Job Posting: Deputy Legislative Director

Department of Insurance

JC-457063
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Deputy Legislative Director
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I

$6,963.00 - $8,650.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 12/9/2024

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Chief Deputy Legislative Director (Staff Services Manager III) and the guidance of the Senior Deputy Commissioner/Legislative Director (Exempt), the SSM I will serve in a non-supervisory role as a legislative expert on highly complex, sensitive, and crucial matters related to the administration of the Department of Insurance's legislative program.

Job specific tasks may include:

  • Preparing and providing testimony for CDI-sponsored legislation before legislative committees or other hearings.
  • Communicating with tact, discretion, and diplomacy with the author’s office, sponsors, and other related parties.
  • Staffing CDI-sponsored legislation to further the mission and goals of the Department.
  • Tracking, reviewing, and analyzing bills; and advising on the potential impact of legislation on the Department.
  • Engaging with internal and external stakeholders to gather the most detailed understanding of a bill’s impact on the department.
  • Writing and submitting position letters and other background information pertaining to pending legislation.


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

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

  • This position is remote centered and telework may be available; however, this position is headquartered in downtown Sacramento. Employees will occasionally be required to report to their headquarters location or attend hearings at the Capitol.  Some travel/overnight may also be required as needed.
  • Appropriate dress for the office environment and occasional interactions with the Governor's Office, Department of Finance, Legislature, regulated entities, and consumer group representatives.
  • Daily repeated use of personal computer, keyboard, mouse, camera for virtual meetings, office equipment, telephone, and related software applications. This position is provided with a Department-issued laptop and cell phone.

Physical Abilities:

  • Lift, carry, or otherwise transport documents and related items to meetings and other public appearances.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-457063
Position #(s):
413-115-4800-007
Working Title:
Deputy Legislative Director
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I
$6,963.00 - $8,650.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

California Department of Insurance
Policy & Legislation Branch


CDI is the largest consumer protection agency in the state. 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. 

Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov

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: 12/9/2024

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: CDI Classifications & 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
CDI Classifications & 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 -

    Applicants must submit a complete Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) that answers all of the questions below. The SOQ should be no longer than three (3) pages with Arial 12-point font, single spaced and one-sided.  Resumes or cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ.


    An SOQ that does not specifically address the three (3) items below will be disqualified:


    1. Describe your experience with the legislative process, including staffing and tracking bills, legislative analyses, and working with stakeholders or legislative offices. Provide specific examples or bill numbers where possible.
    2. What interests you about working on insurance-related issues, and how do you see your experience aligning with the Department’s goals and priorities?
    3. Share a time when your work required you to be flexible, such as one with shifting guidance/instruction or evolving leadership preferences. How did you adapt to these changes in direction while maintaining quality and consistency?
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:
  • Knowledge of the organization and functions of the California Department of Insurance and programs.
  • Knowledge of the organization and functions of the California Legislature.
  • Knowledge of the California legislative process, bill tracking, and legislation.
  • Ability to identify legislative objectives, draft legislation, and analyze legislation.
  • Ability to handle multiple assignments, work effectively under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong self-motivational and self-learning skills, and experience operating as part of or leading a small team, or a legislative team.
  • Experience in dealing with officials at the state level, with multiple program stakeholders and advocates, and with executive management.

Benefits

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: http://www.insurance.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Consultation 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.

Statement of Qualifications

Applicants must submit a complete Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) that answers all of the questions below. The SOQ should be no longer than three (3) pages with Arial 12-point font, single spaced and one-sided.  Resumes or cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ.

An SOQ that does not specifically address the three (3) items below will be disqualified:


  1. Describe your experience with the legislative process, including staffing and tracking bills, legislative analyses, and working with stakeholders or legislative offices. Provide specific examples or bill numbers where possible.
  2. What interests you about working on insurance-related issues, and how do you see your experience aligning with the Department’s goals and priorities?
  3. Share a time when your work required you to be flexible, such as one with shifting guidance/instruction or evolving leadership preferences. How did you adapt to these changes in direction while maintaining quality and consistency?

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Are you Eligible?

 

Step 1 - If you have not taken the Staff Services Manager I 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. 

CalCareers

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

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.

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