Review Vacancy
AgencyFinancial Services, Department of
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Bargaining UnitAPSU-Agency Police Services Unit (PBAofNYS)
Salary RangeFrom $105500 to $133319 Annually
Minimum Qualifications This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class. As such, the incumbent of this position would serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.
Duties Description The New York State Department of Financial Services seeks to build an equitable, more transparent and resilient financial system that benefits New Yorkers and supports business. Through engagement, data-driven regulation, and operational excellence, DFS is responsible for empowering consumers and protecting them from financial harm; ensuring the health and stability of the financial entities we regulate; and driving economic growth through responsible innovation.
The Department of Financial Services is seeking candidates for the position of Associate Attorney in Health Bureau within the Insurance Division. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Analyzes health insurance contract forms submitted for approval to DFS and evaluates for compliance with all applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations;
• Works closely with the DFS Health Bureau’s management team to assess current contract filing requirements, makes recommendations for improvements, and develops and updates model contract language;
• Prepares memoranda on legal or public policy issues identified in policy form submission or market conduct review and makes proper recommendations in Department position;
• Assists with continued implementation of the federal Affordable Care Act and No Surprises Act and federal regulations;
• Implements new legislation; drafts, reviews, analyzes and comments on legislative proposals, regulations, and circular letters; and demonstrates knowledge of the State Administrative Procedure Act (SAPA) requirements for rulemaking;
• Researches and prepares special reports;
• Trains and supervises staff within the legal section of the DFS Health Bureau;
• Coordinates with the New York State of Health (NYSOH) regarding the Qualified Health Plans offered through the NYSOH;
• Meets with representatives of the health insurance industry, trade groups, and other governmental agencies to discuss public policy, market and product issues, health programs and other initiatives, and explains or advocates for the Department;
• Participates in task forces/workgroups with the health insurance industry or other governmental agencies;
• Supervises and/or assists in the Health Bureau’s handling of projects or the operations of health insurance programs; and
• Other duties as assigned.
Additional Comments Positions located within the New York City metropolitan area, as well as Suffolk, Nassau, Rockland, and Westchester Counties, are also eligible to receive an additional $3,026 annual downstate adjustment.
Appointment to this position is pending Governor Appointment’s Office and Division of Budget approval.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address NCE.Notifications@dfs.ny.gov
Address
Street One Commerce Plaza, Suite 301
Notes on ApplyingTo Apply: Interested qualified candidates must submit a resume and letter of interest no later than February 8, 2023 to the email address listed below. Please include Box# (Box AA-AC-00213) in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. Email submissions are preferred.
Thomas Hurd
Box AA-AC-00213
New York State Department of Financial Services
Office of Human Resources Management
One Commerce Plaza, Suite 301
Albany, NY 12257
Email: NCE.Notifications@dfs.ny.gov
Fax: (518) 402-5071
All candidates that apply may not be scheduled for an interview
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Employment with New York State qualifies an individual for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). This program forgives the remaining balance on any Direct Student Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or not-for-profit organization. To learn more about the program and whether you would qualify, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Department of Financial Services is required to provide reasonable accommodation for known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant with a disability if an accommodation would enable the applicant to perform the essential functions of the job. If the accommodation would constitute an undue hardship on the operations of the agency, the agency is not required to provide it.