AVP Risk Management

DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 122,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is seeking a senior-level risk management professional to lead agency-wide programs that safeguard assets, reduce costs, and ensure regulatory compliance. You will oversee insurance, medical compliance, disability programs, and claims management for the Risk Management Division.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least six years of related experience, with strong leadership, budgeting, and policy development skills to support DART’s objectives and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• Six (6) years progressively responsible experience in finance, risk management, or another related field, including liability claims management and workers compensation.
• Experience leading people and driving policy changes.
• Knowledge of regulations affecting agency risk management programs.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees risk management programs including insurance, medical compliance, disability, and claims.
• Analyzes operations and procurements to identify risks to employees and assets.
• Oversees disability and family leave program administration; coordinates with EEO on ADAAA and LTD.
• Determines funding levels and budgeting requirements for the Risk Management Division.
• Interviews and develops personnel in accordance with policy and EEO/AA goals.

Skills

Risk management

Insurance

Budgeting

Data analysis

Policy development

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Project coordination

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Job description

Professionals:

Pay Range:

$122,308.00 - $201,808.00

Country:

United States of America

Address:

1401 PACIFIC AVE

City:

DALLAS, TX 75202

FLSA:

Exempt

Professionals:

01 - Official Administrator (EEO-4-United States of America), 1A - Officials and Executives (EEO-SubCategory)

General Summary:

Develops, implements, and oversees agency-wide programs designed to protect assets, reduce costs, increase employee productivity, and maintain compliance with State and Federal regulations for Dallas Area Rapid Transit's (DART) Risk Management Division.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs and oversees the following areas: Operational and Construction Insurance Programs including Owners Controlled Insurance (OCIP) and Professional Liability programs, Medical Compliance, Substance Abuse, Liability Claims, and Integrated Disability Programs including Short & Long-Term Disability, Workers Compensation, Family Medical Leave, and third-party administrator management.
• Analyzes DART operations, capital projects, ongoing procurements, and proposed legal agreements to identify potential risks to Agency employees and assets.
• Ensures Medical Compliance related to physicals, drug testing, and special testing, making sure results are tracked, established goals are met, and program reports are filed on time.
• Monitors self-ensured liability claims to ensure proposed settlements meet Board-Approved settlement authority; obtains claims committee approvals as necessary.
• Oversees Short-Term Disability and Family Medical Leave program administration; makes sure purchased Long-Term Disability policies provide required coverage; coordinates with EEO regarding ADAAA and LTD.
• Determines appropriate strategies to reduce or eliminate risks based on Agency goals, DART policies, and industry best practices.
• Communicates to staff, insurance underwriters, consultants, governmental entities, the Board of Directors, and other entities regarding status of risk management programs.
• Determines funding levels and budgeting requirements for the Risk Management Division.
• Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, recommends termination of subordinate personnel in accordance with established policies, procedures, and guidelines to include Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative Action (EEO/AA) program goals and objectives.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures and evaluates them for effectiveness.
• Arranges for an annual actuarial analysis to ensure Agency is accurately accounting for long-term claims liabilities.
• Advises on and interprets proposed and existing laws and regulations affecting agency operations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Note: An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be substituted for the below stated minimums excluding High School Diploma, GED, Licenses, or Certifications.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Risk Management, Insurance, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• Six (6) years progressively responsible experience in finance, risk management, or another related field, including areas such as liability claims management, workers compensation, DOT/FTA-mandated substance abuse testing programs, and Texas commercial motor vehicle driver regulations.
• Experience leading people, including managing and directing a professional staff.
• Experience leading change, including developing and implementing new policies and procedures.
• Experience building coalitions with supervisors, peers, and subordinates; experience working with a board of directors preferred but not required.
• Risk and Insurance Management Society (RIMS) Fellow designation preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, local regulations, and tort law affecting the agencys Risk Management programs.
• Knowledge of budget development/analysis and operational cost factors.
• Pass a physical (medical) examination that includes a drug screen in order to operate DART non-revenue vehicles.
• Proficiency on PC and knowledgeable of risk management, data analysis, and basic office software applications, and/or the ability to quickly learn and become proficient in new software systems specific to DART and risk management.
• Analytical and creative skills to find solutions to complex interpersonal, technical, and administrative problems.
• Ability to be dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
• Ability to blend people into teams when needed. Creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team. Fosters open dialogue. Defines success in terms of the whole team. Creates a feeling of belonging in the team.
• Ability to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect.
• Ability to marshal resources to get things done; uses resources effectively and efficiently; can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal.
• Ability to use rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; can identify hidden problems.
• Ability to quickly develop technical understanding; is good at learning new industry, company, or technical knowledge.
• Ability to accurately scope out length and difficulty of tasks and projects. Sets objectives and goals. Breaks down work into the process steps. Develops schedules and task/people assignments. Anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks. Measures performance against goals. Evaluates results.
• Ability to read a situation quickly. Good at focused listening. Can effectively negotiate difficult agreements and settle disputes equitably. Can find common ground and get cooperation with minimum noise.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works in an environment where there is minimum exposure to dust, noise, or temperature. May be moderately exposed to unpleasant working conditions to include dust, noise, temperature, weather, petroleum products, and chemicals while visiting DART's operating facilities, assuming incumbent is observing all policies and procedures, safety precautions and regulations, and using all protective clothing and devices provided.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may perform other duties as assigned.

DART is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity in the workplace. M/F/D/V

Open until qualified applicants are identified.