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Position Summary:The Risk Management Safety Coordinator for Cowley County isresponsible for identifying,assessing, and managing risks to minimize the County's exposure tofinancial loss, legal liability,property damage, and personnel injury. In conjunction with the HumanResource Coordinatorand the County Administrator, the officer will implement policies andstrategies to mitigaterisks while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and localregulations.Key Responsibilities:Risk Identification Assessment:Develop, implement, and maintain a county-wide risk management program.Identify potential risks related to operations, public safety,insurance, contracts,and employee safety.Conduct regular risk assessments to determine vulnerability tofinancial,operational, and reputational risks.Risk Mitigation:Create and execute strategies to minimize risks to Cowley Countysresources.Visit Cowley-Works for more Job Opportunities near you!Develop emergency preparedness plans, safety programs, and businesscontinuity plans.Coordinate with department heads to implement corrective actions andsafetyimprovements.Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies.Insurance Claims Management:Manage the County's insurance portfolio, including liability, property,andworkers compensation policies.Coordinate insurance claims, investigate incidents, and work with legalcounselor insurers to resolve issues.Evaluate and recommend changes in insurance policies to ensureappropriatecoverage for the County's assets.Regulatory Compliance:Ensure that the County adheres to all relevant federal, state, andlocalregulations regarding risk management, safety, and insurance.Develop and maintain safety policies in compliance with OSHA, ADA, andotherregulatory standards.Train County employees on risk management and safety procedures.Reporting Documentation:Prepare and present regular reports to the County Administrator on riskexposure and risk mitigation strategies.Maintain comprehensive documentation for all risk management processes,including audits, assessments, and incident reports.Collaboration Training:Collaborate with County departments and external agencies to addressandresolve risk-related issues.Provide ongoing risk management and safety training to Countyemployees.Serve as a liaison between the County and other relevant stakeholders.Incident Response:Lead investigations and provide recommendations on incident reportsinvolvingCounty employees or property.Assist in disaster recovery and emergency management efforts by ensuringalldepartments have updated risk response plans.All other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Education:Bachelors degree in Risk Management, Public Administration, BusinessAdministration, or a related field.Professional certification in risk management (e.g., Certified RiskManager(CRM), Associate in Risk Management (ARM)) preferred.Experience:Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in risk management, insuranceadministration, or related field, preferably in the public sector.Experience in developing and implementing risk management strategies.Skills Competencies:Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Familiarity with risk assessment tools and software.Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations.Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively withdifferentdepartments.Physical Demands:Ability to travel between County departments and facilities as needed.Ability to occasionally lift materials and equipment up to 50 pounds.Work Environment:Primarily office-based with periodic fieldwork required to inspectCountyfacilities or attend external meetings.Flexibility to attend emergency meetings or respond to incidents asnecessary.