Risk Manager

THE CITY OF HARTFORD; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

Retirement options

Voluntary benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

The City of Hartford is seeking a Safety and Risk Division supervisor in the Finance Department to lead safety, risk management, and loss‑control programs across municipal departments. The role involves supervising staff, analyzing operations and contracts for insurance coverage, and advising on claims and risk reduction strategies.

Responsibilities include assisting in insurance procurement, preparing budget estimates for City insurance requirements, coordinating with insurers, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year college with major coursework in business administration or insurance.
• Three years of progressively responsible professional experience in the administration of comprehensive risk management and loss control programs.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• A copy of your license must be submitted with your application.
• If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination, drug and alcohol screening, and a background check.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate in safety, risk management, and loss control activities.
• Analyze municipal operations, contracts, and facilities for proper insurance coverage and hazard identification.
• Prepare budget estimates for City insurance requirements and Feasibility reports on improvements.
• Assist in insurance procurement, processing of liability claims, record keeping, and correspondence.
• Provide staff assistance to municipal officials on insurance requirements related to contracts, leases, and permits.

Skills

Risk management

Insurance contracts

Claims handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or insurance

Job description

Vacancy is in the Safety and Risk Division of the Finance Department. Under direction, supervises and participates in safety, risk management, and loss control program activities by providing technical staff assistance to municipal departments and employees. Analyzes municipal operations, contracts, and facilities to ensure proper insurance coverage, spot potential hazards, and implement loss-prevention programs. Assists in the annual survey of City owned structures to determine adequacy of insurance coverage and need for improvements. Supervises and participates in the administrative activities of the insurance section, such as handling applications for liability insurance, processing liability claims, record keeping and correspondence. Participates in the negotiation and purchase of fire, casualty, and surety insurances. Attends insurance company rating and contract change meetings, and recommends insurance changes or improvements. Prepares budget estimates for City insurance requirements; computes, analyzes and prepares feasibility reports on recommended improvements in various phases of the City insurance program. Provides staff assistance to municipal officials on insurance requirements as they relate to contracts, agreements, leases and permits; Determine loss adjustment on City property covered by insurance coverage and bonds. Participates in the negotiation and settlement of claims.

The above essential duties and responsibilities are not intended as a comprehensive list; they are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may be required to perform additional related duties.

This is a classified, non-union position. The hours of work for this position are 40 per week and the above salary includes 5% in lieu of overtime.

The examination will consist of rating your training and experience as contained on your application and may also include a written test, an oral test or both. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination is designed to measure:

Knowledge of:

• Techniques of risk management and risk prevention.
• Provisions of an insurance contract and insurance laws.
• Principles of accident and automobile insurance, and fidelity and surety bonds.
• Principles of workers’ compensation, property and liability insurance and claims life cycles.
• Connecticut and Federal Workers’ Compensation and Occupation Safety and Health Act (OSHA) statutes, regulation, and laws.
• Principles of rate-making, use of rate manuals, computation of premiums and classification of risks.

Ability to:

• Supervise staff, provide training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner.
• Interpret policy contracts, insurance provision and laws related to insurance, leases, contracts and agreements.
• Compile and evaluate insurance information and make recommendations for improving or changing the needs for the municipal insurance program.
• Use third-party software solutions to manage risk.
• Multi-task, plan, prioritize, work independently, and exercise good judgement in managing challenging and stressful situations.
• Ensure the confidentiality of sensitive employee information for past, current, and future employees.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and City employees.
• Express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an office environment with some travel to different sites. Incumbent may be required to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Work is performed primarily in a business office setting involving everyday risks and/or discomforts requiring normal safety precautions. However, site visitation and inspections may entail adverse weather conditions, heights, limited or confined workspaces, and exposure to potential hazards such as dust, asbestos, oils, and lead.

Open to all applicants who meet the following qualifications:

Graduation from a four‑year college with major coursework in business administration or insurance ANDthree (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in the administration of comprehensive risk management and loss control programs.

A COPY OF YOUR LICENSE MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. A DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.

Necessary Special Requirements:

Must possess a VALID driver’s license.

A COPY OF YOUR LICENSE MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening examination, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3‑12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.

• Benefits include: health and life insurance, retirement options, voluntary benefit programs, and paid leave

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES AND LEGAL NOTICES

• Hartford Residency Preferred: Preferably be a bona‑fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed City of Hartford Residency Affidavit including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
• Veteran's Preference Form: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form, along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
• American With Disabilities Act: The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
• An Affinne ... Employer: The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.