Chief Actuary (Director of Actuarial Models), Albany, NY

AV Staffing Solutions•City of Albany, NY

51d•$180,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

An established public-sector financial services organization is seeking a Chief Actuary – Director of Actuarial Models to launch and lead a new actuarial modeling team focused on data-driven solutions, AI, and predictive analytics.

Requirements

ACAS or FCAS designation.
Bachelor’s in Actuarial Science, Math, Statistics, or related field.
Minimum 10 years actuarial experience, including 2+ years leading actuarial teams.
Experience with predictive analytics, model building, AI techniques, and large datasets.
Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship provided).

Nice To Haves

MAAA designation
Master’s or higher in statistical or AI-related fields
Strong team management and mentoring background

Responsibilities

Lead a new modeling team from the ground up, defining strategy, staffing, and direction.
Develop and enhance advanced statistical and AI-driven models.
Translate model outputs into strategic insights and guide stakeholders through complex interpretations.
Oversee implementation and ensure models comply with relevant policies and actuarial standards.
Expand modeling capabilities using innovative tools and external data sources.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote modeling best practices and repeatable processes.