Position Description

The Risk Manager oversees a team that is responsible for Anoka County's comprehensive Risk Management program including self-insured workers' compensation, general liability, claims, coordinate safety/loss control program, insurance broker relationship, placement of insurance policies, guidance on appropriate insurance limits, and all other insurance, employee benefit, matters for the County.

This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of June 3rd, 2024 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: $80,516 to $96,616 ($38.71 to $46.45 per hour).
• 2024 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 36. $80,516 to $112,715 ($38.71 to $54.19 per hour).
• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits.
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position will work at Anoka County Government Center located at 2100 3rd Avenue, Anoka MN 55303
• This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work, with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
• Expected work hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• This position is required to respond to emergencies, both in and outside of expected work hours, that may result in a claim.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Risk Manager:

• Manage the County's workers' compensation, general liability, auto, property and other insurance claims programs. Assist with dispute resolution and complex claims.
• Develop and implement a strategic risk management plan for the County.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive loss prevention program to reduce or eliminate the risk to human and financial assets.
• Supervise and coordinate all claims activities including subrogation and the return-to-work program.
• Present Risk Management matters to internal and external groups as needed.
• Serve as liaison with outside counsel and County Attorney's Office on insurance matters.
• Manage consultant/broker/insurance company relationships.
• Manage appropriate insurance levels, terms, and condition.
• Direct and coordinate the administration of Risk Management systems consisting of software support to all Risk Management functions.
• Develop strong credible partnerships/working relationships with County departments and provide guidance to and consult with department heads and supervisors relating to Risk Management matters.
• Provide ongoing evaluation of Risk Management programs and strategies to determine strategic alignment with business goals.
• Identify and implement best practices in all aspects of Risk Management.
• Participate in emergency management activities as the County's Risk Management representative.
• Respond to emergency situations that may result in a claim.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of Risk Management job-related experience.
• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Four-year college degree in Risk Management, Claims and Property Insurance, Industrial Safety Business Administration, Finance, Public or related field.
• Associate in Risk Management (ARM), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designations.
• Previous leadership experience.
• Ability to analyze, develop and interpret rules, regulations, policies and practices.
• Knowledge of public sector insurance law including, but not limited to, liability and workers' compensation.
• Knowledge of best practice workers' compensation and liability claims investigation, management, and resolution.
• Strong leadership, team building, interpersonal, and management skill and experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a political environment and establish effective working relationships.
• Ability to work closely with other departments.
• Ability to lead change and implement improvements and enhancements.
• Ability to develop strategic long-range plans and programs and the ability to look forward to proactively accomplish goals and objectives through planning, process improvement, and innovation.
• Demonstrated ability to develop a strong, cohesive team and to develop employees.
• Ability to effectively react to situations that require immediate attention and tactical or strategic response.
• Ability to understand complex documents and situations and to provide analysis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Minnesota public sector workers' compensation law.
• Demonstrated knowledge of public sector insurance law.
• Demonstrated knowledge of public immunity laws.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Standard office environment
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades, and brightness
• Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds
• Assignments are sedentary, occasionally alternating between sitting, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling as required to perform job responsibilities. Frequent wrist and finger manipulation to complete computer work
• Occasional lifting of 20-50 lbs
• Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment
• Occasional travel to other county work sites as needed. Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle
• Occasional response to emergency situations during business hours, nights, and weekends
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Selection Process

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.

Pre-employment Requirements

Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences who can come together for the single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here.

Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment

Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.

If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: http://www.anokacountymn.gov/er-faq

Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: https://www.anokacounty.us/401/Diversity-EEO