Chief Deputy Director of Product Lines

State of Illinois; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 13,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, Vision, and Dental

Pension Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

The Department of Insurance within the State of Illinois seeks a Chief Deputy Director of Product Lines to lead divisions including Innovation, Market Conduct, and Health Products. The role requires directing programs, supervising staff, and representing the Director in meetings.

Responsibilities include policy formulation, interdepartmental coordination, and relationship management with regulators and industry stakeholders. Located in Springfield, Illinois, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires four years of college with courses in insurance, accounting, business administration, and finance.
• Requires four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in the insurance industry.

Responsibilities

• Directs, coordinates and reviews activities of the Innovation, Market Conduct, Enforcement/Investigations, Property and Casualty Products, Life and Annuities Products, and Health Products Sections through subordinate staff.
• Serves as spokesperson representing the Director and Assistant Director at internal and external meetings.
• Plans, organizes, and implements major programs affecting Department and Division operations.
• Serves as full line supervisor.
• Serves as liaison with General Assembly members.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with officials of other departments, NAIC, consumer groups, trade organizations, and the insurance industry.

Skills

Insurance knowledge

Budgeting experience

Staff management

Legislative process

Education

Four-year college with courses in insurance, accounting, business administration, and finance

Job description

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We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID: 59851
Opening Date: 10/23/2026
Closing Date: 11/09/2026
Agency: Department of Insurance
Class Title:SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)
Skill Option:Fiscal Management/Accounting/Budget/ Internal Audit/Insurance/Financial
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: $13,450-$15,450 (Anticipated starting salary $13,450)
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Exempt under Section 4d of the Personnel Code, Gubernatorial (Management Bill)
Work Hours: M-F;8:30am - 5:00pm
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need
Headquarter Location: 4800 W Wabash Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62711
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: [e-mail]

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Department of Insurance is seeking to hire a Chief Deputy Director of Product Lines. This position is responsible for acting in behalf of and with the full authority of the Director; directs and coordinates agency operations and program activities for the Innovation, Market Conduct, Enforcement/Investigations, Property and Casualty Products, Life and Annuities Products and Health Products Divisions of the Department; plans, directs, organizes evaluates and formulates policies and procedures for the administration and implementation of the functions performed by the Divisions; represents the Director concerning program related issues; travels to various sites for internal and external meetings; serves as full line supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Directs, coordinates and reviews activities of the Innovation, Market Conduct, Enforcement/Investigations, Property and Casualty Products, Life and Annuities Products, and Health Products Sections through subordinate staff.
• Serves as spokesperson representing the Director and Assistant Director at various internal and external meetings often of a sensitive and confidential nature.
• Plans, organizes, and implements major programs affecting Department and Division operations.
• Serves as full line supervisor.
• Serves as liaison with members of the General Assembly.
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with officials of other departments, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, consumer advocate groups, various trade organizations, and the insurance industry.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with courses in insurance, accounting, business administration, and finance.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in the insurance industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers extensive knowledge and understanding of insurance products, other regulated Department regulated individualsand entities and the compliance thereof.
• Prefers a thorough knowledge of the Illinois Insurance Code and other federal laws, rules and regulations, processes andprocedures related to the regulation of health insurance products including but not limited to, agents/brokers, managed careentities, and pharmacy benefit managers.
• Prefers thorough experience managing staff to achieve organizational duties and objectives.
• Prefers thorough knowledge of labor and employment development.
• Prefers extensive knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
• Prefers demonstrated ability to evaluate, develop, implement, and manage a major agency program.
• Prefers familiarity with the legislative process, including proposing, analyzing, and implementing new legislation.
• Prefers demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and discretion in developing, implementing, and interpretingdepartmental policies and procedures.
• Prefers demonstrated ability to estimate and budget for future needs and cost of personnel, space, equipment suppliesand services.
• Prefers demonstrated ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to pass a background check.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The Department of Insurance (DOI) regulates the insurance market in the State of Illinois including, but not limited to, licensing and educating insurance agents, investigating Workers Compensation fraud, and examining the operations and finances of insurance companies domiciled in the state. We are committed to protecting consumers and regulating the insurance industry with innovation and efficiency. DOI has approximately 220 employees who are split between our Chicago and Springfield offices.

State of Illinois employees enjoy a robust benefit package, including:

• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• 10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (sick days carry over from year to year)
• 12Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• 3 Paid Personal Days annually
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
• Flexible work schedules may be available, dependent upon position
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

Revolving Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

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