Risk & Health Plan Manager

$73,381.88 Annually

Longview, TX

Full-Time

2025-407

Administration

Risk Management

08/10/2026

• Oversees and coordinates long term Risk Management Division operations including the City’s health plan, the City’s Health Clinic and wellness plan, benefits administration, worker’s compensation, property/liability, insurance acquisition, training and development, safety, and risk management.
• Leads and/or participates in the development, implementation, administration, and review of the City’s Risk Management plans, policies, and procedures; establishes and implements division goals, objectives, priorities, and standards.
• Develops, administers, and monitors assigned division budgets; directs the forecasting of funds required for staffing, equipment, supplies, and training
• Performs City-wide budget forecasting in relation to health and wellness costs, worker’s compensation costs, and property and liability costs.
• Hires, supervises, and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel; monitors and ensures staff compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Provides for the training and development of division staff; communicates and ensures employees are apprised of current developments in case law related to Risk Management or the City’s health plan.
• Advises and consults with City management personnel and employees regarding risk management and benefits administration.
• Interprets, applies, and ensures the City’s compliance with all employment laws and regulations pertaining to the City’s health plan, risk management, and workplace safety.
• Prepares and presents staff reports, studies, solutions, and/or courses of action to the Director of Administration.
• Researches, prepares, and recommends revisions and amendments to City ordinances and resolutions relating to risk management matters.
• Develops and administers the City’s employee benefits and compensation programs including but not limited to health, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Oversees surveys and studies related to the health and wellness plans and other benefits; analyzes statistical data and provides related recommendations to the Director of Administration and the City Manager’s Office.
• Plans, directs, and oversees the implementation of the City’s risk management and safety program; provides for the administration of all self-funded areas including liability, workers’ compensation, and group health and dental.
• Develops, oversees, and/or facilitates employee, supervisor, and management training activities.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of departmental records, reports, and documentation.
• Prepares for and responds to various City emergency situations and serves in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in a variety of assignments; ensures appropriate staff is trained and responds in accordance with the City’s Emergency Management Plan.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) Certification is required within one year of employment.

• Work is performed in a standard office environment.
• Subject to sitting for extended periods of time, standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting of objects up to 10 pounds.