INSURANCE EXAMINER

Department of Insurance · United States

Salary: $4,417 – $7,586 per month

Closes: 2026-11-16T00:00:00.000Z

Job description and requirements

Job Description and Duties **This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies. This position is being re- advertised. To be considered for this recruitment you must submit your application and all required documents to this Job Control. Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced remote-centered environment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a dynamic individual with demonstrated accounting/audit knowledge and skills to serve as an Insurance Examiner. Under supervision, the Insurance Examiner (IE) will assist in the financial examinations (audits) of insurance companies to determine their financial status, solvency, and the legality and propriety of their operations. Tasks include but are not limited to: review and assess the effectiveness of the insurer's audit function as well as the enterprise risk management function; exercise judgment to identify and assess solvency risks facing the insurer; identify relevant controls and/or risk mitigation strategies to address risks identified and perform tests of controls to evaluate their effectiveness, as well as examine related records to appropriately determine insurer's compliance with State laws, rules, regulations and standards/guidelines prescribed by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700), which includes an Assuming Office filing within 30 days of appointment, annual filings, and a Leaving Office filing within 30 days of physical separation. Non-compliance with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may result in the voiding of appointment, financial penalties, or enforcement actions. Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 and related Pay Differential 386. PLP 2025 requires employees to receive a reduction in pay in exchange for monthly hours of PLP 2025 leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay. For more information, visit the CalHR website (www.calhr.ca.gov). New to state service? Learn how to apply here. Please, take two minutes to check us out or provide your feedback. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Please attach (upload) all the required documents to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position (i.e., degree, transcript, license, certificate). If you fail to provide the required documentation, your application package will be marked as incomplete and not considered for an interview. • Exam list eligibility - refer to exam link below. • Transfer eligibility, if applicable, for current/former civil service employees • Degree and/or School Transcripts • Resume 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: • Demonstrated accounting/audit knowledge and skills (understanding of accounting concepts, financial assertions, general auditing standards, work paper documentation standards, etc.). • Strong communications skills, both verbal and written. • Ability to think critically, learn new concepts and make decisions based on reasonable and timely analysis. • Possess good organizational and problem-solving skills. • Ability to work as a team member and be flexible and responsive to various tasks assigned. • Proficient in the use of computer equipment and application programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, etc. • Willingness to travel and work away from the headquarters office, including out-of-state travel. • Ability to safely operate a private passenger vehicle and possess a valid drivers license
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Job Description and Duties

**This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

This position is being re- advertised. To be considered for this recruitment you must submit your application and all required documents to this Job Control.

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced remote-centered environment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a dynamic individual with demonstrated accounting/audit knowledge and skills to serve as an Insurance Examiner.

Under supervision, the Insurance Examiner (IE) will assist in the financial examinations (audits) of insurance companies to determine their financial status, solvency, and the legality and propriety of their operations. Tasks include but are not limited to: review and assess the effectiveness of the insurer's audit function as well as the enterprise risk management function; exercise judgment to identify and assess solvency risks facing the insurer; identify relevant controls and/or risk mitigation strategies to address risks identified and perform tests of controls to evaluate their effectiveness, as well as examine related records to appropriately determine insurer's compliance with State laws, rules, regulations and standards/guidelines prescribed by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC).
This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700), which includes an Assuming Office filing within 30 days of appointment, annual filings, and a Leaving Office filing within 30 days of physical separation. Non-compliance with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may result in the voiding of appointment, financial penalties, or enforcement actions.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 and related Pay Differential 386. PLP 2025 requires employees to receive a reduction in pay in exchange for monthly hours of PLP 2025 leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay. For more information, visit the CalHR website (www.calhr.ca.gov).


New to state service? Learn how to apply here.

Please, take two minutes to check us out or provide your feedback.


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

Special Requirements

Please attach (upload) all the required documents to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position (i.e., degree, transcript, license, certificate). If you fail to provide the required documentation, your application package will be marked as incomplete and not considered for an interview.

  • Exam list eligibility - refer to exam link below.
  • Transfer eligibility, if applicable, for current/former civil service employees
  • Degree and/or School Transcripts
  • Resume

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:
  • Demonstrated accounting/audit knowledge and skills (understanding of accounting concepts, financial assertions, general auditing standards, work paper documentation standards, etc.).
  • Strong communications skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to think critically, learn new concepts and make decisions based on reasonable and timely analysis.
  • Possess good organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work as a team member and be flexible and responsive to various tasks assigned.
  • Proficient in the use of computer equipment and application programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.
  • Willingness to travel and work away from the headquarters office, including out-of-state travel.
  • Ability to safely operate a private passenger vehicle and possess a valid drivers license

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Application timeline

Applications close in 12 days, on November 16, 2026.

Posting history

This posting appears on CalCareers. CA Public Jobs first observed it on October 2, 2026. It was last verified open on November 4, 2026.

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