Job description

JOB
The purpose of this position is to manage a comprehensive safety and risk management program that includes occupational health, safety and training, workers compensation, and property, casualty and liability insurance programs. The Risk Manager is a member of the Town’s Senior Leadership Team and is responsible for risk identification and evaluation, loss control programs, security programs, and claims management and analysis. We believe a successful Risk Manager needs: A commitment to public serviceDemonstrated expertise in implementing and managing enterprise-wide risk management programs and functionsExcellent collaboration and relationship-building skills that establish partnerships and effective teamwork within and outside of the organizationA positive, collaborative approach to staff supervision and team leadershipHIRING RANGE: $80,000-$100,000 firmPOSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Responsible for the Town’s risk management program including safety compliance, workers’ compensation, facility security, safety-related planning and training; ensures compliance with all municipal, state and federal requirements; recommends methods to reduce the cost of injuries and eliminate hazards. Policy and Program ManagementDevelops, implements, and manages programs to control risks and losses; classifies risks as to frequency and potential severity, and measures financial impact of risk on the Town; recommends appropriate methods to minimize risk and loss; investigates liability and property loss claims and make recommendations for prevention.Administers the Town’s insurance plan, including annual insurance renewal processes for coverages related to Property, General Liability, Automobile Liability, Crime, Cyber, Workers’ Compensation, Excess and Umbrella Liability. Evaluates insurance coverages, identifies exposures, and assesses liability through evaluation of claims and loss data, statistics and trends. Researches, compiles, and interprets program data; identifies trends; documents and presents findings; provides recommendations and solutions in support of assigned program, project, or functional area.Creates and implements risk management and safety-related policies and procedures.Reviews, evaluates, interprets, and applies policies, practices, and applicable regulations in support of assigned function; reviews processes and provides recommendations for streamlining processes and enhancing service quality. Workplace Safety, Health and Accident PreventionMonitors and tracks all accidents and injuries in the workplace; tracks trends; prepares risk and safety compliance reports; oversees departmental compliance reporting; maintains claims and experience records;Ensures that facility inspections are conducted to identify hazards that might exist and recommends corrective actions; ensures appropriate corrective actions are taken; Coordinates ergonomic reviews of employees work sites; prepares reports and recommends corrective actions; advises and assists departments in identifying appropriate equipment and tools to improve workstations.Facilitates or provides training to employees on health and safety related topics; provides guidance and consultation to employees, managers and other safety professionals; participates in or acts as the management liaison to various safety and health related committees.Identifies everyday hazards to each department and trains on how to minimize or eliminate those hazards; assists in the administration of the Town's safety and security program.Coordinates the management of alarm and access control systems, facilities and vehicles video systems and related security equipment to provide employee, customer, visitor, vehicle and facility safety. General Management and AdministrationDevelops long-term and short-term division goals. Selects, trains, and evaluates staff.Develops and administers the division’s budget.Prepares and gives presentations to department leadership regarding claim and risk related functions.Performs other duties as required. SupervisionThe work requires supervising and monitoring performance for two regular[MN1] full-time employees. Physical DemandsThe work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table, with intermittent standing, walking or stooping. Requires occasional bending, kneeling reaching/pulling, climbing and lifting. The employee uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity. Work EnvironmentThe work is typically performed in an office with occasional work outdoors andit supervises 2 positions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the job.Knowledge of: Safety, health and accident prevention methods, procedures, and equipmentBest practices and trends in workers’ compensation and risk managementBest practices and trends in management and supervisionProperty, liability, fleet exposure and coveragesQualitative and quantitative research principles and methods Employee wellness programsFederal and North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health ActRelevant state and federal lawsRelevant Town ordinances, policies, and procedures Ability to: Model behavior that is consistent with our values of RESPECT Think critically to solve problems and make sound decisionsEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and customersCommunicate effective orally and in writing Analyze large sets of data using software tools to identify loss trends and develop mitigating controlsIdentify health and safety problems in order to formulate, implement and effectively integrate solutions with ongoing operationsRecognize and address disparities in program outcomes for different population groups Develop and facilitate safety and health training programs for adult learnersInterpret, monitor, and report financial information and statisticsPerform mathematical calculations Author and prepare original reports, documents, and presentationsUse communication and interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisors, the public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work directionUse a personal computer, various word processing and database software applications, and general office equipment MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSAny combination of education and experience that will provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the job. EducationA Bachelor’s degree in risk management, safety management/occupational safety/industrial technology or a related field. ExperienceFive years of progressive experience involving risk management and analysis, insurance program management, occupational safety and/or enforcement of occupational/safety regulations. Local government and supervisory experience preferred.LICENSES AND CERTIFICATESThe possession of or the ability to obtain and valid NC drivers license issued by the state of NC. Availability of private transportation preferred.Associate Safety Profession, Certified Safety Professional, Associate in Risk Management (ARM) or Risk Management for Public Entities (RMPE) certification preferred

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
GRADE 118

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