Risk Management Specialist

Osceola; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Risk Management Specialist at Osceola County Sheriff’s Office coordinates and administers Workers’ Compensation, FMLA, ADA accommodation programs, disability initiatives, return-to-work, and fitness-for-duty processes to support a safe, compliant workplace and effective risk management across departments.

Collaborating with employees, supervisors, HR, insurance carriers, third-party administrators, healthcare providers, legal counsel, and other agency teams, this role aims to promote

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, HR, Business or related field.
• Minimum of three years in risk management, workers’ comp, or HR.
• Florida driver's license required.
• Arm, SHRM, PHR or related certifications preferred.
• Experience with workers’ compensation, FMLA, ADA and workplace accommodations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer Workers’ Compensation, FMLA and ADA processes.
• Manage disability programs, return-to-work and fitness-for-duty processes.
• Oversee liability and insurance matters and loss control.
• Collaborate with HR, carriers, legal counsel, healthcare providers and regulatory agencies.
• Perform other risk-related duties as necessary.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Risk Management or related field

Job description

The Risk Management Specialist performs specialized administrative and compliance functions related to the Agency’s risk management programs. The position is responsible for coordinating and administering Workers’ Compensation, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation processes, disability programs, return-to-work and fitness-for-duty processes, liability and insurance matters, loss control, and other risk-related functions. The position works collaboratively with employees, supervisors, Human Resources personnel, insurance carriers, third-party administrators, healthcare providers, legal counsel, and other Agency departments to promote regulatory compliance, reduce organizational risk, and support the safe and effective return of employees to the workplace. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Risk Management, Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Occupational Safety, or a related field or an equivalent combination of relevant education and professional experience.
• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in risk management, Workers’ Compensation, employee leave administration, insurance, Human Resources, occupational safety, claims administration, or a closely related field.
• Must have a valid Florida driver’s license.
• ARM, SHRM, PHR, Workers’ Compensation, safety, or other related professional certification is preferred.
• Experience administering Workers’ Compensation, FMLA, ADA and/or workplace accommodation processes is strongly preferred.
• Experience in a governmental, public-safety, or law-enforcement environment is preferred.
• Experience working with insurance carriers, third-party administrators, legal counsel, healthcare providers, or regulatory agencies is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills &Abilities:

• Must have good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Must possess strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Must demonstrate the ability to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Must be able to work independently while recognizing when matters require management or legal review.
• Must have the willingness and ability to effectively speak in front of large groups of employees and high-ranking agency members.

Health, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance for the member paid by the Sheriff’s Office to and subsidy given to help with family coverage.

OSCEOLA COUNTY SUPPORTS THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990. APPLICANTS WITH A DISABILITY MAY REQUEST REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS THROUGHOUT THE JOB APPLICATION PROCESS BY CALLING 407-344-5240. REQUESTS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO THE JOB APPLICATION PROCESS MUST BE MADE FIVE(5) DAYS IN ADVANCE.

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