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Assistant Risk Manager Safety & Loss Control (Contra Costa County)

Why join the Contra Costa County Risk Management Department?

Contra Costa County Risk Management Department is seeking a qualified, experienced, and enthusiastic Assistant Risk Manager in the Safety & Loss Control program area. The Safety and Loss Control Manager provides a vital role for the County of Contra Costa as this is a single position class. The Safety and Loss Control Manager reports to the Director of Risk Management and oversees the County’s Safety Committee. The Safety and Loss Control Manager supervises personnel and unit consultants in the administration of safety, loss prevention, and environmental programs within the County and are responsible for the oversight and implementation of the County Safety Program.  The incumbent will be responsible for the general oversight of the safety practices and program compliance of all County departments, facilities, and operations. The Safety and Loss Control Manager is responsible for managing the following critical safety and environmental program areas as it relates to OSHA, drug and alcohol testing, ergonomics, and safety training.

We are looking for someone who is:

Able to engage members of various work groups throughout the County

Technically sound, highly motivated, and detail-oriented

A strong communicator

Able to work independently and possess a strong work ethic

What you will typically be responsible for:

Analyzing day-to-day activities and providing guidance on implementation, direction, and management of all functions and resources to achieve strategic objectives

Directing or supervising the work of at least two fulltime employees, unit consultants, and all assigned work in a unit to ensure timely and quality activities that respond to the needs of County department and employees

Assisting in establishing and maintaining an efficient and sound safety audit program on the department’s Risk Management Information System platform

Being responsible for reading and interpreting federal, state, and local guidelines and implementing them throughout the County

 A few reasons you might love this job:

You will be part of a small dynamic team

You will be given to opportunities to participate in opportunities with the County’s insurance pool PRISM (Public Risk, Innovations, Solutions and Management)

Your work assures a safe work environment for approximately 10,000 employees in Contra Costa County

A few challenges you might face in this job:

Managing multiple assignments with competing deadlines

Handling conflicting sets of circumstances

Fieldwork that is subject to after-hours response and extended work hours in the event of an emergency incident

 Competencies Required:

Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data

Self-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability

Mathematical Facility: Performing computations and solving mathematical problems

Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications

Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks

Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships

Driving Results: Demonstrating concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal standard of excellence

Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace

Industry Monitoring: Grasping the external political, economic, competitive, and social factors affecting the industry

Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job

Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires

Presentation Skill: Formally delivering information to group

Desirable Qualifications:

Knowledge of OSHA guidelines, injury and illness prevention, occupational health, and be extremely organized

Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all levels of staff and provide direction, guidance, assignment, and feedback to the Director of Risk Management

Ability to exercise initiative and independently analyze and evaluate situations since work is governed by broad instructions, objectives, and policies

Ability to develop and provide accurate loss control reports to managerial staff and make recommendations

To read the complete job description, please visit the website, www.cccounty.us/hr

To apply to this job posting, please visit the website: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta/jobs/3385837/assistant-risk-manager-safety-loss-control

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business or public administration, finance, or a closely related field.

 AND

 Experience: Four (4) years of full-time, or its equivalent, professional level experience working with general liability and loss control or occupational health & safety, preferably with a public agency. At least two (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.

 Depending on the position(s) to be filled, qualifying experience may be limited to experience directly related to the assignment as specified on the job announcement.

 Substitution: Additional qualifying experience of the type noted above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years.  No substitution is allowed for the supervisory experience.

Substitution for Major: One (1) additional year of qualifying experience of the type noted above may be substituted for the required academic major.

Desirable Qualifications: Master’s degree in Public Administration, Public Health, Loss Control, Safety, Health and Environmental Applied Sciences, Occupational Health and Safety, or a closely related field. 

Selection Process:

Application Filing:  All applicants must apply on-line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. A completed Supplemental Questionnaire is required at the time of applying.

Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination.

Oral Assessment: An oral assessment (interview) will be conducted to measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. In the Oral Assessment, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies, as well as an overall passing score of 70% of higher.  These may include but are not limited to: Analyzing & Interpreting Data, Self-Management, Delivering Results, and Professional & Technical Expertise. (Weighted 100%)

The oral assessment is tentatively scheduled to take place May 11, 2022, through May 16, 2022.  The assessment will be administered remotely using a computer; you will need access to a reliable internet connection to participate in the assessment.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment specific questions, please contact Carol Berger at carol.berger@hrd.cccounty.us

For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

COVID-19 VACCINE REQUIREMENTS

Contra Costa County enacted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for employees. Proof of full vaccination will be required of all employees, including new hires. The policy requirements can be found here: https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/72164/2021824-Mandatory-Vaccination-Policy-PDF?bidId=

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

 It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.