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Attorney - Consumer Health Care Division - Anticipated Vacancy

State of Maine

Gardiner, Maine(remote)

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$67,038.40–$94,515.20
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Attorney, Disability Insurance, Financial Services, Healthcare, Insurance, Legal, Licensing, Maintain Compliance, Performance Reviews, Professional Services, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Research Skills, Sales, State Government, State Laws and Regulations, Technical Support, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Gardiner, Maine
POSTED
29 days ago
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Department of Professional & Financial Reg (and Boards) - Insurance - Consumer Health Care Division

Job Class Code: 2016
Grade: 31/Professional & Technical
Salary: $67,038.40-$94,515.20/Annually
Location: Gardiner

Opening Date: May 21, 2026

Closing Date: June 7, 2026

This is professional services work providing analysis, advice and assistance to Bureau staff, with an emphasis on legal issues involved in health, life, disability and other lines of insurance. This position interacts on a daily basis with various staff of the Bureau, including complaint investigators, forms review staff, and market conduct staff. Other responsibilities include contact with consumers and members of the insurance community. Work is performed under limited supervision. This position is currently a hybrid remote position. The position reports to the Director of the Consumer Health Care Division.

Primary responsibilities include:
  • Providing analysis, advice and technical assistance to Bureau staff
  • Answering questions from insurance companies, producers, legislators and the public
  • Assisting in complaint investigations to ensure statutes and regulations are followed
  • Assisting insurance form review staff to ensure products sold in Maine are compliant with state law.
  • Analyzing and monitoring legislation and drafting testimony and letters to the Legislature on behalf of the Superintendent
  • Working with the Bureau's market conduct examiners, and contract examiners to ensure compliance with statutes and regulations
  • Developing regulations and completing rulemaking procedures
  • Conducting research and writing opinions, bulletins and related memoranda
  • Representing the Bureau in public settings, including stakeholder groups

Minimum qualifications:

Law degree from an accredited law school

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).

Admitted to practice law in Maine and currently registered with the Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar.

Preference will be given to those applicants:

Experience in regulatory compliance is preferred but not required. Familiarity with health, life, or disability insurance is preferred but not required.

Contact information:

Questions about this position should be directed to Joanne Rawlings-Sekunda, Joanne.Rawlings-Sekunda@maine.gov, 207-624-8472

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
  • Work-Life Fit - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
  • Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
  • Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
  • Retirement Plan - The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.91% for Confidential employees.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

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