Deputy Director, Risk Management

Palm Beach County is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as Deputy Director of Risk Management.

This high-level position assists the Director in overseeing all departmental operations and plays a critical role in the development, administration, and continuous improvement of the County's comprehensive risk management programs.

The Deputy Director provides leadership and operational oversight for key functional areas, including employee group insurance, workers' compensation, occupational health, employee safety, employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, loss control, and property and liability risk management. This position exercises significant independent judgment in establishing departmental policies, procedures, goals, and operational priorities.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong administrative and organizational leadership, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with County leadership, Department Directors, staff, external partners, and stakeholders. The Deputy Director will also support strategic initiatives, special projects, and Department-wide operational improvements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the Director in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating all Risk Management operations and programs.
• Provides leadership and guidance to management and staff across multiple Divisions.
• Maintains effective communication and coordination with Division Directors to ensure operational efficiency, accountability, and high-quality service delivery.
• Participates as a subject matter expert in meetings and initiatives involving County-wide risk management, insurance, safety, and compliance matters.
• Supports contract administration, procurement activities, and vendor coordination related to departmental operations and insurance programs.
• Ensures departmental compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and insurance requirements.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement, operational effectiveness, and enhanced employee engagement.
• Assists in the development and implementation of departmental goals, policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives.

ABOUT THE RISK MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT

Palm Beach County's Risk Management Department coordinates programs and services related to employee benefits, risk identification, analysis, prevention, and control throughout County operations. This includes the management of a comprehensive self-funded program with excess insurance across four (4) separate Divisions:

• Group Insurance, EAP & Wellbeing
• Safety & Casualty
• Workers' Compensation & Occupational Health
• Administration & Finance

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires qualified applicants to possess one of the following:

Master's Degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Business/Public Administration, or related field and a minimum of four (4) years of experience in risk management, including employee benefits, workers' compensation, loss control and general insurance, which includes three (3) years of responsible management or supervisory experience,

OR

Bachelor's Degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Business/Public Administration, or related field and a minimum of six (6) years of experience in risk management, including employee benefits, workers' compensation, loss control and general insurance, which includes three (3) years of responsible management or supervisory experience,

OR

Unrelated Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in risk management, including employee benefits, workers' compensation, loss control and general insurance, which includes three (3) years of responsible management or supervisory experience,

OR

Associate's Degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Business/Public Administration, or related field and a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in risk management, including employee benefits, workers' compensation, loss control and general insurance, which includes three (3) years of responsible management or supervisory experience,

OR

High school diploma or equivalent recognized certification and a minimum of 10 years of experience in risk management, including employee benefits, workers' compensation, loss control and general insurance, which includes three (3) years of responsible management or supervisory experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred qualifications include:

• Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation,
• Certified Risk Manager (CRM) designation, and
• Experience working within a local government or public-sector environment.

BENEFITS

• Palm Beach County offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and financial security of our employees:
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability Insurance
• Generous leave benefits: Vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays annually
• Florida Retirement System (FRS): Choice of Pension Plan or Investment Plan
• 457(b) deferred compensation program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Eligible public service employment may qualify you for federal student loan forgiveness
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Additional benefits and employee perks

Valid Florida Driver's License and PBC Risk Management Department driving history approval prior to appointment.

THIS IS AN AT-WILL POSITION.