Compliance Specialist
State of South Dakota, Pierre, SD, United States
Job ID: 35450
Agency: Department of Labor & Regulation - Division of Insurance
Location: Pierre, SD
Salary: $20.89-$22.98/hr, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: G
Closing Date: 04/24/2026
Why the Division of Insurance? The South Dakota Division of Insurance's mission is to protect the public by providing quality assistance, fair regulation, and promoting healthy and competitive insurance and investment markets in South Dakota. We do so in a team-focused work environment. The team works together to protect the citizens of South Dakota when navigating the insurance and securities markets. Monitoring the insurance market nationally and in South Dakota is a vital piece of our mission.
What You Will Do The Compliance Specialist supports the Division by conducting investigations involving insurance producers and agencies. This position is responsible for evaluating submitted information to ensure compliance with state laws, administrative rules, and internal policies. Key duties include performing essential case management functions, assisting with investigative activities, and maintaining accurate and well organized records. The Compliance Specialist reviews applications, reports, and other regulated documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable laws. The role also requires regular communication with applicants, licensees, stakeholders, and the public to clarify requirements, request additional information, and explain relevant processes.
Who We Want
A highly motivated person with a passion for serving the public who displays a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals.
An individual who listens attentively to others and clearly conveys information and ideas.
A dependable and organized individual who effectively plans and organizes work activities.
An individual who works cooperatively with others and promotes a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals.
Ability To
Gather, analyze and appraise facts.
Comprehend and apply pertinent laws, rules, and policies.
Write clear, descriptive reports following investigation.
Organize and maintain records.li> Deal tactfully with others.
Utilize initiative and independent judgment.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
Communicate effectively and efficiently.
Ability to comprehend, interpret and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
Prepare clear and concise documents, reports, and correspondence reflecting relevant facts.
Work both independently and in a team environment.
Maintain strict confidentiality.
Research and compile data.
Exercise tact, patience, and discretion in communicating and dealing with persons of varying backgrounds and temperament.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Microsoft office products.
Business English including grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Benefits The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
“An Equal Opportunity Employer”
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Why the Division of Insurance? The South Dakota Division of Insurance's mission is to protect the public by providing quality assistance, fair regulation, and promoting healthy and competitive insurance and investment markets in South Dakota. We do so in a team-focused work environment. The team works together to protect the citizens of South Dakota when navigating the insurance and securities markets. Monitoring the insurance market nationally and in South Dakota is a vital piece of our mission.
What You Will Do The Compliance Specialist supports the Division by conducting investigations involving insurance producers and agencies. This position is responsible for evaluating submitted information to ensure compliance with state laws, administrative rules, and internal policies. Key duties include performing essential case management functions, assisting with investigative activities, and maintaining accurate and well organized records. The Compliance Specialist reviews applications, reports, and other regulated documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable laws. The role also requires regular communication with applicants, licensees, stakeholders, and the public to clarify requirements, request additional information, and explain relevant processes.
Who We Want
A highly motivated person with a passion for serving the public who displays a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals.
An individual who listens attentively to others and clearly conveys information and ideas.
A dependable and organized individual who effectively plans and organizes work activities.
An individual who works cooperatively with others and promotes a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals.
Ability To
Gather, analyze and appraise facts.
Comprehend and apply pertinent laws, rules, and policies.
Write clear, descriptive reports following investigation.
Organize and maintain records.li> Deal tactfully with others.
Utilize initiative and independent judgment.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
Communicate effectively and efficiently.
Ability to comprehend, interpret and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
Prepare clear and concise documents, reports, and correspondence reflecting relevant facts.
Work both independently and in a team environment.
Maintain strict confidentiality.
Research and compile data.
Exercise tact, patience, and discretion in communicating and dealing with persons of varying backgrounds and temperament.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Microsoft office products.
Business English including grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Benefits The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
“An Equal Opportunity Employer”
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