What are the responsibilities and job description for the State Investigator (OSI #4310) position at State of New Mexico?
Posting Details
The OSI enforces New Mexico law on insurance matters, including consumer protections, review of insurance forms and rates for accuracy and fairness, and helps New Mexicans address insurance concerns. We oversee and regulate most kinds of insurance in New Mexico and we license the individuals and agencies that sell insurance in the state.
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
Post of duty for this position may be in Santa Fe or Albuquerque.
Why does the job exist?
The purpose of the position is to provide professional investigative work and civil enforcement of violations of the Insurance Code, rules and regulations. Investigate civil complaints and inquiries for possible infractions of the Insurance Code which are received by the agency from the public, insurance industry, NAIC, and other government agencies. Work closely with OSI legal staff to ensure that bad actors in the New Mexico insurance industry are held accountable for their violations of the Insurance Code.
How does it get done?
Responsible for providing professional investigative work and civil enforcement of violations of the Insurance Code. The State Investigator may testify in civil proceedings, may be deposed and may be subpoenaed for court hearings. The position provides analysis of relevant regulations and law while evaluating the facts, issues, and case specific circumstances of the inquires and enforcement matters presented. Ensures cases are investigated thoroughly and that all supporting evidence is compiled and organized in a manner that assists OSI legal staff to develop a winnable case. Coordinates with supervisor and other bureaus as necessary to facilitate the work of the Civil Investigative Bureau. All case information and documentation is input and stored in our database (SBS) in a thorough and organized manner. Compiles and maintains case specific data in a structured and detailed manner for regular meetings. Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Who are the customers?
The Civil Investigations Bureau protects New Mexico constituents by investigating civil complaints against those involved in the insurance industry for possible statutory infractions.
Ideal Candidate
The Civil Investigations Bureau protects New Mexico constituents by investigating civil complaints against those involved in the insurance industry for possible statutory infractions.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, Criminology, or other related field, with two (2) years of experience in accounting, auditing, and investigation, or insurance adjusting and investigating or investigative report writing. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess a valid New Mexico Driver¿s license, a current defensive driving course certification from the State of New Mexico or must pass Defensive Driving Course Certificate within six months of the date of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with extensive exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT), personal computer, laptop, printer, calculator, hole-punch, cellphone, copy machine, scanner, keyboard and telephone usage. Some standing, bending and reaching may be required. Travel and field work may be required and must have a valid driver's license and be able to lift 25 lbs.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Aaron Miera (505) 469-2282 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
The OSI enforces New Mexico law on insurance matters, including consumer protections, review of insurance forms and rates for accuracy and fairness, and helps New Mexicans address insurance concerns. We oversee and regulate most kinds of insurance in New Mexico and we license the individuals and agencies that sell insurance in the state.
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
Post of duty for this position may be in Santa Fe or Albuquerque.
Why does the job exist?
The purpose of the position is to provide professional investigative work and civil enforcement of violations of the Insurance Code, rules and regulations. Investigate civil complaints and inquiries for possible infractions of the Insurance Code which are received by the agency from the public, insurance industry, NAIC, and other government agencies. Work closely with OSI legal staff to ensure that bad actors in the New Mexico insurance industry are held accountable for their violations of the Insurance Code.
How does it get done?
Responsible for providing professional investigative work and civil enforcement of violations of the Insurance Code. The State Investigator may testify in civil proceedings, may be deposed and may be subpoenaed for court hearings. The position provides analysis of relevant regulations and law while evaluating the facts, issues, and case specific circumstances of the inquires and enforcement matters presented. Ensures cases are investigated thoroughly and that all supporting evidence is compiled and organized in a manner that assists OSI legal staff to develop a winnable case. Coordinates with supervisor and other bureaus as necessary to facilitate the work of the Civil Investigative Bureau. All case information and documentation is input and stored in our database (SBS) in a thorough and organized manner. Compiles and maintains case specific data in a structured and detailed manner for regular meetings. Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Who are the customers?
The Civil Investigations Bureau protects New Mexico constituents by investigating civil complaints against those involved in the insurance industry for possible statutory infractions.
Ideal Candidate
The Civil Investigations Bureau protects New Mexico constituents by investigating civil complaints against those involved in the insurance industry for possible statutory infractions.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, Criminology, or other related field, with two (2) years of experience in accounting, auditing, and investigation, or insurance adjusting and investigating or investigative report writing. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess a valid New Mexico Driver¿s license, a current defensive driving course certification from the State of New Mexico or must pass Defensive Driving Course Certificate within six months of the date of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with extensive exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT), personal computer, laptop, printer, calculator, hole-punch, cellphone, copy machine, scanner, keyboard and telephone usage. Some standing, bending and reaching may be required. Travel and field work may be required and must have a valid driver's license and be able to lift 25 lbs.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Aaron Miera (505) 469-2282 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
