Statistical/Predictive Modeler

GAINSCO Inc., is a property and casualty insurance holding company. Through our insurance brand, GAINSCO Auto Insurance®, we concentrate our efforts on the non-standard personal automobile market, specializing in minimum-limits personal auto insurance. GAINSCO was established in 1978 as a Texas corporation and is based in Dallas, with a regional office in Miami. Our insurance operations are conducted through MGA Insurance Company Inc., a Texas corporation.

Job Purpose: The Predictive Modeler/Statistical Analyst will be responsible for supporting key strategic business decisions throughout the organization through the use of statistical analysis, predictive analytics, and multivariate model building.

* Manages aspects of large, high-profile statistical and data mining projects by utilizing advanced predictive modeling techniques such as multivariate analysis in order to analyze and address business objectives. * Manages strategic projects like customer pricing plans, optimization of marketing practices, assessment of commission structures, and improvement in customer retention practices. Performs advanced programming using SAS, Pretium, Emblem, R, or other similar analytical programs to make data driven decisions. * Monitors industry trends in insurance by contributing ideas and actively participating in the investigation and research of new processes, resources, and technologies that can potentially be implemented to provide improved customer solutions. (This includes, but is not limited to locating, identifying, and analyzing new vendor data sources.) * Coordinates with Actuarial staff through proper education into the design and underlying interactions of the multivariate class plan and other statistical projected. Works with Company's IT group in order to implement changes to product design. Communicates with various business partners (i.e. Reserving, Pricing, Underwriting, etc.) on findings that could potentially affect their work. * Prepares reports for Sr. Management by designing, producing, and maintaining reports; answers technical questions regarding data and trends.

**Required behavior** * Communicate with co-workers, management, customers, vendors, and others in a courteous and professional manner * Conform with and abide by all Company codes, regulations, policies, values, work procedures and instructions * Regular attendance **Education** * Bachelors or Masters of Science degree with concentration in a quantitative discipline such as Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Economics * SAS certification preferred, but not required * CAS accreditation preferred, but not required **Experience** * 2-3 years of experience using statistical modeling and data mining approaches in a P&C insurance context. * Experience with personal lines/personal auto rating plan modeling is a strong plus. * Familiarity with Clyde Analytics preferred. Experience with statistical modeling software (such as SAS, Pretium, Emblem, R, etc.) required. **Skills and Abilities** * Advanced skills in performing mathematical calculations * Strong verbal and written communication skills * The ability to gather information and express ideas effectively to individuals and groups at all levels of the organization * Advanced computer skills, specifically in databases and spreadsheets * Expertise in statistical modeling techniques, specifically with multivariate analysis, is required * Excellent organizational skills * Keen attention to detail * Understanding of non-standard auto insurance is required