Risk Control Consultant

Sentry; Portland (OR); Remote; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Risk Control Consultant to join their team. This role involves conducting comprehensive safety assessments, providing analytical opinions on risk, and developing strong relationships with agents and policyholders. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Safety or a related field and have experience in insurance safety consulting. You will enjoy a flexible work environment with regular travel in the Pacific Northwest, making a significant impact on safety and risk management practices. Join a company that values professional development and offers a supportive culture for its associates.

Benefits

Generous Paid-Time Off

Company vehicle with gas card

401(K) plan with match

Group Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance

Extensive Work-Life Resources

Gift matching program

Education and career development through Sentry University

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Safety preferred; 1-5 years in insurance safety consulting.
• Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, and DOT regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct onsite evaluations to assess operational exposures and safety.
• Provide advanced risk management services and conduct safety seminars.

Skills

Safety Consulting

Risk Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Safety

Emphasis in Occupational Safety & Health

Engineering or Physical Sciences

Tools

OSHA Standards

ANSI Standards

NFPA Standards

DOT Regulations

Building Valuation Systems

Job description

Sentry Insurance, a Mutual Company, is excited to share this Risk Control Consultant opportunity. Our dedication to customer service is embodied by our best associates. At Sentry, our associates take care of our customers with a passion for service and delivering business results.

We are currently seeking a risk control professional that is technically proficient, self-motivated, and results-driven to fill an open position within our West Shared Services division. You must be able to conduct comprehensive safety and risk management assessments, provide our Underwriting teams with a strong analytical opinion of risk to support our goal of profitable growth within a variety of middle to large premium market segments for Dealerships, Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale Trade, Retail, Commercial Real Estate, and Service industries. In addition, the successful candidate will develop close relationships with our agents and policyholders, conducting selected safety seminars and training to build the value-added service that Sentry is known for.

The ideal candidate's preferred location would be in or around the Seattle, WA, or Portland, OR area. We will consider exceptional candidates from neighboring states within the service territory. We are searching for an individual who is passionate about consulting on safety and risk management practices, can work from home, and has excellent organizational skills to effectively manage their territory (encompassing regular travel within Washington and Oregon).

Based on qualifications and experience, this position can be filled as a Risk Control Consultant I, II, or a Risk Control Consultant Sr.

The pay range for a Risk Control Consultant I in the state of Washington is $73,370-$100,870 annually.

The pay range for a Risk Control Consultant I in the state of Oregon is $70,035-$96,285 annually.

The pay range for a Risk Control Consultant II in the state of Washington is $88,880-$122,210 annually.

The pay range for a Risk Control Consultant II in the state of Oregon is $84,840-$116,655 annually.

The pay range for a Risk Control Consultant Sr in the state of Washington is $107,580-$147,950 annually.

The pay range for a Risk Control Consultant Sr in the state of Oregon is $102,690-$141,225 annually.

What You’ll Do

The following are some of the responsibilities of the Risk Control Consultant position:

• Conduct onsite facility evaluations to determine if operational exposures are being adequately controlled to prevent building losses. Determine scope and schedule of preventative maintenance programs on key mechanical equipment within the facility (electrical systems, HVAC, machinery in use, and roof condition).
• Assist in determining if facility protections (fire suppression systems, alarm systems, etc.) are acceptable for the building occupancy, exposures, and special hazards.
• Complete detailed reports for each covered line of business – Property, General Liability, Auto, & Workers Compensation, etc. – to assist our underwriting groups with account acceptability and insurability.
• Assist customers with the development and implementation of safety policies, programs, and procedures specific to each account & loss exposure.
• Provide advanced risk management and consultative services to assigned clients.
• Conduct Job-site safety inspections and OSHA 10-hour seminars for our Regional construction line of business.
• Maintain and demonstrate safety management and expertise in areas such as commercial property protection, general liability, product liability, fleet safety, and employee safety.
• Develop, coordinate, and conduct safety/risk management seminars and training programs for accounts to promote awareness and reduce claim frequency and severity.
• Develop and execute service proposals and plans to qualified accounts.

What it Takes

• Four-year degree within Safety is preferred
• Emphasis in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or Physical Sciences preferred
• 1-5 years of insurance safety consulting or safety work in a private industry (construction and manufacturing)
• High level of independence, organization, and self-motivation to work from home
• Experience in coordinating and servicing large or multi-location accounts preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, NFPA Standards, and DOT regulations
• High level of verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to learn the use of specialized building valuation systems, diagramming, and report software
• Acceptable motor vehicle record for travel (50%) including overnight travel in some cases
• Desire to pursue professional Safety designations including CSP and/or other designations

What You’ll Receive

At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you’ll receive.

• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office.
• Company vehicle with gas card
• 401(K) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
• Extensive Work-Life Resources to lend a helping hand.
• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.
• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU).

About Sentry

We take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction.

Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we’re one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We’re rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority.

Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth.

Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!

Casey Van Der Geest

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.