MANAGER 2 INSURANCE
Career Family: MANAGER
Manager 2 Insurance is a New Jersey state civil service title.
On the Manager ladder it falls between Manager 1 Insurance and Manager 3 Fiscal Resources. You can qualify with a bachelor's degree or, if you do not have one, by piling up more experience instead. Pay on the FY2026 schedule runs $116,962 to $172,991, and state payroll lists a single employee in the title, at Banking and Insurance.
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Pay ladder: Manager series
- Manager 4, Waste Management — $106,547 – $157,363
- Manager 1 Insurance — $116,962 – $172,991
- Manager 2 Insurance — $116,962 – $172,991 (this title)
- Manager 3 Fiscal Resources — $128,443 – $190,161
Promoting to Manager 3 Fiscal Resources raises the top of the band by about $17,170. Its top salary lands around the 95th percentile of all NJ civil service titles that publish a range.
Rungs are ordered by FY2026 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 $157,345. 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.
License
Appointees 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. CODES: Level 2: - 34/M34 MCK 9/22/01 Level 2: - 34/ Level 1: - 32/M32 Level 1: - 32/
Note
The above Job Category Summary and following examples of work are for illustrative purposes only. Any one position may not include all of the tasks listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed. Determines organizational goals and objectives, establishes or recommends policy, and allocates resources. Recommends regulations, policies, and procedures to improve the effectiveness and productivity of the units supervised; keeps supervisory/managerial personnel advised of any potential or pending administrative problems. Interprets applicable laws, policies, rules and regulations for subordinates. Monitors and evaluates the overall operation of the program or service. Reviews the development and submission of fiscal budgets for the unit or units supervised; monitors and controls the expenditure of appropriations, purchasing of supplies, equipment, and services. Initiates and directs special studies and surveys concerning proposed legislation and the possible impact on the industry. Confers with representatives of insurance companies or other recognized agencies when problems arise; participates in hearings or conferences to resolve important and technical insurance problems; corresponds and confers with members of the public on matters pertaining to insurance. Personally performs highly confidential and sensitive studies, surveys and investigations. Recommends personnel actions such as hiring, firing, promoting, or disciplining. Writes narrative letters, reports, technical, statistical or financial reports. Summarizes information from files, reports, documents, research, notes or meetings Devises improvement or change plans for the operation of the unit. Monitors the progress of work or projects. Plans staffing or organization structure. Maintains an effective and cooperative relationship with Insurance Industry groups to ensure maximum program participation, and adherence to state and federal laws. Estimates necessary quantity of time, costs, materials or personnel for the accomplishment of assignments or goals. Answers questions about application of regulations or policies. Trains subordinates on the job. Consults with outside agencies or individuals about information necessary for job assignments. Settles conflicts or problems in a supervisory capacity. Explains agency programs and services. Informs the responsible person or organization of difficulties, accomplishments, plans or goals. Confers with administrators at policy-making level. Meets with various policy-making boards, committees or task forces. 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. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES COMMON TO ALL LEVELS Knowledge of New Jersey's insurance laws, regulations, policies, procedures and methods of operation as applicable to the position. Knowledge of the techniques used in analyzing and compiling statistical reports. Knowledge of the principles and techniques of supervision. Knowledge of the principles of modern personnel administration, including employee performance evaluation procedures, disciplinary procedures, training principles and techniques, grievance procedures, and the theories of employee motivation, reinforcement, job satisfaction and job enrichment. Knowledge of the principles of business administration and public administration. Knowledge of the principles of organizational development. Knowledge of budgeting methods and principles. Knowledge of strategic planning processes. Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply insurance laws and regulations. Ability to organize assigned supervisory and technical work and develop effective work procedures. Ability to assign and instruct professional, technical and other employees and to effectively evaluate their performance and to direct the overall work operation. Ability to provide information, advice and assistance to the insurance industry and to that portion of the public interested or concerned with insurance. Ability to direct the investigation or personally investigate and report on complaints against the insurance industry. Ability to communicate with insurer representatives, representatives of other states, Department officials, and other interested parties about insurance policies and benefits. Ability to employ executive decision making methodologies unitized to ensure maximum program operating efficiency. Ability to give oral presentations and establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives of federal, state, and local governments as well as professional groups and others interested in issues, problems and topics relevant to the insurance programs. Ability to convey information in a written format. Ability to write information in an organized format. Ability to establish goals and set priorities. Ability to schedule and organize work activities for others. Ability to apply laws, rules or regulations to given situations. Ability to interact with various people who are in differing situations. Ability to identify problems in the administration or coordination of programs, plans, or projects. Ability to coordinate work activities which have an impact on other organizational units. Ability to synthesize facts to reach logical conclusions. Ability to evaluate information to determine conformance with program regulations and guidelines. Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply laws and regulations. Ability 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, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform 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 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. Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Level 1 Nine (9) years of professional experience in at least three (3) of the following elements: claims investigation; reviewing financial records, investigating complaints or underwriting work; analysis and review of rating systems and policy forms used by insurance companies and rating organizations; the valuation and certification of reserves; development and implementation of real estate and/or insurance practices, policies and procedures; or insurance auditing and examination, two (2) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and five (5) years of the above-mentioned professional experience, two (2) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. Level 2 Ten (10) years of professional experience in at least four (4) of the following elements: claims investigation; reviewing financial records, investigating complaints or underwriting work; analysis and review of rating systems and policy forms used by insurance companies and rating organizations; the valuation and certification of reserves; development and implementation of real estate and/or insurance practices, policies and procedures; or insurance auditing and examination, three (3) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and six (6) years of the above-mentioned professional experience, three (3) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.
Position Variants
Study guides for this exam
- Management Test Battery (MTB) National Learning Corporation · $52.95
- Manager/Administrator Test National Learning Corporation · $49.95 · general prep, not specific to this title
The Civil Service Commission does not publish official study guides or release past tests. These are independent equivalency guides.