Risk Control Specialist

greatwestcareers; Minnesota; Remote; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Great West Casualty Company is seeking a Risk Control Specialist for Minnesota (Remote). You will evaluate carrier operations, identify risk exposures, and deliver practical safety improvements to insureds and prospects.

In this consultative role, you’ll build lasting relationships with motor carriers, agents, and internal teams while supporting underwriting decisions and loss-prevention initiatives across the territory.

Qualifications

• Experience in transportation safety or risk control related fields.
• Knowledge of FMCSA, FMCSR and OSHA safety standards.
• Ability to deliver training to adult learners.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site risk evaluations and assist with safety program development.
• Assess safety culture, regulatory compliance, and loss prevention initiatives.
• Prepare reports and communicate safety impact to leadership and insureds.
• Partner with agents and underwriting teams to inform decisions.

Skills

Transportation safety

Risk control

FMCSA regulations

OSHA standards

Adult training delivery

Presentation skills

Written & verbal comms

Influence & negotiation

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Travel coordination

Job description

Risk Control Specialist

Territory: Minnesota (Remote)

Help Shape Safer Roads and Stronger Transportation Businesses

Are you passionate about safety, risk management, and building strong business relationships? Do you enjoy partnering with customers to solve operational challenges and improve outcomes? If so, we invite you to join Great West Casualty Company as a Risk Control Specialist serving our Minnesota territory.

In this consultative role, you'll work directly with motor carriers, agents, and internal business partners to evaluate operations, identify risk exposures, and recommend practical solutions that improve safety performance. You'll have the opportunity to make a measurable impact by helping transportation companies strengthen their safety culture while supporting profitable growth for Great West.

What You'll Do

Partner with Transportation Companies

• Conduct pre-quote and on-site risk control evaluations for prospective and existing insureds.
• Assess safety culture, operational practices, regulatory compliance, and risk management effectiveness.
• Evaluate terminal operations, fleet safety programs, and loss prevention initiatives.
• Consult with leadership teams on opportunities to reduce accidents, injuries, and losses.
• Develop actionable recommendations that support long-term safety and operational success.

Deliver Risk Control Expertise

• Assist insureds in enhancing safety programs, driver engagement initiatives, and loss prevention strategies.
• Provide resources and guidance for safety meetings, training programs, and risk mitigation efforts.
• Influence positive change by effectively communicating the business impact of safety improvements.
• Support the development of incentive and recognition programs that reinforce safe behaviors.

Build and Strengthen Relationships

• Partner with agents and Underwriting teams to support new and existing business opportunities.
• Participate in joint visits with agents and insureds to demonstrate the value of Great West's consultative approach.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to motor carrier leadership and operational teams.
• Represent Great West at industry conferences, trucking association meetings, and customer events.

Support Underwriting and Business Decisions

• Prepare detailed written reports documenting observations, findings, and recommendations.
• Provide timely information and insights that support underwriting decisions.
• Identify emerging risks and communicate concerns to appropriate internal stakeholders.
• Maintain current knowledge of transportation industry regulations and evolving safety practices.

What We're Looking For

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in transportation safety, risk control, fleet operations, loss prevention, insurance, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of motor carrier operations and transportation industry best practices.
• Understanding of FMCSA regulations, FMCSR requirements, OSHA standards, and safety compliance programs.
• Experience developing or delivering training programs to adult learners.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills with the ability to engage audiences of all sizes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to influence, negotiate, and build credibility with business leaders and customers.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and technology tools.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Ability and willingness to travel 50% or more throughout the assigned territory.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings or Saturdays as business needs require.

Why Join Great West?

At Great West Casualty Company, we're committed to helping our insureds succeed through expertise, partnership, and exceptional service. As a Risk Control Specialist, you'll enjoy the autonomy of a remote role while collaborating with a team that values innovation, relationship-building, and professional development.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Make a direct impact on transportation safety.
• Build meaningful relationships with industry leaders and agency partners.
• Work independently while being supported by a collaborative team.
• Grow your expertise within a respected leader in the trucking insurance industry.
• Contribute to the success of both our insureds and our organization.

If you're a relationship-focused professional who enjoys consulting, influencing positive change, and helping businesses operate more safely, we'd love to hear from you.