Department of Professional and Financial Regulation (and Boards) - Bureau of Insurance - Licensing Division 

Job Class Code: 2016
Grade: 31 (Professional/Technical)
Salary: $67,038.40 - $94,515.20/Annually
Location: Gardiner, ME

Opening Date: December 20, 2024

Closing Date: January 10, 2024

The Maine Department of Professional and Financial Regulation, Bureau of Insurance, seeks a Staff Attorney for its Licensing unit.

This is professional services work providing analysis, advice and assistance to Bureau staff, with an emphasis on legal issues involved in the licensing area.  This position interacts on a daily basis with various staff of the Bureau, including licensing staff, complaint investigators and market conduct staff.  Other responsibilities include outreach and contact with members of the insurance community on a variety of compliance-related topics.  Work is performed under limited supervision.  The position reports to the Deputy Superintendent.

Primary responsibilities include:  

• Providing analysis, advice and technical assistance to bureau staff.
• Answering questions from insurance companies, producers, legislators and the public.
• Conducting investigations related to licensing and other issues.
• Assisting in complaint investigations to ensure statutes and regulations are followed.
• Working with the Bureau’s market conduct examiners, and contract examiners to ensure form compliance with statutes and regulations.
• Analyzing and monitoring legislation and drafting testimony and letters on behalf of the Superintendent.
• Developing regulations and completing rulemaking procedures
• Conducting research and writing opinions, bulletins and related memoranda
• Representing the Bureau in public settings, including stakeholder groups

To be successful in this position, you must have knowledge of and experience in:

• Applicable agency and industry laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Maine law and the Maine legal system
• Legislative Process
• Effective communication with staff, state officials and the public at large

Minimum qualifications:

Contact information:

Questions regarding this position should be directed to Timothy Schott  at Timothy.N.Schott@maine.gov or (207) 624-8403

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application.  In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period.  Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such. 

If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700.  Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME  04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018.  Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included.  Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.  

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – 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 ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.21% for Confidential employees. 

State employees are eligible for an 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 part-time employment.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

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’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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