Health Rate and Policy Analyst

Recruitment Information This posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Insurance Division, Health Insurance Branch. The position is located on Oahu (Downtown Honolulu). Salary commensurate with education and experience. If you have any questions regarding the non-civil service exempt position, please email inshealth@dcca.hawaii.gov. The State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding the exempt position to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Duties Summary The function of this organizational unit is to regulate the health insurance industry and educate the public about changing trends in health insurance coverage. The unit is responsible for identifying issues related to health insurance, compiling any required data and information, and assisting with monitoring the fiscal solvency of health insurers. The branch is also responsible for making initial determinations on whether other branches of the division needs to be used for more sophisticated cases. The purpose of the position is to independently conduct supporting health insurance rate and policy analysis and research, and to recommend actions to the supervisor and the commissioner. The position is responsible for planning, organizing and executing cases to conclusion with recommendations, which are logical and comprehensive. The position primarily focuses on health insurance policies and filings as required by law.

Minimum Qualification Requirements Education :

Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor's degree.

Experience :

Two and one-half (2-1/2) years of experience dealing with insurance or health medical issues. Previous experience in dealing with public on a one-to-one basis and upper level management and related protocols is highly desirable.

Knowledge :

Understanding of general insurance principles and consumer protection issues relating to health insurance.

Skills/Abilities :

Works independently; conducts research; strong organizational skills; analyze and evaluate rate and policy filings involving multiple coverages; possesses good oral and writing skills. Legal Authorization to

Work Requirement:

The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States. Other Information The position is exempt from the civil service and considered temporary in nature. Therefore, if you are appointed to the position, your employment will be considered to be "at will," which means that you may be discharged from your employment at the prerogative of the department head or designee at any time.

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete and submit an Application for Non-Civil Service Appointment (HRD 278). Applications can be found at https://cca.hawaii.gov/jobs/ Please email resume/application to inshealth@dcca.hawaii.gov.

NOTE:

The State Recruiting Office will refer you to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs regarding this exempt position.

Work Location:

In person