RISK MANAGER

Sacbar; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Huntington Beach is seeking a Risk Manager in the Human Resources Department. The role leads citywide risk management programs, liaises with executive leadership, departments, insurers, brokers and external agencies, and oversees liability claims, workers’ compensation, and loss prevention initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have five years in risk management, strong policy development and training experience, and hold an ARM designation plus a California driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration or related field.
• Five years of professional-level risk management experience, including at least one year of supervisory responsibility.
• Valid California Class C driver's license and ARM designation.

Responsibilities

• Manage citywide risk management programs and liability insurance; oversee claims administration.
• Oversee workers’ compensation, loss prevention, and employee safety initiatives.
• Develop policies and provide training and guidance to diverse stakeholders.

Skills

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Policy development

Training and guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or public administration

Master's degree desirable

Job description

Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a continuous basis. This recruitment may close at any time after that date, once a sufficiently strong candidate pool has been established.

Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the right person to serve as Risk Manager in our Human Resources Department.

The ideal candidate is a confident communicator and relationship builder who can work effectively with executive leadership, department directors, employees, legal counsel, insurers, brokers, and external agencies. They will have experience managing complex claims and insurance programs, interpreting laws and regulations, developing policies and procedures, and delivering training and guidance to diverse stakeholders.

Human Resources Department

Human Resources provides exceptional internal and external customer service in support of the City’s Mission Statement and Core Values. Human Resources supports City departments and employees in all aspects of talent management and development, including recruitment, selection, training, and professional development. Human Resources oversees a variety of operational functions, including employee relations, health and retirement benefits administration, risk management, disability leave and return-to-work management, and classification and compensation.

The Risk Management Division is responsible for managing the City’s risk-related programs. Risk Management develops, administers, and coordinates citywide liability insurance and risk management programs, including workers’ compensation, liability claims administration, loss prevention, and employee safety. These comprehensive services are provided in compliance with mandated Federal and State labor and employment laws, the City of Huntington Beach Charter, Municipal Code, Personnel Rules & Regulations, and the collectively-bargained Memoranda of Understanding.

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business, public administration or other related field. Master's degree desirable.

Experience

Five (5) years' professional-level experience in the management of a comprehensive risk management program, including a minimum of one (1) year of managerial experience supervising professional, technical and support staff.

Licenses/Certifications

Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

Valid Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation.