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The MIssion of the Risk Management Division is to protect the County and its workforce against human, environmental, physical, and financial exposures and risks.
About The Position
This position is responsible for the direction and coordination of the County's risk management programs and activities and involves planning, organizing and managing the administration of the County’s Risk Management Division, including: County-wide and department-specific Workers’ Compensation, loss prevention, occupational health and safety, risk transfer, risk funding, professional services contracts, general liability, ergonomics, and County-wide insurance programs and portfolio. The role performs professional-level risk identification and analysis, recommending and implementing appropriate risk control/financing processes and strategies, and monitoring results for effectiveness. The position is also responsible for ensuring a safe, secure and healthful work environment in compliance with State and Federal regulations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a manager who excels at program evaluation and change management. The Risk Division was recently reorganized into the County’s Human Resources Department and both Risk’s team and HR leadership are excited to elevate the services of this important function for the County. The Risk team currently consists of the Risk Manager, a Workers' Compensation analyst, a safety officer, and an administrative technician. Plans are underway to develop a consolidated leave management program for both occupational and non-occupational leaves.
Application materials will be accepted through Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 11:59 PM. To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, apply at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marincounty/jobs/4881856/risk-manager?page=4&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs (or click the "Apply" button at the top right of this page) to complete a short application. Please also submit (upload) a cover letter, resume, and up to a 2-page response to the following questions:
- Summarize your risk management experience and ensure you specify which functional areas with which you have direct experience, e.g. employee/workers' compensation, leaves, loss insurance, self-insurance, safety, litigation/claims management, etc. Include in your response the type and size of organization where you performed these roles.
- Summarize your experience leading, supervising and/or developing employees. Include in your response the number and types of positions you’ve led or supervised.
- Provide an example of either, a), a time in which you recommended and implemented an improvement to a risk management program; or, b), a complex risk issue in which you advised and played a key role in resolving. We recommend you describe the issue, with who you needed to collaborate, and the outcome of your example in your response.
- List any certifications you possess in relation to risk management or human resources and describe any activities you regularly practice or participate in to maintain current knowledge of risk management best practices.
About You
Our highly qualified candidate has excellent working knowledge of multiple aspects of risk management program areas. They are a strong leader and manager who is astute, and has excellent analytic and problem-solving skills. They are a systems thinker who can find solutions to improve efficiencies and opportunities for elevated services. They are customer service oriented and committed to protecting the assets of the County and providing support to the County’s workforce and operational needs. They are collaborative with good emotional intelligence, are able to develop strong trust and working relationships, and can effectively supervise and develop the Risk team.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of risk management; including but not limited to: self-insured workers’ compensation programs, safety and loss control, contracts/agreements/leases; insurance and claims management; occupational health and safety, and asset protection programs.
- Principles and practices of statistical analysis and reporting, program evaluation, policies and operational needs.
- Public administration principles and practices, including organization and structure in a public entity setting.
- Principles and practices of budget development and administration, organizational planning, program planning and personnel management.
- Applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to: CalOSHA, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), California Fair Employment Housing Act (FEHA) federal, state and local environmental and industrial safety regulations and California’s Workers’ Compensation regulations.
- Principles and practices of contract administration, public liability, principles of risk transfer and risk funding, insurance, indemnification and underwriting.
- Investigation and adjustment techniques related to injury and damage claims.
- Modern technology, systems and software designed to assist in the management of information.
- Principles and techniques of supervision, teambuilding, goal setting and effective management and mentoring methods.
- Modern records and office management principles, practices and procedures.
- Principles of diversity and inclusion involving individuals, both internal and external to the organization.
Ability To
- Coordinate and oversee multiple activities related to a variety of loss prevention programs.
- Interpret, apply and communicate State and Federal regulations and statutes, and principles, practices and County policy relative to self-insurance and risk management.
- Plan, supervise, coordinate, review, and evaluate the work of others.
- Direct and coordinate the work of third-party program administrators and adjusters.
- Analyze insurance policy provisions to determine compliance with County requirements and adequacy of coverage and exclusions.
- Remain current with industry developments, practices, and activities to ensure the use of ‘best-practices’ in all aspects of the County’s risk management responsibilities.
- Maintain cooperative relationships with County staff and leaders, appropriate local, state, and federal agencies, and others contacted in the course of the work.
- Prepare accurate, clear, concise and complete reports, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
- Evaluate statistical data and effectively present facts, conclusions and recommendations.
- Act as a liaison to advise and/or resolve differences between departments with minimal direction.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to meet the changing needs and trends of the organization and legal requirements.
- Communicate effectively.
- Work extended, weekend, holiday and off-hours during emergency situations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, training and experience that would provide the knowledge and abilities listed. Typically, this would include five years of professional level experience in preferably at least two of the following areas: risk management, occupational health and safety, loss control, claims administration, liability and casualty insurance or finance and two years of supervisory experience. Related professional certification(s) in the functional areas of the position are desired.
Licenses
Possession of a valid driver’s license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
For questions regarding the position or the application process, email Diane.Ooms@marincounty.gov or call (415)473-3045. Application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined herein. Candidates deemed most qualified will move through the selection process. First level interviews are tentatively scheduled to be conducted the week of April 28th and will be held via Zoom. Final interviews are scheduled to be conducted the week of May 5th.
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095. If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Diane Ooms at Diane.Ooms@marincounty.gov or by phone at 415-473-3045.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage.
Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan: Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement: Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan: Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical: The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
- IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
