Attorney

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

The purpose of the Indiana Department of Insurance is to protect Hoosiers as they purchase and use insurance products to keep their assets and their families from loss or harm. Consumers may need assistance with certain claim situations or just help in understanding how their policies work. Our other primary obligation is to monitor the financial solvency of the insurance companies domiciled in Indiana so that the legal promises made in insurance policies are honored.

To these ends, our Department staff is committed to providing exceptional customer service for both our consumers and our companies, and to maintain a fair and objective viewpoint as we examine each issue and circumstance within our jurisdiction.

The Attorney position reports to the General Counsel and is responsible for providing legal advice to the different divisions within the Indiana Department of Insurance.

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Advises and provides legal support to agency staff on various program and legal areas
• May oversee, draft, review, or provide legal advice relating to contracts
• Researches, interprets, and provides legal advice in relation to laws, rules, policies, and legal opinions pertaining to agency operations
• May draft and review legislation and administrative rules
• Advise Department divisions and personnel on compliance with Title 27 (Insurance statutes) of the Indiana Code
• Track National Council of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL) discussion and adoption of model laws
• Research and analyze legal issues
• Serve as IDOI Legislative Director
• Attend committee hearings for bills affecting Title 27 or insurance generally
• Provide committee reports to Governor’s office from (S) Insurance and Financial Institutions committee hearings and (H) Insurance committee hearings
• Provide first review of bill requests received by Governor’s office
• Provide bill reports to Governor’s office on bill review requests
• Receive and respond to constituent inquiries received from legislators
• Conduct administrative rule making procedures
• Attend and participate on NAIC Legislative Liaison calls on behalf of the IDOI

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work.

The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have

• A Doctorate of Jurisprudence with 5+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney;
• Indiana Bar Admission license in good standing;
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply relevant statutes, case law, and rules;
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing;
• Ability to successfully utilize a case management system to manage a docket, case information, party information, and serve orders;
• Strong legal research, writing, and litigation skills.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program:
  Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180…