Principal Risk Control Analyst

San Bernardino County; San Bernardino (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework potential

Job summary

San Bernardino County seeks a Principal Risk Control Analyst to provide countywide expert guidance on occupational safety, risk management, environmental and regulatory compliance. Under supervision, you will lead complex programs, develop training, and advise departments to reduce risk.

You will investigate incidents, draft best practices, and collaborate with HR, County Counsel, and other units to improve safety and regulatory outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and professional certifications in safety or risk management.
• Experience leading complex occupational safety, environmental or regulatory risk management programs.
• Ability to administer loss prevention and risk control initiatives for regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex safety and risk management initiatives and develop guidance documents.
• Research regulatory issues, prepare training, and deliver program assessments.
• Collaborate with HR, County Counsel, Workers' Compensation, and other departments on risk matters.
• Conduct incident investigations and represent the department at meetings and professional groups.

Skills

Occupational safety

Risk management

Environmental compliance

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigations

Training

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

BCSP

ABIH

Professional certifications in occupational safety

Job description

The Department of Risk Management is recruiting for a Principal Risk Control Analyst who, under general supervision, provides Countywide subject matter expertise, technical leadership, and consultative guidance regarding occupational safety and health, risk management, environmental compliance, and regulatory compliance. The incumbent assists the County's Risk Control Officer in developing, implementing, evaluating, and improving Countywide programs that reduce risk, promote employee and public safety, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve operational effectiveness.

The incumbent will lead complex safety, risk management, environmental compliance, regulatory compliance, and other technical initiatives; develop guidance documents, best practices, technical recommendations, and training programs; research complex regulatory issues; represent the Department and County at meetings, working groups, regulatory meetings, and professional organizations; develop and deliver training; conduct incident investigations and program assessments; and collaborate with Human Resources, County Counsel, Workers' Compensation, Liability, and County departments regarding claims, regulatory compliance, and risk management matters.

For more detailed information, refer to the Principal Risk Control Analyst job description.

This excellent opportunity for career growth also offers a lucrative benefits package!

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the General (Teamsters) Compensation Plan.

A hybrid telework schedule may be offered upon satisfactory work performance. The department may also offer a 9/80 schedule, where incumbents enjoy a nine-day biweekly schedule.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must successfully pass a background check, including fingerprinting, verification of employment history, and physical exam/drug test.

Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement is available at current IRS rates. A clean driving record and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Applicants must meet one (1) of the following options:

• Option 1

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• -AND-
• Experience: Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience within the past five (5) years, where the primary duties included one (1) or more of the following: leading complex occupational safety, environmental compliance, or regulatory compliance risk management programs and/or senior-level technical projects. Duties must include administering components of an organization's loss prevention, regulatory compliance, occupational health, safety and illness/injury prevention program and risk control/assessment, identifying and assessing risk exposures, and implementing and evaluating recommended mitigation methods.

• Option 2

• Education: Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter units) of completed college coursework from an accredited institution. Transcripts must be attached to the application.
• -AND-
• Experience: Four (4) years of full-time equivalent experience within the past five (5) years, where the primary duties included one (1) or more of the following: leading complex occupational safety, environmental compliance, or regulatory compliance risk management programs, and/or senior-level technical projects. Duties must include administering components of an organization's loss prevention, regulatory compliance, occupational health, safety and illness/injury prevention program and risk control/assessment, as well as identifying and assessing risk exposures and implementing and evaluating recommended mitigation methods.

NOTES

Education: Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.

Experience: General loss prevention experience (e.g., retail operational loss prevention or security) is not considered qualifying experience. Loss prevention is defined as preventing and/or minimizing losses specifically associated with workplace accidents, injuries, illnesses, and similar occupational hazards. It does not refer to preventing financial losses due to theft, shrinkage, or operational inefficiencies in retail settings. Qualifying experience must be specific to the identification, assessment, implementation, and evaluation of occupational health, safety, and illness/injury prevention.

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Risk Management, Business, or a related field
• Professional certifications related to occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or risk management
• Designations from one of the following: Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) or American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH)
• Extensive professional-level occupational health and safety experience serving in an advisory role in a governmental or multi-line and/or multi-industrial setting
• Experience in developing and utilizing information technology solutions and analytical tools for risk management issues
• Experience interpreting and applying federal and state regulatory requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the application and the supplemental questionnaire. Candidates are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Do not refer to a resume; it will not be reviewed.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

5:00PM, Friday, September 4, 2026.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance, please review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at [phone]. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Please review the Veteran's Preference Policy for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.

For more information, review the County Employment Process.