Group Underwriting Manager jobs in Boise, ID

Description

State of Idaho - Department of Administration Opportunity

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

Looking for a solid work/life balance, steady paycheck, great benefits, and an opportunity to serve the great state of Idaho? The Department of Administration currently has an opening in the Office of Group Insurance as a Statewide Group Insurance Manager located in the Capitol Mall area in beautiful downtown Boise.

We serve Idaho by promoting responsible government through expert customer support.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for planning, directing, and controlling the State of Idaho group insurance benefit programs including health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, wellness, and flexible spending plan
• Responsible for managing and monitoring claim payments, cash reserves, and the operating and personnel budget of the program
• Responsible for recruitment, performance appraisals, professional development, communication and leadership of a professional staff
• Provides professional development to staff
• Responsible for the leadership and innovation necessary to identify, monitor, and evaluate the strategic management methods of the statewide employee benefit program
• Ability to effectively negotiate pricing for all lines of coverage is critical in this role. The health plan is the highest dollar spend for the state.
• Oversees the medical reserve funds. Inaccurate reserving would have a negative impact on the plan.
• Analyzes impact of proposed and existing legislation.
• Handling complex coverage issues that can have an impact on it's programs as well as the financial impact to the state and Group Insurance fund.
• Other duties as assigned.

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  Minimum Qualifications:

Considerable knowledge of:

• Group insurance program designs including medical, dental, life and disability insurance
• Benefit levels
• Claims reserve management and funding mechanisms
• Group insurance coverages and legal requirements
• Concepts and application of insurance management principles, state and federal laws
• Claims processing principles and cost containment efforts

These are typically met by:

• Masters (or higher) degree in subject area or closely related field OR
• Bachelor’s degree in subject area or closely related field AND 1-year relevant experience OR
• Work experience of 4 - 5 years directly related to the subject area OR
• Experience or a combination of coursework and experience that represents the knowledge level above.

Experience:

• Managing a professional staff including recruitment, performance appraisals, disciplinary matters, delegation and staff development
• Developing and monitoring budgets
• Analyzing statistical data and financial reports
• Establishing strong collaborative working relationships, providing outreach, coordination, training and cost containment activities on a large-scale basis
• Preparing specifications for insurance coverage
• Negotiating insurance contracts
• Using Microsoft Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint (or other presentation software)
• Communicating verbally and in writing to a wide audience in varying roles

These are typically met by:

• Masters (or higher) degree in subject area or closely related field OR
• Bachelor’s degree in subject area or closely related field AND 1-year relevant experience OR
• Work experience of 4 - 5 years directly related to the subject area OR
• Experience or a combination of coursework and experience that represents the knowledge level above.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to acquire and maintain a Driver’s License
• Ability to sit 2-4 hours at a time.
• Ability to reach and bend for filing purposes.
• Periods of prolonged typing and reading.
• Some travel may be required

Please note: The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint-based background check.

This position will also interact with a diverse customer base and must be able to interact in a non-partisan manner when working in political environments.

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Department of Administration!

If you have questions about this position please contact us at:

Email: humanresources@adm.idaho.gov

Phone: 208.332.1819

Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.