The Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) is an independent State agency that regulates Maryland’s $46 billion insurance industry and protects consumers by monitoring and enforcing insurers’ and insurance professionals’ compliance with State law. Through the diligence of a highly professional staff of market analysts, financial analysts, accountants, lawyers, law enforcement officers, actuaries, complaint investigators, and others, the MIA works to facilitate a strong and competitive insurance marketplace where consumers are well informed and treated fairly. Staff members are subject matter experts who serve as a resource for lawmakers, consumers, and other public and private entities.

The MIA is charged with a broad range of responsibilities including the licensure of insurance carriers and insurance producers (brokers/agents) operating in Maryland, the conduct of financial examinations of companies to monitor financial solvency, and the review and approval of rates and contract forms. The MIA investigates reports of consumer fraud and consumer complaints about life, health, automobile, homeowners, and/or property insurance. Insurance carriers are subject to market conduct examinations and other actions to monitor compliance with Maryland law. The MIA also has a unit dedicated to consumer education and outreach, which participates in hundreds of events and reaches thousands of individual consumers annually.

* This is a Management Service position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

GRADE

22

LOCATION OF POSITION Baltimore City, Hybrid (between office and telework)

POSITION DUTIES The Maryland Insurance Administration is recruiting to fill a Chief Data Officer (CDO) in the Office of the Commissioner at the Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA). The CDO serves as a primary data advisor on analysis, improvement, governance, and oversight to the Commissioner on agency-wide data issues, and plays a key role in ensuring the execution of the data agenda for the Commissioner and leading data governance at the MIA. The incumbent will provide executive leadership in the following areas: Strategy and Planning, Policy & Governance; Quality Assurance and Lifecycle Management; Security & Privacy; and External and Interagency Coordination. The incumbent will work closely with the Maryland Department of Information Technology and the State’s Chief Data Officer on data privacy, transparency, and governance initiatives

This role requires a strong focus on collaboration with various stakeholders, including policy makers, technical teams, external and internal partners, to promote a culture of data-driven decision-making. The CDO will be expected to articulate a clear vision for the use of data within the MIA and, working with senior MIA leadership, to drive the organization towards achieving its strategic goals through effective data management and utilization.

This position requires a deep understanding of data science, data management concepts, and the ability to implement solutions that will address complex insurance issues. The CDO will also be responsible for:

Providing executive oversight, guidance, and coordination of data policies, governance, and management throughout MIA units. Overseeing the management and strategic direction of data initiatives within the organization. Ensuring that data is effectively utilized to enhance decision-making processes, improve insurance regulation, and support the overall mission of the MIA. Conducting evaluations of existing data systems and analytics frameworks, ensuring that they meet the evolving needs of the MIA. Developing and implementing data governance policies and practices that ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with state/federal regulations. Conduct evaluations of data systems and analytics frameworks to ensure they meet organizational needs. Develops recommendations for improving database design and data capture, documentation, storage, and management mechanisms. Leading agency data policy development, establishing and executing governance, and assists in the development of MIA Data strategy. Leading the Maryland State Governor-Directed Data Initiative task of assessing industry standards regarding oversight and governance of data and digital content, and ascertaining the applicability for MIA use. Serving as a technical expert in the planning, management, and execution of data and digital content collections workflow/lifecycle management projects. Acts as an expert on special projects, and advises management on issues. Working with staff to define, develop, implement and monitor plans for the lifecycle management of digital content that is the responsibility of the business unit. Works with staff and content providers to define and test efficient data movement procedures, establish effective and robust operational processes, and coordinate among stakeholders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Data Science, Data Analytics, Information Technology. Computer Science or a related field. A minimum of five (5) years of experience in data management, including at least three (3) years of experience deploying enterprise-wide data governance programs.

Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Data Governance and Stewardship Professional (DGSP), Certified Information Management Professional or other relevant certification.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

An advanced degree in a relevant field

Knowledge of Maryland State government

Exposure to insurance regulation

SELECTION PROCESS Please make sure that you provide sufficient information in your resume to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

BENEFITS Our comprehensive benefits package includes a generous leave package; medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage; healthcare and dependent daycare flexible spending accounts; a defined benefit pension plan with optional 457 and 401k supplemental retirement plans; flexible work schedules; and service that may qualify the successful candidate for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Please contact: charrison@maryland.gov for additional information concerning this recruitment. Online applications are strongly preferred. For immediate consideration: upload one (1) WORD or PDF file, that includes your combined cover letter and resume, to the 'Resume' tab.

If you are unable to apply online, you may submit an application packet by mail. Your submission must be received by close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment. Postmarks will not be accepted.

Complete application packets may be mailed to: Maryland Insurance Administration Human Resources - Recruitment #: 25-005479-0024 St. Paul Place, Suite 2700 Baltimore, MD 21202

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

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