Risk & Health Plan Manager

Gfoat; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat is seeking a seasoned Risk Management Director to plan, coordinate, and direct the City’s Risk Management Division. You will consult with City management, administer the Health Plan and Wellness Plan, and supervise staff while ensuring regulatory compliance and effective training programs.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Business Administration or related field with at least five years in risk management operations, plus a Texas driver’s license and NIMS certification within one year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field. Five years’ experience managing risk management operations.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) Certification required within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and coordinates long-term Risk Management Division operations including health plan, wellness plan, and benefits administration.
• Develops, implements, and reviews division goals, policies, and standards.
• Manages division budgets and forecasts funds for staffing, equipment, and training.
• Hires, supervises, and evaluates assigned personnel and ensures compliance with policies and regulations.
• Advises City management on risk management, benefits administration, and compliance with employment laws.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Risk management

Training development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

Plans, coordinates, manages, and directs the operations and activities of the City’s Risk Management Division; consults with City management personnel and employees regarding a variety of risk management matters; administers the City’s Health Plan, the City’s Wellness Plan and Health Clinic, employee benefits, risk management, safety, and/or other programs; oversees and facilitates employee training and development activities; conducts surveys/studies and provides related recommendations; and supervises assigned personnel.

Examples of Duties

• Oversees and coordinates long term Risk Management Division operations including the City’s health plan, the City’s Health Clinic and wellness plan, benefits administration, worker’s compensation, property/liability, insurance acquisition, training and development, safety, and risk management.
• Leads and/or participates in the development, implementation, administration, and review of the City’s Risk Management plans, policies, and procedures; establishes and implements division goals, objectives, priorities, and standards.
• Develops, administers, and monitors assigned division budgets; directs the forecasting of funds required for staffing, equipment, supplies, and training.
• Performs City-wide budget forecasting in relation to health and wellness costs, worker’s compensation costs, and property and liability costs.
• Hires, supervises, and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel; monitors and ensures staff compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Provides for the training and development of division staff; communicates and ensures employees are apprised of current developments in case law related to Risk Management or the City’s health plan.
• Advises and consults with City management personnel and employees regarding risk management and benefits administration.
• Interprets, applies, and ensures the City’s compliance with all employment laws and regulations pertaining to the City’s health plan, risk management, and workplace safety.
• Prepares and presents staff reports, studies, solutions, and/or courses of action to the Director of Administration.
• Researches, prepares, and recommends revisions and amendments to City ordinances and resolutions relating to risk management matters.
• Develops and administers the City’s employee benefits and compensation programs including but not limited to health, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Oversees surveys and studies related to the health and wellness plans and other benefits; analyzes statistical data and provides related recommendations to the Director of Administration and the City Manager’s Office.
• Plans, directs, and oversees the implementation of the City’s risk management and safety program; provides for the administration of all self-funded areas including liability, workers’ compensation, and group health and dental.
• Develops, oversees, and/or facilitates employee, supervisor, and management training activities.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of departmental records, reports, and documentation.
• Prepares for and responds to various City emergency situations and serves in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in a variety of assignments; ensures appropriate staff is trained and responds in accordance with the City’s Emergency Management Plan.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field, and five years’ experience managing risk management operations; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) Certification is required within one year of employment.