Bureau Chief

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a dynamic Supervising Insurance Examiner who supervises, plans, directs and reviews the work of staff engaged in conducting financial examinations of insurance company operations.

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

Under general direction of the Division Chief, Field Examination Division (FED), the Supervising Insurance Examiner determines staff requirements and schedules for examinations assigned to the Bureau. Monitors theconduct of examinations in progress to determine the insurers' financial condition, solvency and legality and propriety of their operations. Supervises the training and evaluates the performance of examiners assigned to the Bureau. Implements department administrative manual policies, administers compliance with labor contracts and ensures that examiners assigned to the Bureau comply with policies and procedures. Responsible for reviewing, editing and filing of examination reports for companies assigned to Bureau. In order to sign off on audit reports, the incumbent must attain and maintain the professional designation of Certified Financial Examiner within the Society of Financial Examiners.

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 ( www.calhr.ca.gov).

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

• The incumbent must be able to work in a high-rise building
• 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.
• Ability to lift/carry/move 25-35 pounds for short distances.

• Reaching, bending, stretching, and stooping will be required.
• Ability to multi-task and work under time pressures and deadlines.
• Willing to shift work hours as needed depending on the work needs.
• Work in a cubicle or office setting involving noise from office machines, worker conversations, and other distractions resulting from open space work environment.
  
• Moderate routine travel is required within and/or outside the state of California via private or public transportation (i.e., automobile, airplane, etc.).

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SUPERVISING INSURANCE EXAMINER

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-524937

Position #(s):
413-159-4403-001

Working Title:
Bureau Chief

Classification:
SUPERVISING INSURANCE EXAMINER $9,043.00 - $11,813.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
United States

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information The CDI is the consumer protection agency for the nation's largest insurance marketplace and safeguards all of the state's consumers by fairly regulating the insurance industry. With annual direct premiums of $340 billion, California is the largest insurance market in the United States and the fourth largest insurance market in the world.

Nearly 1,400 dedicated employees work at CDI to oversee more than 1,400 insurance companies and license more than 425,000 agents, brokers, adjusters, and business entities.

FINANCIAL SURVEILLANCE BRANCH
FIELD EXAMINATION DIVISION

This position are available to be headquartered in
Oakland or Sacramento.

Department Website:

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

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 8/6/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Insurance
CDI Jobs Inquiries
Attn: Classification & Consultation Unit
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Insurance
CDI Jobs Inquiries
Classification & Consultation Unit
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

• Experience in leading, training, and supervising accounting and auditing staff.
• Experience in writing and editing examination reports.
• Experience in presenting to peers, management, and company personnel.
• Possess accounting knowledge and experience in analyzing financial situations accurately and adopting an effective course of action.
• Experience in working with and possess knowledge of the California Insurance Code, Bulletins, Title 10 of the California Code of Regulations, statutory accounting practices prescribed by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners.
• Experience in maintaining cooperative relations with those contacted in the work
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience and knowledge of Human Resource policies and procedures in a Supervisory Role
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Designation as a Certified Financial Examiner with the Society of Financial Examiners is preferred.

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.

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

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Consulation Unit
(916) 492-3300
CDIJobInquiries@insurance.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 492-3024
OCR@insurance.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Examination Information

Step 1 - If you have not taken the Supervising 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.

Supervising Insurance Examiner: Supervising Insurance Examiner

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

Statement of Qualifications
All interested candidates must submit a completed standard State of California application and a "Statement of Qualifications" in order to be considered for this position. Please answer the following questions:

1) Please describe how your education, experience, training, accreditation, or certifications, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications necessary for this position.

2) Please describe your practical experience supervising examinations.

3) Please describe the most complex examination you have worked on, including what was the most difficult challenges or issues on that examination and how did you help the examination team overcome and/or resolve it.

The Statement of Qualifications serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be typed and no more than two pages in length.

Resumes do not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Applicants who fail to submit the Statement of Qualifications will be eliminated from the selection process.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.