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TECHNICAL ASSISTANT 2 INSURANCE

Code: 52352 State Competitive Range: R17 (FY2027)

Career Family: TECHNICAL ASSISTANT

Salary: $55,690.52 - $81,007.52/year FY2027 schedule (last updated 2026-05-08)

Technical Assistant 2 Insurance is a state title in New Jersey's competitive civil service, which means the way in is an open exam rather than a direct appointment.

The main requirement is 3 years of relevant experience. Pay on the FY2027 schedule runs $55,691 to $81,008, and state payroll lists a single employee in the title, at Banking and Insurance.

How to apply

  • Exam

    This is an application to sit an exam and be placed on an eligible list for this title, not an application for a specific job. A $35 application fee applies to Non-Public-Safety announcements issued on or after 2026-02-01. There may be no current vacancy behind it, and the list it produces may not be certified for months or years.

  • Exam

    Open to permanent employees in the competitive division who hold a qualifying lower title in the same unit. A $35 application fee applies to Non-Public-Safety announcements issued on or after 2026-02-01. Like the open competitive exam, this places you on a list; it is not itself a job offer.

  • Agency posting

    Department of Banking & Insurance's employment page may require a click-through to see specific openings. Provisional appointment against a posted vacancy is how most people are actually hired into this kind of title.

Pay ladder: Technical Assistant series

  1. Technical Assistant 1 — $50,990 – $73,902
  2. Technical Assistant 2 — $58,222 – $84,763
  3. Technical Assistant 3 — $66,592 – $97,354

Its top salary lands around the 23rd percentile of all NJ civil service titles that publish a range.

Rungs are ordered by FY2027 pay. NJ level numbers are not always sequential, so ordering follows salary rather than the title number.

Who employs this title

State payroll records show 1 person working under this title. The median actual salary is $78,268. The agencies employing the most are:

  • Banking and Insurance (1)

Counts from NJ YourMoney agency payroll. See statewide workforce analytics.

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 direction of a supervisory official in the Department of Banking and Insurance or the Department of Law and Public Safety is responsible for maintaining highly complex records, and the supervision of highly complex and technical paraprofessional functions; does other related duties.

Examples of work

  • Organizes work and develops work methods for the processing of insurance files, setting up and supervising pending filings, and making required records.
  • Establishes procedures with respect to correspondence with companies and rating organizations as well as inter-departmental correspondence.
  • Implements procedures regarding the processing and the distribution of files and other correspondence.
  • Oversees the maintenance of attendance records, approves bi- weekly time sheets and works closely with the Department's Personnel Office on matters pertaining to personnel transactions.
  • Assists in training new employees in the methods and procedures, and makes constructive suggestions in order to develop competent, efficient employees.
  • Updates, retrieves, verifies and corrects data as required; exercises own judgement in making and verifying corrections.
  • Utilizes various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
  • As assigned, may take the lead in a supervisory capacity over subordinate employees, assigning, reviewing and approving routine and special work assignments on a daily basis.
  • As required, prepares designated correspondence which may not be reviewed by a supervisor in accordance with established regulations.
  • Will be required to operate an electronic key-entry terminal machine by keying in data onto key-to-tape and/or key to disk devices or through device on-line hook-up with a computer.

Education

Successful completion of (60) semester hour credits at an accredited college.

Experience

Three (3) years of experience in the review and verification of highly technical material involving established guidelines to ensure conformity with procedures, rules and regulations.

License

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

Knowledge, skills and abilities

  • Knowledge of the operations of the department with regard to pertinent laws, policies and procedures after a period of training.
  • Knowledge of modern office methods, practices, procedures and equipment which may be applicable to the work situation.
  • Ability to insure that records and files are processed in accordance with laws, policies, and procedures.
  • Ability to read and interpret the precedents and other rulings by the Commissioner and the Department.
  • Ability to organize assigned clerical work, analyze the problems which arise therein, and when necessary return files to analysts or examiners for clarification or correction.
  • Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the laws governing the work of the department.
  • Ability to maintain an expected workflow while sustaining a high level of accuracy and thoroughness.
  • 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.

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.

Applicants who do not possess the required (60) credits may substitute additional experience as indicated above on the basis of one (1) year for every (30) credits.