What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compliance Examiner 1/2 position at Insurance-Commissioner of Insurance?
Salary
$3,345.00 - $6,566.00 Monthly
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
LDI-2026-45
Department
Insurance-Commissioner of Insurance
Opening Date
07/20/2026
Closing Date
8/3/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
The mission of the Department of Insurance is to enforce the insurance laws and regulations of the state impartially, honestly and expeditiously.
The Louisiana Department of Insurance is seeking a motivated and analytical Compliance Examiner 1/2 to join the Office of Financial Solvency, Financial Examinations/Analysis or Field Division. In this role, you'll help protect the financial stability of Louisiana's insurance and financial services industries by conducting in-depth financial examinations, reviewing regulatory filings, and working directly with industry professionals to ensure compliance with state and federal laws. If you enjoy analyzing financial information, solving complex problems, and making a meaningful impact on the integrity of financial systems, we encourage you to apply!
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience in accounting, auditing, banking, compliance management, financial operations, or insurance; OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field plus nine semester hours in accounting and an additional fifteen semester hours in accounting, economics, finance, business law, insurance, statistics, financial analysis, or money and banking; OR
A bachelor’s degree with nine semester hours in accounting and an additional fifteen semester hours in accounting, economics, finance, business law, insurance, statistics, financial analysis, or money and banking; OR
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, or statistics; OR
An advanced degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business or public administration, management, economics, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR
A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, Certified Financial Examiner (CFE), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
Six years of full-time experience in any field plus nine semester hours in accounting and an additional fifteen semester hours in accounting, economics, finance, business law, insurance, statistics, financial analysis, or money and banking; OR
A bachelor’s degree with nine semester hours in accounting and an additional fifteen semester hours in accounting, economics, finance, business law, insurance, statistics, financial analysis, or money and banking; OR
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, or statistics; OR
An advanced degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business or public administration, management, economics, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR
A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, Certified Financial Examiner (CFE), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
As a Compliance Examiner 1/2 in the Office of Financial Solvency, you will/may:
- Review financial and operational records from banks, credit unions, insurance companies, and other financial service providers to help ensure they follow state and federal regulations.
- Analyze financial information to confirm the accuracy of reported assets, liabilities, and equity, helping institutions maintain sound financial practices.
- Review investment portfolios, loans, real estate holdings, and other financial activities to verify compliance and identify potential areas of concern.
- Evaluate financial statements and related documentation to ensure information is accurate, complete, and consistent with accounting standards.
- Prepare clear and organized reports that summarize findings and highlight key areas such as liquidity, asset concentrations, and overall financial stability.
- Work directly with company representatives and management to request information, clarify details, and discuss examination results.
- Assist experienced examiners during field or desk reviews and occasionally lead smaller examination assignments under supervision.
- Participate in professional development and complete the introductory Compliance Examiner School to build foundational skills in examination and analysis.
Position-Specific Details:
Division/Location: Office of Financial Solvency/Financial Examinations/Analysis or Field
Appointment Type: Probational
Appointment Type: Probational
Career Progression: This position will be filled as a Compliance Examiner 1 or 2, depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Compensation: The salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience within the established pay range.About the Division: The Office of Financial Solvency's primary mission is to monitor the financial health of regulated entities through statutorily mandated field examinations and financial analyses and to provide actuarial analysis of rate filings, adequacy of insurers' reserves, and insurance legislation.
Career Growth Opportunity: Advancement in this role may involve earning professional designations through the Society of Financial Examiners (SOFE), such as the Accredited Financial Examiner (AFE) and Certified Financial Examiner (CFE). Each designation involves passing four exams and meeting SOFE’s work experience requirements (two years for the AFE, three years for the CFE). These certifications can only be awarded upon application to SOFE and are a key step toward promotion to the next level.
How To Apply:
NO CIVIL SERVICE exam is required to be considered for this vacancy.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Dr. Phillip Donagriche
Human Resources Division
Louisiana Department of Insurance
P.O. Box 94214
Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Phillip.Donagriche@ldi.la.gov
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
- Mardi Gras,
- Good Friday,
- Memorial Day,
- Independence Day,
- Labor Day,
- Veteran's Day,
- Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
- Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
- Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
- Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
Salary : $3,345 - $6,566