Assistant Underwriting Manager

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Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-502721

Position #(s):

402-523-9310-XXX

Working Title:

Assistant Underwriting Manager

Classification:

MANAGER I, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND

$7,580.00 - $9,416.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Los Angeles County

Telework:

Telework

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Talent Acquisition/Staffing

Department Information

State Fund is California’s largest provider of workers’ compensation insurance. Established in 1914 by the state legislature, we offer diverse and comprehensive products and services that provide a strong and stable option for employers and injured employees with fast, reliable claims service and medical and indemnity benefits.

Our culture centers on our purpose and values. We exist to provide fairly priced workers' compensation insurance, make workplaces safe, and restore injured workers. To fully represent California, we are committed to our employees by embracing and celebrating our diverse workforce and fostering inclusion to make the workplace a dynamic environment for all. We recognize and reward high performance yet value a healthy work/life balance.

Department Website: http://www.statefundca.com

Job Description And Duties

Do you love underwriting? Are you looking for an opportunity to motivate and inspire a team? Look no further!

State Fund has an opening for an Assistant Underwriting Manager. The primary functions are to manage a team of Underwriters and Support Staff in fulfilling State Fund's purpose of providing fairly priced workers' compensation insurance to Middle Market account customers. This position will report to the Pasadena location (L.A. Region).

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Underwriting Manager, the incumbent will:

• Manage the underwriting function of a Regional Office to achieve Budget Plan objectives in compliance with corporate and regulatory advisories, guidelines and procedures and through the effective use of available resources
• Effectively manage and develop staff and ensure employee engagement is maintained
• Interact across other regions, departments, and business segments to meet operational needs and enterprise objectives
  
  

The Successful Candidate For This Position Will:

• Manage all aspects of the regions underwriting practice and policy servicing functions in compliance with corporate underwriting and marketing advisories, guidelines and procedures.
• Oversee the acquisition, development and profitability and retention of an assigned book of business.
• Recruit, hire, train, develop, appraise and discipline subordinate staff.
• Contribute to the Policy Operations and Regional Office management team.
• Establish and maintain professional working relationships with the broker community and monitor broker trends.
  
  

The Successful Candidate Should Possess The Following Necessary Skills:

• Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills
• Assess and monitor optimal performance, work-flow process and workload balance
• Proficient knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of personnel management and supervision to oversee the work activities of the staff and ensure employee engagement
• Technical underwriting skills that allow for evaluation of risk, appropriate pricing and determination of effective servicing of business written and retained
• Ability to write professional and accurate reports as well as the ability to coordinate, facilitate, make presentations and speak in front of large groups
  
  

Business travel may occasionally be from overnight to five days in duration and may include, but not be limited to, plane, bus, van, taxi, or car. Travel to various work sites and locations for training and/or meetings may be necessary and work hours may vary. The L.A Region territory covers L.A., Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties. You may be requested to travel outside the L. A. County for industry events.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Special Requirements

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

To be considered, you must provide a fully completed STD 678 application, resume, and/or statement of qualifications if required. Alternative documents submitted in lieu of required Application, Resume, or Statement of Qualifications will not be accepted. Completed STD 678 must include duties performed, start and end dates, and hours worked per week for each position held.

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, have LEAP eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility may be considered.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 1/5/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including Your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) And Applicable Or Required Documents) Must Be Submitted To Apply For This Job Posting. Application Packages May Be Submitted Electronically Through Your CalCareer Account At Www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When Submitting Your Application In Hard Copy, a Completed Copy Of The Application Package Listing Must Be Included. If You Choose To Not Apply Electronically, a Hard Copy Application Package May Be Submitted Through An Alternative Method Listed Below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

State Compensation Insurance Fund

Talent Acquisition/Staffing

Attn: JC-502721 MC

2275 Gateway Oaks Drive

Sacramento , CA 95833

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

State Compensation Insurance Fund

Talent Acquisition/Staffing

JC-502721 MC

2275 Gateway Oaks Drive

Sacramento , CA 95833

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The Following Items Are Required To Be Submitted With Your Application. Applicants Who Do Not Submit The Required Items Timely May Not Be Considered For This Job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please explain how your experience, skills and career aspirations make you an ideal candidate for this position.
  
  

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.