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Risk Management Director

City of Lincoln/Lancaster County
Lincoln, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2026

Lancaster County is seeking a passionate and collaborative Risk Management Director to help protect our employees, assets, and community. This role plays a key part in creating a safe workplace, supporting employees through injuries and claims, and guiding the County’s insurance and risk strategies.

What You’ll Do
  • Lead the County’s Risk Management Department and oversee workers’ compensation, insurance, liability, and safety programs.

  • Manage workers’ compensation claims, including investigations, benefit determinations, reserves, and payments.

  • Supervise the Risk Management Specialist and collaborate with employees, medical providers, attorneys, and insurance partners.

  • Evaluate risk exposures and secure appropriate insurance coverage in coordination with actuaries and brokers.

  • Prepare and manage budgets related to workers’ compensation, liability, and self-insurance.

  • Oversee auto and property claims, long-term disability, and CMS reporting.

  • Coordinate safety training, injury prevention, and employee wellness initiatives.

What We Offer
  • Paid Time Off: 80 hours of vacation annually plus 104 hours of sick leave

  • Holidays: 11 paid holidays and 3 personal days each year

  • Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts

  • Retirement: 401(a) plan with up to an 8% County match

  • Post-Employment Health: County contributions to a PEHP account after six months

  • Parental Leave: Up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement


What We’re Looking For
  • Strong knowledge of workers’ compensation and insurance principles.

  • Experience with claims management, risk analysis, and budgeting.

  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

  • Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, insurance, or a related field; or

  • An equivalent combination of education and experience.


Apply today to be a part of Lancaster County!

Salary : $54

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