Risk Manager

Veterans' Preference Applies 

The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services
 

The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.
 

This is highly responsible, professional administrative work managing, planning, implementing and evaluating the activities of the Risk Management division of a major City Department. Work involves responsibility for planning, assigning and coordinating risk management programs, to include Worker’s Compensation, employee safety, Occupational Health, general loss control, and property and liability exposures. Work is performed with significant discretion and initiative in carrying out departmental objectives efficiently and effectively under the general direction of the Department Director.
 

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
 

• Supervises the coordination of daily work activities of subordinates; organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; evaluates, counsels and consults with assigned staff, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise.
• Supervises through subordinates the planning, scheduling, and coordination of department activities; researches, revises and develops policies, procedures and priorities to meet established goals and ensure legislative compliance.
• Provides technical guidance, coaching, consultation, information, and assistance to City Manager, department directors, supervisors, and employees regarding risk management policies, practices, procedures, and programs.
•  Prepares and monitors the budget for the Risk Management Division.
• Manages liability, property damage, and Worker’s Compensation programs; identifies and evaluates loss, evaluates claims, facilitates claims administration; supervises staff involved in evaluation of incident reports, determines loss control methods for exposures, determines extent of liability, internal and external claims processing; prepares related documentation.
• Manages and evaluates loss control and safety programs; supervises training and safety initiatives; interprets loss data and prepares reports for control and analysis; recommends corrective action and maintains state required forms and records.
• Represents the  Risk Management Division, the City Department, and the City, as needed, at conferences and professional meetings. 
• Fosters positive employee relations and employee morale on a City-wide basis.

 

Thorough knowledge of current and relevant property and casualty insurance terms and conditions used in related policies, and claims administration. Thorough knowledge of the funding process in a municipal environment as related to budgeting, cost accounting, financial planning and management. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form. Ability to handle complex problems encountered using knowledge acquired through training and experience. Ability to carry out complex assignments independently and make decisions based on established law, policies, and procedures. Ability to be proactive in matters relating to risk management. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department officials, outside agencies, employees, and the general public.

The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization's mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer's specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.

A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

 

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
 
SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.