Risk Management Specialist

3 weeks ago

Galveston, United States Galveston County, TX Full time
Salary: $54,651.00 Annually

Location : Galveston, TX

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 00799

Department: Professional Services

Division: Professional Services

Opening Date: 04/17/2024

Description

Performs a variety of professional and administrative level risk management duties
designed to minimize the County's exposure to loss, control costs and promote a safe
work environment. May carry out responsibilities in some or all of the following
functional areas: Risk management functions, contract/policy review and safety related training.
Job Responsibilities

  • Assists in the development, monitoring, and administration of various County general insurance contracts and risk management programs.
  • Coordinates risk management and safety training programs.
  • Organizes, prepares and delivers safety and risk management training presentations using various methods, including arranging for outside representatives to conduct training as appropriate and necessary, including but not limited to new employee orientations.
  • Reviews contract provisions for accuracy in coordination with County legal counsel.
  • Tracks certificates of insurance, policies and endorsements in the specification of contract terms. Receives, verifies and maintains vendor insurance certificates.
  • Assists in the development and implementation of strategic contract management policies.
  • Plans, administers, and monitors loss prevention and risk management services. Monitors, minimizes, and controls potential losses.
  • Conducts research and analyzes the safety and loss control activities of the County and develops short- and long-range risk management plans to reduce costs.
  • Assist in the management of and monitors the County's self-insurance fund.
  • Reviews current federal and state legislation to determine necessary changes in insurance requirements and coverage.
  • Maintains a list of insured buildings and the supporting documentation such as WPI 8 and elevation certificates, ensuring that new buildings have complete documentation and are added to insurance policies as needed.
  • Coordinates annual facility inspections with the Facilities Department for all insured buildings. Coordinates building coverage with FEMA requirements.
  • Manages insurance claims from the County, including making visits with inspectors, managing paperwork, and following up with adjusters and other related parties involved.
  • Manages bonds for Public Officials-Elected and appointed, as well as some departmental bonds/policies.
  • Creates database and maintains copies of the files/records on all properties, including property description, structures, insurance, tenant information and agreements, inspection reports and repair reports. Maintains a copy of any records of leases or agreements by or to the County for property/facility use and manages the financial aspects of the County's property leases. Maintains historical and current records of insurance coverage in compliance with FEMA and other requirements.
  • Coordinates with Fleet Management staff to research and provide a variety of statistical and administrative reports showing safety performance and accident trends.
  • Works with Legal and Fleet Management staff to pay invoices on damaged County vehicles.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.
Minimum Qualifications
  • A bachelor's degree is required. Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Risk Management, or related field, are preferred.
  • A professional designation such as Associate in Risk Management or Certified Risk Manager is highly desirable.
  • A qualified applicant must have at least three years of experience with general insurance contracts and risk portfolio oversight. At least three years of experience dealing with safety and/or insurance programs in either the public or private sector is desirable.
  • Extensive knowledge of risk management, insurance and loss control techniques and practices related to local government and public entity operations.
The following attributes are essential for a selected candidate
  • Possesses excellent communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, supervisors and department heads.
  • Demonstrable skill in public relations and making public presentations.
  • Demonstrable ability to prepare, negotiate and administer the terms and conditions of contractual agreements and risk insurance policies.
  • Proficiency in use of the Microsoft Office software suite.
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills and customer service skills.
  • Must pass a Criminal Background check.
  • Must pass a driver's license background check.
  • Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License within a short period after the start of employment.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
  • Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
  • Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
  • The work is typically performed sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects.
  • The work is typically performed in an office.
  • Emergency Preparedness Tier Level: 1

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