Senior Risk Manager, Public Sector & Safety Programs

City of Melbourne, FL; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Melbourne, FL seeks a qualified Risk Manager to oversee the City's risk management, safety programs and insurance contracts. The role directs the Risk Management Division, partners with departments, and ensures compliance with laws and policies.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing claims and budgets, conducting risk assessments, coordinating training, and leading the Safety Committee. Public sector experience preferred; ARM-P/ CDL may be desired.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in risk management; public sector experience preferred.
• Experience with workers’ compensation, liability, and property loss programs.
• Ability to analyze risk exposure and prepare loss control strategies.

Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises the activities of the Risk Management Division, including liability, property, inland marine, workers’ compensation, and employee benefits contracts.
• Monitors claims trends, approves payments from reserves, and advises on retention or transfer of risk.
• Projects funding requirements and maintains records related to insurance coverages and renewals.
• Oversees safety programs, site inspections, trainings, and coordination with the City Attorney and carriers.

Skills

Risk management

Leadership

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Risk Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of Melbourne, FL seeks a qualified Risk Manager to oversee the City's risk management, safety programs and insurance contracts. The role directs the Risk Management Division, partners with departments, and ensures compliance with laws and policies.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing claims and budgets, conducting risk assessments, coordinating training, and leading the Safety Committee. Public sector experience preferred; ARM-P/ CDL may be desired.