Deputy Director - Public Service Manager II

Augusta , Maine , United States | Management & Supervisory | Full-time

Apply by: July 31, 2024

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Opening Date: July 1, 2024

Closing Date: July 31, 2024

Job Class Code: MA30

Grade: 30

Salary: $71,834.67 – $97,672.02/Year

Position Number: 004700290

Department of Administrative and Financial Services (DAFS)

Risk Management Division

AGENCY INFORMATION:

The Risk Management Division provides insurance services to State government, designated quasi-state entities and the Maine Community College System. With the exception of workers' compensation and health insurance, Risk Management administers all property and liability insurance programs for the State government.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a motivated individual with broad Property & Casualty experience and leadership skills to assist the Director with overseeing all aspects of the Risk Management’s functions (see Core Functions and Responsibilities, below):

CORE FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Director with establishing insurance rates, budget development, grant management, contract and policy review, and administrative functions.

• Plan, organize and coordinate insurance processes; manage workflow and provide oversight to staff.

• Develop and mentor a dedicated team of clerical and professional staff.

• Exercise initiative and judgment interpreting and applying policies, laws, rules and regulations to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

The background of a well-qualified candidate will include:

• Being a highly organized self-starter capable of using professional judgement, prioritizing responsiveness, and applying analytical thought for problem solving.

• Excellent communication skills across all levels, both written and verbal.

• An ability to be flexible and adjust to business needs while balancing multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities.

• Ability to prepare and analyze complex fiscal records and reports.

• Coordinate Requests for Proposal (RFP’s) and Request for Information (RFI’s).

• Knowledge of insurance underwriting or claims adjusting.

• Ability to proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and implement resolutions with a focus on efficiency and effectiveness.

• Ability to evaluate risk, identify needs and advise on insurance coverage.

• Knowledge of financial analysis techniques.

• Ability to supervise and lead a staff of professional and clerical personnel.

• Knowledge of human resource management principles, practices, and techniques.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited college with a degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field and

• Candidates must demonstrate five (5) years of broad Property & Casualty insurance experience.

• In lieu of a college degree, designation(s), CPCU, AU, ARM, PCIA, AIC or related insurance designation and

• Candidates should have five (5) years of supervisory experience.

Please submit cover letter, resume, and three references with your application.

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 18.21% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

  State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .

  Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

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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