Strategic Risk Manager — Workers' Comp & Claims

Public Risk Management Association; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Risk Management Association is seeking a Risk Manager in the Human Resources Department to oversee the workers' compensation and return-to-work programs for the City, covering over 9,000 lives, including first responders.

The role involves managing claims from inception to resolution, coordinating with third-party administrators, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Close collaboration with city leadership and legal teams is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees workers' compensation program operations, including third-party administrator coordination and settlement strategies.
• Manages claims from inception to resolution and coordinates return-to-work and loss reporting.
• Attends Benefit Review Conferences and contested hearings with the city’s legal team as appropriate.
• Develops training and communications for employees and management on workers' compensation programs.
• Gathers, analyzes and reports complex claims data; maintains databases and regulatory reporting.
• Manages vendor contracts and contributes to the city's risk fund and cross-team risk strategy.

Job description

Public Risk Management Association is seeking a Risk Manager in the Human Resources Department to oversee the workers' compensation and return-to-work programs for the City, covering over 9,000 lives, including first responders.

The role involves managing claims from inception to resolution, coordinating with third-party administrators, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Close collaboration with city leadership and legal teams is required.