This classification is scheduled to receive the following Base Salary Adjustments:
2.50% effective June 26, 2026Recruitment and Selection Schedule of Events:
- Last Day to Apply: Monday, March 23, 2026 at 11:59 pm
- Oral Interviews: Week of April 6, 2026
- Selection Interviews: Week of April 13, 2026
- Appointment Date: TBD
If there is a change to the tentative schedule above, all qualified candidates will be notified.
DEFINITION
Under general direction, performs professional level analysis and administration of the Authority’s risk management and insurance programs; reviews, analyzes, and develops recommendations for the Authority’s position on complex insurance, claims, and litigated matters related to general liability programs and activities; collaborates with the third-party administrator in the administration of general liability claims and activities; serves as a professional level resource to the Risk Manager and other Authority management; and performs related duties, as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Risk Manager. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a specialized professional classification performing the full range of risk management analysis assignments. Incumbents at this level perform routine to complex professional duties in support of the Authority’s general liability programs, insurance contract programs, processes, and systems including responsible and difficult claims analysis and the development of sound recommendations related to litigated matters. Considerable independent judgment is used to make decisions in carrying out assignments
(These duties are intended to be representative sample of the duties performed by the class.)
To view the complete Risk Management Analyst classification specification including essential functions, knowledge, please use the link provided: Risk Management Analyst
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
EDUCATION (position requirements at entry):
- Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in risk management, public or business administration, or a closely related field
EXPERIENCE (position requirements at entry):
- Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in the administration of risk management activities including some experience in a public agency setting.
HIGHLY DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in the oversight and administration of general liability programs and activities.
- Experience developing risk mitigation plans and implementing mitigation efforts.
- Experience reviewing and implementing insurance contracts and vendor agreements to ensure they meet the requirements of the agency insurance carrier and agency risk management needs.
- Experience investigating and reviewing claims to evaluate potential agency liability and settlement possibilities.
- Experience coordinating litigation and assisting legal counsel in litigated claims.
- Possession of Associate in Risk Management (ARM) Certification.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS (position requirements at entry):
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required at time of appointment. This classification is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program, which periodically provides Risk Management with the incumbent's Driver License record and status.
HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION:
When a recruitment opens for this position, an applicant must submit during the application filing period, an online application and attach any supplemental information as required in this job announcement. Online resumes and other unsolicited materials may be attached but will not be considered in lieu of the required online application, unless otherwise specified in the job announcement. The OCFA reserves the right to limit the number of online applications when necessary. Applicants are responsible for maintaining/updating their contact information through the online application system.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various Authority and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 10 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
NOTE: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.
SELECTION PROCEDURES:
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) ACCOMMODATION:
In accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, anyone who needs an ADA accommodation for the purposes of employment testing should contact the assigned recruiter, Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at (714) 573-6807 or via email at dukesteppe@ocfa.org no later than 72 hours prior to any portion of the examination process.
RECRUITMENT/SELECTION PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS:
All recruitment/selection process and requirements will be held in accordance with the OCFA's Merit & Selection Rules, which are available for review at www.ocfa.org.
ELIGIBLE LIST:
Placement on the Eligible List will be established based on successful completion of all recruitment process components. The Eligible List will remain in effect for a period of one (1) year from the date of establishment or until all names on the list are exhausted. The Eligible List may be extended or abolished at the discretion of the Assistant Chief of Human Resources / Human Resources Director.
WITHDRAWING FROM RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Whenever an applicant chooses to withdraw from a recruitment process, he/she is required to submit an email notification to the assigned recruiter, Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at dukesteppe@ocfa.org requesting a withdrawal from the process. The email to the recruiter must include the applicant's current phone number.
QUESTIONS:
All questions regarding this position should be directed to the assigned recruiter, Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at (714) 573-6807 or via email at dukesteppe@ocfa.org.
NOTE:
The provisions of this publication do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision in this publication may be modified or revoked without notice.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The Orange County Fire Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
