Risk Manager

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　　Risk Manager

　　Salary

　　$90,000.00 Annually

　　Location

　　Boise, ID

　　Job Type

　　Full-Time with Benefits

　　Job Number

　　02089

　　Department

　　Human Resources

　　Opening Date

　　01/12/2024

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　General Summary

　　$90,000 + DOE

　　Ada County is a great place to work! We have more than 2000 employees dedicated to enhancing our community’s quality of life. Our Human Resources team core values are Trust, Collaboration and Excellence.

　　We offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start; 11 paid holidays a year; participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (https://persi.idaho.gov/Members/base_plan.cfm) which includes 11.94% employer contribution; various savings plans including a deferred compensation 457(b) plan with up to 3% county match; 401K plan; paid parental leave; work-from-home options; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities and career pathing. This generous Ada County Total Rewards package increases the base salary by approximately 40 percent.

　　To find out more about us visit our website and see what we have to offer.

　　Ada County (https://adacounty.id.gov/about-ada-county/)

　　Ada County is seeking a risk management professional with an entrepreneurial mindset to oversee and manage Ada County's self-insurance risk program. This includes providing leadership to the employees of the Risk Management Division. The Risk Manager ensures implementation and effective management of insurance coverages, workplace loss & safety programs, claims administration, and financial planning and reporting. Additionally, this position reviews contracts in order to advise regarding appropriate insurance requirements.

　　This is a key position that works directly with all county departments and elected offices on a regular basis. Additionally, this leader is continually in direct contact with brokers, vendors, employees, and other stakeholders regarding short and long term goals and objectives. Core to our success is our professionalism and service delivery to all.

　　Ada County Risk Management is a division within the Ada County HR Department. This is a position with hybrid work schedule option and works collaboratively within the HR Department.

　　POSITION DETAILS:

　　Plans, organizes, leads, coordinates, and monitors improvement activities of Ada County’s risk management program. Responsible for risk identification, risk financing, risk transfer instruments including contracts, loss prevention including risk avoidance, contract review, and the county safety program. Oversees claims management including tort claims and lawsuit investigation as well as defense and settlement negotiations. Serves as technical advisor to the Director of Human Resources on risk-related matters.

　　DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

　　Assignments are broad in scope and the incumbent functions with considerable independence. Completed work is reviewed in terms of the effectiveness of the overall risk management programs.

　　Essential Functions

　　Serves as the county expert and advisor to the Director of Human Resources on risk management, insurance, and related issues;

　　Develops and manages a comprehensive risk management program and related policies;

　　Establishes countywide risk management goals and objectives, monitors progress in achieving such;

　　Manages division staff, assigns work, reviews and evaluates performance, counsels employees regarding programs, policies and procedures, resolves employee complaints, takes disciplinary action, interviews and hires employees, tracks time and coordinates vacation schedules;

　　Researches and makes recommendations regarding risk management plans, policies, procedures, and standards;

　　Identifies, researches, and analyzes risk exposures, losses, liabilities, claims, etc.;

　　Meets with department representatives to identify and manage potential risks and loss exposures;

　　Reviews safety recommendations from insurance companies;

　　Evaluates and makes recommendations regarding loss control measures and methods for reducing or eliminating risks and liabilities;

　　Analyzes accidents and loss data to determine trends and problems, and makes recommendations to correct hazardous situations;

　　Reviews and researches insurance plans for quality, extent, type of insurance, exclusions, legal implications, and performs cost-benefit analyses;

　　Makes recommendations and coordinates purchase of insurance and reviews invoices for payment;

　　Coordinates and compiles data relative to insurance audits for workers’ compensation, general liability, and other insurance plans;

　　Gathers, organizes, and distributes risk exposure data to insurance underwriters for coverage evaluation and placement of coverage;

　　Conducts studies of and evaluates insurance programs including self-insurance programs;

　　Develops and maintains databases monitoring insurance expirations, premium payments, insured property dispositions, etc.;

　　Assists in the evaluation of insurance coverage requirements for new acquisitions;

　　Maintains information systems for recording and reporting of losses, claims, insurance premiums, and risk-related costs and information;

　　Works as part of a team to achieve department goals, missions, and strategic directives.

　　ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

　　Keeps abreast of current trends in the insurance and risk management industries;

　　Responsible for the collection and compilation of data and information for publication in Risk Management’s annual report;

　　Reviews insurance policies for completeness and accuracy; and

　　Performs related duties as required.

　　Job Requirements

　　Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in risk management, business or a related field and at least five (5) years of progressive experience in risk management, workers compensation, general liability insurance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;

　　Professional ARM, CPCU, or related certifications preferred;

　　Knowledge of investigative practices and techniques and insurance and risk management principles;

　　Knowledge of the concept and application of risk management;

　　Knowledge of Idaho law as it applies to the administration of county government;

　　Knowledge of loss control procedures and practices;

　　Knowledge of property and liability insurance policies including self-insurance; and Idaho tort law and liability laws;

　　Ability to maintain the confidence of elected officials and department heads;

　　Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and data;

　　Ability to present proposals and ensure compliance with sound risk management programs;

　　Ability to use good judgment in decision-making and to deviate from standard policies and practices when necessary;

　　Ability to analyze statistical and financial data and claims patterns in pricing risks;

　　Ability to analyze losses in developing loss control programs, conduct research and identify information resources;

　　Ability to implement insurance loss control measures, prepare specifications for insurance and negotiate contracts;

　　Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks or projects and use standard computer software programs to create reports, graphs, and charts;

　　Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;

　　Ability to effectively lead and manage others;

　　Ability to work as part of a team to accomplish division and department goals.

　　OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

　　Must have a valid Idaho Driver’s license;

　　Ada County HR staff furnish their own transportation for conducting county business when necessary.

　　Work Environment & Physical Demands

　　Work is performed primarily in an office environment and the employee in this class is subject to inside environmental conditions.

　　Field work is required, and the employee must visit county buildings, grounds, vehicles and other major equipment locations in order to inspect items for risk exposure and/or investigate or observe accident sites;

　　Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, to permit the employee to function in a general office environment and accomplish tasks.

　　Requires sitting at a desk for long periods of time, up to 8 hours;

　　May be required to lift up to 20 lbs.

　　DISCLAIMER:

　　To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the primary job responsibilities satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran's Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.

　　Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families.

　　Healthcare:

　　Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles

　　Post-employment health savings account

　　Retirement and Investments Plans:

　　PERSI retirement benefits

　　457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match

　　401(k)

　　Wellbeing Program:

　　Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.

　　Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program

　　Free bus pass

　　Paid-leave:

　　11 paid holidays per year

　　8 weeks paid Parental Leave

　　Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee

　　Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee

　　5 days paid bereavement leave

　　Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

　　Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible

　　Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible

　　Optional Benefits:

　　Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

　　NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance

　　Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance

　　Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance

　　AFLAC

　　Visit us at adacounty.id.gov/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits to view details regarding our benefits package, including: paid leave, healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, and more!

　　Agency

　　Ada County

　　Department

　　Human Resources

　　Address

　　200 W. Front St. Room #2210 Boise, Idaho, 83702

　　Phone

　　208-287-7123

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