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Byrne Dairy

Underwriter 1/Trainee 1/2 (Mid Markets) (NY HELPS)

Byrne Dairy, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Position Overview

Title:

Underwriter 1/Trainee 1/2 (Mid Markets) (NY HELPS)

Agency:

Insurance Fund, State

Occupational Category:

Administrative or General Management

Salary Grade:

18

Salary Range:

From $53764 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Appointment Type:

Permanent

Jurisdictional Class:

Competitive Class

Travel Percentage:

10%

Workweek:

Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week:

37.5

Workday:

9 AM - 5 PM

Flextime allowed:

Yes

Mandatory overtime:

No

Compressed workweek allowed:

Yes

Telecommuting allowed:

Yes

Location:

1045 7th North Street, Liverpool, NY 13088, Onondaga County

Responsibilities

Analyze and evaluate applications for workers’ compensation insurance policies.

Service policies and resolve underwriting issues that are potentially difficult, sensitive, or costly to NYSIF.

Determine if the policy is properly underwritten.

Analyze previous loss and premium data to price coverage.

Define, restrict, or qualify policy coverage.

Review audits and renewals.

Represent NYSIF at Hearings before the Workers’ Compensation Board and testify in depositions and trials as an expert witness.

Correspond frequently with policyholders or their representatives, brokers, and NYSIF departments concerning payroll and premiums, coverage, classifications, experience rating, certificate of insurance, endorsements, laws, rules, and procedures.

Other related duties and responsibilities as necessary as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Underwriter 1:

Reachable on current Civil Service eligible list for this title; OR

One year of permanent, competitive class service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Eligible titles include, but are not limited to: Administrative Specialist 1, Investigator 2 (Compensation Claims), Policyholder Services Representative 1, Claims Service Representative 1, Claims Services Representative 1 (Disability Benefits); OR

Six years of experience* assessing and defining insurance risks and performing technical services in underwriting Workers' Compensation or Disability Benefits claims cases.

Underwriter Trainee 1:

Reachable on current Civil Service eligible list for this title; OR

One year of permanent, competitive class service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Eligible titles include, but are not limited to: Investigator 1, Assistant Insurance Fund Services Representative, Program Aide; OR

Four years of experience* assessing and defining insurance risks and performing technical services in underwriting Workers' Compensation or Disability Benefits claims cases.

**An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience; a master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate may substitute for six years of experience.**

Note: NYSIF does not offer sponsorship for employment visas to employees or potential employees. Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position. NYSIF is not currently enrolled in eVerify, which is a requirement for certain types of employment verifications.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation.

Future Career Growth Potential.

Open and Supportive Team-Based Environment.

Plentiful Vacation, Personal, and Sick Leave Accruals.

Paid State and Federal Holidays.

Full Medical, Vision, and Dental.

Retirement Options.

Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Possibility of Telecommuting, Flextime, and Alternative Work Schedules.

Additional Information NY HELPS Program: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.

At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

NYSIF Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) prioritizes and champions diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) throughout our agency. NYSIF provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law. We believe that embracing our differences brings richness, new ideas and experiences to NYSIF, which energizes a creative and innovative work environment. We strive to foster a workplace where diverse individuals are able to participate fully in the decision‑making process and have ample opportunity for advancement. We are committed to investing the necessary resources and attention to improving the engagement, retention, and promotion of the extraordinary talent we have.

Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service and ensuring equal access to opportunities. NYSIF is proud to utilize best practices to recruit, hire, retain, and promote career advancement of individuals with disabilities. This includes special focus on current and prospective employees with the most significant disabilities, such as the use of supported employment, individual placement with support services, customized employment, the civil service sections 55/b and 55/c programs, internships, and job shadowing. If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please send an email to NYSIF’s Reasonable Accommodations mailbox at ra@nysif.com.

Contact Name:

Kayla Burns

Telephone:

Fax:

(518) 437-1618

Email Address:

hr@nysif.com

Address:

PO BOX 66699, Albany, NY 12206

Notes on Applying:

Please submit your resume to hr@nysif.com, referencing the Vacancy ID# in your subject line.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

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