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4/22/2023 (8:00 PM EDT)

23-03291

Administrative Specialist III

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME, ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Public Protection Cabinet | Department of Insurance

Location

500 Mero Street, 2nd Floor
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute at times. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

Description

The Kentucky Department of Insurance regulates the Commonwealth's insurance market, licenses agents and other insurance professionals, monitors the financial condition of companies, educates consumers to make wise choices, and ensures Kentuckians are treated fairly in the marketplace.

The Market Conduct Branch provides in-depth examinations of insurance-related entities that conduct business in Kentucky. Examiners from the Market Conduct Branch go into insurance agencies, insurance companies, etc., to examine their business practices as they relate to licensing, claims, tax payments, rates and form approval, advertising and sales aids, underwriting and rating, policyholder service, and complaint handling.

We are looking for an Administrative Specialist III to join our team of highly skilled professionals. As an Administrative Specialist III you provide professional support to the Insurance Program Manager in developing, implementing, and maintaining various complex programs, projects or activities within the Insurance Local Government Premium Tax and Surplus Lines program within the Division of Consumer Protection.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provides professional administrative support to the Consumer Protection division. Supervises, plans, organizes functions for the division including compiling data, drafting correspondences, coordinate assignments made to divisions and maintain files.
• Supervises implementation of and recommends policies and procedures regarding the regulation and interpretation of Local Government Premium Tax (LGPT) and surplus lines. Maintains LGPT and surplus lines database. Reviews and prepares records and reports for agency requirements.
• Interprets departmental policy to the public and departmental employees. Orders supplies for staff, maintain inventory and coordinate with department inventory officer as needed. Monitors copies, multi-function printer for any issues and report to help desk as needed.
• Data entry of LGPT and surplus lines. Send letters for non-filers of the LGPT annual reconciliation. Answer incoming phone calls which include taking messages, transferring to the correct representative, appointment scheduling and prepare meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• Attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Organizing skills

Reasons to work for us include:

• A 37.50 hour work week
• Paid Leave (Sick, Vacation, etc.) & Paid Holidays
• Training/Career Development Opportunities
• Educational and Tuition assistance
• A variety of affordable health, dental and vision Insurance options including HRA, HSA and FSA options
• Life Insurance
• Retirement
• Deferred Compensation
• Wellness Incentive Programs
• Employee Discounts on electronics, health & wellness, retail, travel/events/entertainment, and services/education
• Telecommuting and flexible work schedules

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

If you are interested in a challenging yet rewarding career where you can make a positive impact in your community, we would love to review your application for Administrative Specialist III with the Kentucky Department of Insurance.

Minimum Requirements

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact John Hord at john.hord@ky.gov.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D