Policy and Rules Manager

Policy And Rules Manager

This recruitment will remain open until July 2, 2026. The agency reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening date on June 9, 2026. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Make a Difference:
Protect Consumers & Join Our Dynamic Team!

The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) seeks a qualified individual for the Policy and Rules Manager position. This role is within the Policy and Legislative Division and is based out of our Olympia – Capitol Campus Office.

We are an employer of choice! Here's why:

• Meaningful work:
  Ensure a healthy insurance market & protect Washington consumers.
• Impactful career:
  Make a daily difference in the lives of countless Washingtonians.
• Small agency, big opportunities:
  Gain a holistic understanding of our mission and build strong relationships with colleagues.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion: OIC is committed to ensuring that all employees enjoy a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment - by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, and attributes.

About the Position

The Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) is seeking a strategic and collaborative Policy and Rules Manager to help advance our mission of protecting consumers, the public interest, and Washington's economy through fair and efficient regulation of the insurance industry. As a member of the Policy & Legislative Affairs Division leadership team, this position plays a key role in shaping and implementing the agency's legislative, policy, and rule making agenda.

Reporting to the Division Deputy, the Policy and Rules Manager provides leadership and oversight for the agency's rule making activities, legislative analysis, bill drafting, fiscal notes, and policy development efforts.

In this highly visible leadership role, you will supervise a team of policy analysts and support staff, ensuring high-quality policy analysis, regulatory development, and legislative support. You will serve as a subject matter expert on legislative and administrative rule making processes, provide strategic guidance to agency leadership, and collaborate with stakeholders across the agency and state government to advance consumer-focused policy solutions.

This position offers a unique opportunity to influence statewide insurance policy, lead complex regulatory initiatives, and mentor a talented team of professionals. The ideal candidate is a skilled leader, critical thinker, and communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about public service, consumer protection, and effective government.

This is a Civil Service Exempt position. The annual salary range for this position is $105,000 - $140,000.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package:
  Health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave (vacation, sick, etc.) and much more!
• Supportive work environment:
  We value diversity, professional growth, and collaborative atmosphere.
• Wellness programs:
  Invest in your well-being with on-site resources and initiatives.
• Work-life balance:
  Flexible schedules with telework opportunities.
• Public service fulfillment:
  Contribute to a cause that matters and feel the satisfaction of serving the public good.
• Training & Development:
  Continuously learn and grow with tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and other programs.
• And more! Explore our website for additional benefits: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

Duties

• Lead and oversee the agency's rule making program, ensuring administrative rules are developed, reviewed, and adopted in compliance with state law and agency priorities.
• Manage and supervise a team of policy analysts and administrative support staff, providing coaching, mentorship, performance management, and professional development.
• Direct the development and implementation of the agency's legislative agenda, including bill analysis, legislative proposals, fiscal notes, amendments, testimony, and implementation planning.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on legislative and administrative rule making processes, providing strategic advice and guidance to agency…