledge of loss prevention and loss control principle, techniques, and practices.
Knowledge of Risk Management Information Systems.
Ability to direct and oversee subordinate personnel.
Ability to interpret insurance policies.
Ability to speak before groups and organizations.
Ability to establish property values in accordance with accepted standards and procedures.
Ability to analyze data, reach logical conclusions and develop sound insurance recommendations.
Ability to work with personnel at all governmental levels.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to work independently with little or no direction.
Ability to create and maintain records according to established procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A six (6) year combination of education and experience in underwriting automobile, fire, allied lines and casualty insurance.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in insurance underwriting, risk management or related fields including candidates with designations, specifically the following:
Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) (may count as 2 years education/experience)
Associate in Commercial Underwriting (AU) (may count as 2 years education/experience)
Certified Insurance Counselor CIC (may count as 1 year education/experience)
Accredited Advisor in Insurance (may count as 1 year education/experience)
Other designations which support insurance placement experience may be considered.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full‑time employment should be identified as such.
CONTACT INFORMATION For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact recruiting.ggsc@maine.gov
The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE STATE OF MAINE
Work‑Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime‑exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee‑only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary.
Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee‑only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee‑only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 18.91 % of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre‑tax to help pay for out‑of‑pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave – All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty‑two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre‑tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
Extensive and highly competitive benefits package covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you require a paper application, please download and print one HERE.
If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.
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