Loss Control Specialist

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading insurance company as a Loss Control Specialist, where you'll provide consultative support to policyholders in reducing workplace accidents. This role involves site visits, risk evaluations, and training. Enjoy financial stability, work-from-home flexibility, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Work-from-home flexibility

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive benefits

Company car and gas card

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years providing loss control or occupational safety services.
• Certifications such as ASP, GSP, or OHST are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultative support to reduce workplace accidents.
• Conduct site visits and prepare follow-up reports.
• Develop and deliver presentations to clients.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Occupational Safety and Health

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies (BHHC) is a group of six insurance companies that are part of the Berkshire Hathaway Group. Our Workers Compensation Division provides premier workers compensation insurance coverage to employers across the country. BHHC has earned an A++ A.M. Best rating for the last 10 consecutive years and has experienced significant growth. Join us!

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• The Loss Control Specialist will provide consultative support to current and prospective policyholders in an assigned territory to help reduce workplace accidents or losses. Responsibilities include visiting worksites, evaluating risks, writing reports, providing onsite training, and offering improvement recommendations.
• Are you passionate about workplace safety and eager to join a successful team at a financial institution with on-the-job training? BHHC seeks a Loss Control Specialist knowledgeable in occupational operations, employee hazard exposures, and compliance with applicable codes and regulations. The territory for this role includes Niagara, Syracuse, Buffalo, Scranton, Western Pennsylvania, possibly Pittsburgh, Northern NJ/NYC.
• Manage an assigned book of business within your territory by conducting site visits, evaluating risks, and preparing follow-up reports.
• Monitor loss activity and develop strategies for loss reduction.
• Assist policyholders in identifying safety objectives and provide consulting and training to meet loss control goals.
• Serve as a resource for underwriters, brokers, and insureds regarding safety, loss control, and regulations, including conducting training sessions.
• Develop and deliver presentations to clients, underwriters, colleagues, brokers, and vendors.
• Review underwriting requests for loss control services and coordinate work assignments.
• Perform special projects and assignments as needed.

HOW YOU'D FIT IN

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution is required; a degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Health & Sciences, or related fields is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years providing loss control or occupational safety services, preferably with a worker’s compensation insurance carrier.
• Valid Driver's License and ability to travel with overnight stays are required.
• Certifications such as ASP, GSP, or OHST are preferred.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Knowledge of industrial operations, occupational hazards, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn proprietary software.
• Strong analytical, report-writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work efficiently, ensuring quality and productivity.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Dependability, organizational support, leadership qualities, problem-solving, and reasoning skills are essential.

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

• Financial stability and growth opportunities.
• Work-from-home flexibility.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, and more.
• Company car and gas card.
• Tuition reimbursement and employee discounts.