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DIRECTOR, DIVISION OF INSURANCE

Code: 12502 State Unclassified Range: X98 (FY2026)

Career Family: DIRECTOR

In the unclassified service, Director, Division of Insurance is appointed rather than examined for, and its pay is often negotiated case by case.

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How to apply

  • No exam
    This title is not filled by examination

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Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator.

Definition

Under the general direction of the Commissioner, Department of Banking & Insurance or designee, has charge of the functions and duties that relate to the supervision and regulation of insurance entities; does related work as required.

Examples of work

  • Organizes the work of the Division of Insurance into the offices, bureaus and other organizational units, subject to the approval of the Commissioner.
  • Acts as Acting Commissioner in the absence of the Commissioner.
  • Performs those duties as the Commissioner may prescribe or delegate under the Commissioner's direction and supervision.
  • Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Education

and

Experience

commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position.

License

Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only in the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

  • Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American sign language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
  • Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
  • CODES: 98/X98 - MCK 9/25/99

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.