Manager, Risk Management - Legal

NOTICE TO APPLICANT This position is open until filled. You must ensure your application reflects the correct and current information for your work experience, hours worked per week per position, education, personal information, etc. Only the information provided on this application is evaluated when determining compensation. Job Description PURPOSE SUMMARY. Oversee the county’s risk management, safety, insurance, and claims programs. This position identifies, evaluates, and mitigates risks to the county, its employees, and the public, while managing liability, property, and workers’ compensation claims. The Risk Manager supervises staff, develops and implements policies, conducts investigations, and ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES. 1. Program Administration Direct, oversee, and perform planning, development, and administration of safety, risk, insurance, and claims programs. Review and evaluate insurance contracts and prepare related reports. Develop, recommend, and implement county-wide insurance and risk management programs based on best practices. Coordinate with the purchasing department to prepare competitive bid specifications for insurance coverage, safety training, and risk management services. Prepare departmental reports, budgets, policies, and procedures. Develop specifications and periodically request bids for insurance coverage. 2. Claims and Insurance Management Evaluate, develop, and implement risk management and safety programs to protect county assets, reduce liability exposure, ensure employee safety, control losses, and limit claims. Ensures compliance with all state and federal laws and county ordinances applicable to risk management and safety plans and programs. Develop and manage liability, property, casualty, and workers’ compensation claims programs. Develop and maintain real property and vehicle inventories for insurance and premium purposes. Track and maintain accurate data, certificates of insurance, and valuations for risk management purposes. Review and analyze claims to determine cause and recommend corrective actions to reduce future risk. Identify and analyze risks and hazards affecting the county, employees, and the public. Evaluate loss history, research risk reduction strategies, and implement measures to minimize losses. Provide information and coordinate with claimants, representatives, adjusters, attorneys, insurance brokers, and insurance companies. Administer County’s workers compensation program. Handle property and liability claims in consultation with the Legal Department regarding litigation and policy interpretation. 3. Safety and Investigations Conduct preliminary investigations of accidents involving county employees, vehicles, and liability claims. Meet with department heads and county legal staff to discuss litigation, safety and claims. Work with Facility department to identify risks, make suggestions for maintenance and repair. Provide advice related to risk and safety protocols to county management, department heads, supervisors and county employees. 4. Training and Staff Supervision Develop and oversee training materials and may deliver training to county employees. Direct, schedule, and oversee the work and performance of assigned staff. Participate in hiring, termination, counseling, or disciplinary actions as needed. Appraise staff performance and set goals. 5. Program Monitoring and Reporting Monitor risk management program outcomes and evaluate effectiveness. Prepare and present reports to management on claims, loss trends, insurance coverage, and program performance. Recommend operational, procedural, and policy improvements to enhance risk mitigation and cost efficiency. ADDITIONAL DUTIES. Other duties as assigned. May work nights, weekends and holidays based on departmental need. QUALIFICATIONS. A. Education. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Public Administration, Occupational Health, Risk Management, Insurance, Public Safety or a related field. B. Experience. Five (5) years of experience in two or more of the following areas: workers compensation, claims management, property and liability insurance, risk and loss control, workplace safety and/or environmental health is required. Two (2) years of supervisory or lead experience is preferred. C. Education/Experience substitution. In accordance with County Policy. D. Licenses/Certifications. Valid driver’s license. Must maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with County policy. Certified Risk Manager (CRM), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) required within one (1) year of hire. E. Other (e.g., post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver’s license record, etc.). Must pass pre-employment background check and driving record check. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION: Knowledge of : Principles, practices, and standards of risk management, insurance, claims, and loss prevention. Liability, property, casualty, and workers’ compensation insurance programs and coverage types. State and federal laws, statutes, ordinances, regulations, and standards, including OSHA. County Safety and Procedural Guidelines and related policy manuals. Current issues,