Risk Management Specialist (Human Resources)

Osceola County Sheriff's Office; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Osceola County Sheriff's Office seeks a Risk Management Specialist to manage Workers' Compensation, FMLA, ADA accommodations, and related risk programs. You will coordinate disability initiatives, return-to-work processes, and liaise with insurers, healthcare providers, and legal counsel to ensure compliance and mitigate organizational risk.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience, plus at least three years in risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in risk-related field or related experience.
• Minimum three years of progressively responsible risk management experience.
• Valid Florida driver’s license.
• Certifications in ARM, SHRM, PHR or related field preferred.
• Experience with Workers' Comp, FMLA, ADA, or workplace accommodations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer Workers' Compensation, FMLA, ADA accommodations, disability programs, return-to-work and fitness-for-duty processes.
• Collaborate with employees, supervisors, HR, insurance carriers, TPA, healthcare providers, legal counsel, and other departments to ensure regulatory compliance and risk reduction.
• Support safe and effective return-to-work programs and overall risk management initiatives.

Skills

Risk management

Workers' Compensation

FMLA

ADA accommodations

Leave administration

Regulatory compliance

Public sector experience

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Risk Management/HR/Public Admin/Occupational Safety

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 experiencein 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.