Risk Control Consultant-North Carolina

Sentry Insurance; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home Office

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

Pet Insurance

Caregiver Leave

401(k) Company Match

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Sentry Insurance is seeking a Risk Control Consultant to deliver safety and risk management services across a multi-state territory, with strong emphasis on consulting, reporting, and client collaboration. The role supports underwriting with analytical risk opinions and develops safety programs for diverse accounts.

The position offers home-office flexibility, substantial travel (50%), and opportunities to pursue CSP and other certifications while contributing to a leading mutual insurer’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety or equivalent experience.
• OSHA, ANSI, NFPA knowledge and DOT regulations.
• 1–5 years of insurance safety consulting or related experience.
• Willing to travel up to 50% including overnight stays.
• Strong ability to work from home with excellent organization.
• Pursue CSP or other safety designations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct onsite facility evaluations to identify exposures and control measures.
• Assess fire protection and safety systems for compliance with occupancy and hazards.
• Prepare detailed risk reports for Property, General Liability, Auto, Workers' Comp.
• Assist clients with safety policy development and program implementation.
• Provide advanced risk management and consultative services to accounts.
• Perform job-site inspections and OSHA 10-hour seminars for construction lines.
• Maintain expertise in property, general liability, product liability, fleet, and employee safety.
• Develop safety seminars and training programs for accounts.

Skills

Safety consulting

Risk assessment

Client relations

Report writing

Public seminars

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety-related field

Tools

Building valuation systems

Diagramming software

Report software

Job description

Plans and delivers safety/risk management services to insured customers and internal associates.

We are currently seeking a risk control professional that is technically proficient, self-motivated and results driven to fill an open position within our East 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 variety of middle to large premium market segment 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 metro-Charlotte, NC area with good access to major travel routes across the territory-encompassing travel within the state of North Carolina and Virginia. 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.

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

The pay range for a Risk Control Consultant I is $68,100-$102,100 annually.

The pay range for a Risk Control Consultant II is $82,400-$123,600 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 development and implementation of safety polices, 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

• Bachelors degree within Safety is preferred or equivalent work experience
• 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 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 professionals Safety designations including CSP and/or other designations

Here is what you can look forward to as part of our team:

At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. We're committed to supporting the whole you, which is why we offer a comprehensive package designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

• Home Office:Enjoy the best of both worlds. With a home office set up and time in the field, with regular travel in your company car. We provide the technology and tools you need to be more efficient and effective in the field including a laptop and cell phone reimbursement.
• Continuous Learning:Unlock your potential through Sentry University and take advantage of our tuition reimbursement program.
• Comprehensive Benefits:We support your whole self with group medical, dental, and vision insurance along with parental leave, pet insurance, caregiver leave, and wellness resources. Options for HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA are available.
• Work-Life Balance:Enjoy your generous Paid Time Off allowance to rest and take advantage of paid Volunteer Time Off to support your community.
• Investing in Your Future:We're committed to your long-term financial well-being. We offer a 100% company match on the first 8% you contribute to your 401(k) each pay period, and those funds vest immediately.
• Giving Back:Through the Sentry Foundation, we're proud to support the United Way and make a difference in our communities.

Why Join Sentry?

At Sentry, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We're proud to be recognized for the culture we've built, earning spots on Forbes' lists for America's Best Midsize Employers and Best Employers for New Grads, as well as Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Women and Diversity. These honors reflect our commitment to your professional satisfaction and growth.

Building on a Legacy

Our future is bright, but it's anchored in a long history of stability. Since our founding in 1904, we've dedicated ourselves to helping businesses protect their futures. That trust has made us one of the largest and most financially stable mutual insurance companies in the U.S. We're proud to have maintained an A+ rating from A.M. Best, the industry's leading authority, for over 30 years.

Your Career, Our Community

Whether you're working at our headquarters in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, or one of our many offices across the country, you'll find a challenging and rewarding environment. Explore theOur Teamstab on our Career Page to see the diverse career paths we offer, with a focus on ongoing development and professional growth.

Casey Van Der Geest

Talent Acquisition Specialist

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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.