Risk Manager

Scott County is seeking an experienced Risk Manager to manage and coordinate a countywide risk management program supporting a diverse range of public services and operations. This position serves as the County's primary resource for risk management matters and is responsible for managing workers' compensation and liability claims, safety and compliance programs, insurance-related matters, contract review support, drug and alcohol testing programs, and risk mitigation initiatives. The Risk Manager works closely with County leadership, departments, attorneys, insurers, and third-party administrators to protect County employees, operations, and resources.

Candidates with direct responsibility for administering or coordinating the following functions are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Risk management and risk mitigation
• Workers' compensation and liability claims
• Workplace safety and OSHA compliance
• Insurance administration and risk transfer
• Contract review and regulatory compliance
• Drug and alcohol testing programs

A strong candidate will have:
Experience independently administering one or more of the risk management functions listed above and the ability to manage complex issues, exercise sound judgment, and build effective working relationships across a large organization.Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Investigates, settles (within established parameters), adjusts, or resists claims and losses; prepares and implements case resolution strategies; works with appropriate parties including third party insurers and internal and external attorneys to negotiate settlements and establish and implement reserve amounts.

Tracks and reviews Worker's Compensation, crime, inland marine, liquor, automobile property damage, general liability, automobile liability, police professional liability, public official bonds, errors and omissions, and property claims and losses; maintains accurate and timely records regarding each incident and case.

Manages County's drug and alcohol testing program in accordance with federal guidelines and county policies and provides training to supervisors and staff.

Minimizes potential liability to the County by engaging in correspondence with claimants, representatives, and others in the course of the investigation and litigation of damages.

Prepares and disburses worker's compensation and liability claim checks on a bi-weekly basis; reviews and approves invoices matching receipts for validity and accuracy.

Compiles, prepares, and distributes various periodic reports as required by law, regulations, or internal procedures.

Provides research in conjunction with the County Attorney's Office on liability issues; may participate in depositions, witness briefings, and court exhibit preparation.

Assists attorneys in preparation of answers and responses to lawsuits, including but not limited to interrogatories, witness briefings, court exhibit preparation, and mediation as required.

In partnership with Jail Management, prepares responses to Scott County jail inmate medical grievances; reviews, drafts, and implements responses to questionable jail grievances; investigates and responds to Defense Attorney's inquiries regarding Inmate issues with assistance of attorneys; trains Correctional Officers on inmate rights and issues to include mail, religion, 8th Amendment rights, access to courts, classification, discipline, and report writing.

May draft, review, and provide guidance in conjunction with the County Attorney's Office on a variety of agreements, contracts, memorandum of understanding agreements, and departmental forms.

Provides advice and counsel to all County departments regarding safety and risk management; develops and implements effective risk avoidance programs, policies, and procedures in cooperation with County Departments.

Develop and implement effective HIPAA policies and procedures and supervises monitoring for compliance.

Ensures County operations are utilizing appropriate equipment, facilities, and procedures to adhere to OSHA, EPA SDS and other State and Federal guidelines related to risk management; compiles, prepares, and distributes information in compliance with OSHA record keeping requirements including OSHA 300 logs.

Coordinates effective and timely training and education regarding mandatory safety topics, legal liability and other topics as identified in needs analysis.

Supervises, develops, recommends, and implements the insurance program policies and procedures for liability and worker compensation excess insurance coverage.

Coordinate and distribute Certificates of Insurance / Self Insurance Verification

Reviews and approves requests for autopsy reports and medical examiner records; serves as contact for non-County OSHA fatalities investigations.

Acts as part of the County's Crisis Operations Team.

Supervises and directs Risk Management Interns including but not limited to providing work assignments, monitoring performance, and providing coaching and counseling.

Demonstrates the ability to exemplify, by his/her actions, the County PRIDE philosophy.

Performs related duties as assigned. Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field; AND five (5) years of insurance and claims management experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge of:
Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.

Current legal trends and developments.

Records maintenance and retention policies and procedures.

Occupational health and safety regulations and standards.

Contract language.

Inmate rights.

Risk management and analysis principles and practices.

Skill in:
Maintaining accurate records, filing systems, and documentation.

Typing and entering data with speed and accuracy.

Conducting research.

Negotiating and managing conflicts.

Preparing clear and concise reports.

Analyzing and mitigating risk.

Maintaining and handling confidential and sensitive information.

Developing and implementing effective policies and procedures.

Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.

Interacting tactfully and professional with County staff, the public, and other agencies.

Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. License and Certification Requirements
None.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:
Work is performed in a standard office environment. May be exposed to potentially dangerous situations when interacting with inmates.