100 North 15th Avenue

Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Annual Salary Range: $118,000 - $126,500

Grade: E2

This position will remain open until filled  

The Guaranty Funds Assistant Director is a seasoned professional with expertise in insurance, finance and law and will be responsible for directing, managing, administering and supervising all operations of the Arizona Life and Disability Insurance Guaranty Fund (ALDIGF) and the Arizona Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Fund (APCIGF) (together, the Arizona Guaranty Funds).

The Arizona Guaranty Funds act as a safety net for Arizona citizens and businesses that are affected by the insolvency of an insurer. They do so by providing certain protections and benefits, within statutory limitations. Subject to the powers of the Director of Insurance, each of the Arizona Guaranty Funds is administered by a board of directors.

The Executive Director executes the powers and duties of each fund in accordance with the board’s plan of operation.

• Oversee and Manage all aspects of the Arizona Guaranty Funds. Develop and manage staff and contractors. Ensure the appropriate procurement and management of any necessary contracts via the State of Arizona procurement process

• Develop and monitor the application of policies and procedures to establish sound internal controls over financial management and safeguard the resources held in trust by the Funds. Oversee the documentation of Guaranty Fund payments, receipts, deposits, investments, earnings disposition, and other financial transactions to ensure accuracy and proper execution. Ensure the accurate creation of monthly and annual financial reports and filings

• Represent the Arizona Guaranty Funds with key stakeholders and at industry meetings. Participate on committees within the national organizations for ALDIGF and APCIGF to coordinate best practices and respond to multi-state insolvencies

• Oversee and manage all activities of the ALDIGF and APCIGF Boards of Directors. Plan, coordinate and facilitate board meetings in compliance with Arizona Open Meeting Law. Ensure the accurate creation, approval and preservation of Minutes and Executive Board decisions. Make recommendations regarding appropriate board appointments and reappointments

• Analyze complex coverage issues and new insurance products to determine whether the claims and policies of insolvent insurers are statutorily eligible for coverage by the Arizona Guaranty Funds. Determine how guaranty fund coverage and limits will be applied for each insolvency. Ensure that all claims presented to the Guaranty Fund are adjusted and administered efficiently and accurately

• Carefully evaluate proposed complex transactions to finance and/or ensure the transfer of claims and policies from insolvent carriers. Such transactions often involve multiple insurance companies, insurance regulators and other guaranty funds. Determine appropriate action needed to protect Arizona policyholders and claimants and ensure appropriate participation and response from the Arizona Guaranty Funds

• Develop and implement policies, procedures and formulas to properly calculate and call assessments of member insurers. Responsible for the accurate pursuit, collection and documentation of assessment payments received. Ensure the issuance of appropriate Certificates of Contribution to assessment payers

• Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of public and business administration principles and practices, including accounting, finance, management, procurement, information systems, records management, and open meetings laws

• Broad and deep knowledge of insurance regulation, insurance products and insurance industry practice

• Strong understanding of legal concepts, standards, documents and protocols

• Expertise in laws governing and pertaining to the Arizona guaranty funds

• Expertise in insurance receivership procedures

Skills:

• Corresponding diplomatically and professionally in person, by phone and in writing, fostering positive working relationships, and planning strategy

• Evaluating Arizona law, conflicting facts, and expectations of multiple competing interests

• Developing and accomplishing meaningful strategic and operational goals and objectives

Ability:

• Managing and evaluating professional-level staff and contractors

• Formulating correct conclusions and making sound decisions

• Compiling and analyzing complex financial data

• Writing detailed policies and procedures

• Negotiating in complex circumstances

• Bachelor's degree at a minimum with a concentration in law, accounting, insurance, public administration, or related field. A higher-level degree is preferred

• The qualified candidate should possess 5-10 years job experience as an attorney, senior accountant, or executive that involved operating or overseeing the financial and regulatory compliance of and insurance company or similar risk-bearing enterprise

• Preference will be given to applicants who are licensed attorneys, certified public accountants or who possess certifications in insurance regulation

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

• Vacation plus 10 paid holidays per year

• Health and dental insurance

• Retirement plan

• Sick leave

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

• Please note that enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment

• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Shawn McConnell at shawn.mcconnell@azdoa.gov