Risk Manager (Solano County)
Date Posted: 11/12/2020
Employer: Solano County
Salary Range: $105,783.12 - $128,580.04/year
Contact: Kimberly Young
Phone: 707-784-6119
Website: https://www.jobapscloud.com/Solano/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=20&R2=107080&R3=02
Closing Date: 1/25/2021
The County of Solano recognizes that our employees are our biggest asset. We work collaboratively to solve problems and introduce creative solutions.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Risk Manager to come in and develop their Risk team. The ideal candidate will bring innovative ideas to Solano County, have a plethora of knowledge in relation to Risk (including leave administration and safety), bring strong developmental skills, and will be open to collaboration among several Departments. We hope to have a candidate start as soon as possible to help us provide support to the County in this area. Teleworking options are available for this position.
The mission of the Human Resources Department is to be a strategic partner who provides our customers with high quality services and fosters an environment where a well-qualified and trained workforce succeeds.
The Risk Management division of Human Resources provides the following services and functions for the County of Solano:
Obtaining coverage for workers' compensation, general liability, property, and other more specific insurance programs
Employee Health and Safety
Compliance with Americans with Disability Act Title I and II
Administration of the County's Injury & Illness Prevention Program
Occupational Health & Safety Training
Prevention of workplace injuries
Prevention of injuries to members of the public using facilities, programs and services
Management of claims administrators
Evaluating exposures for risk for County Departments
Provide recommendations for reducing exposure to losses and techniques for managing the risks associated with County
As the Risk Manger, you will manage and direct the County's risk management programs including occupational health and safety, loss prevention, self-insured workers' compensation, property/casualty liabilities, disability leave administration, ADA Title I, wellness, risk analysis, insurance and underwriting, and policy and procedures development.
In addition to the minimum qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will also exemplify the following attributes:
Diplomacy – Works well within the organizational’s network; perceptive to social cue; skilled at handling situations without arousing hostility and able to navigate the political landscape of the agency as well as external partners; forge collaboration and know how to stay viable within the system.
Financial Acumen – Understands the financial framework of the organization
Functional/Technical Expertise – Is knowledgeable and skilled in a functional specialty; remains current in their area of expertise and serve as a resource in that area for the agency.
Team Management – Creates and maintains functional work units, while formulating staff’s role, responsibilities and goals; provides the level of guidance and management appropriate to the circumstance, including monitoring the skills and needs of all staff.
The current vacancy is for regular, full-time position. This position is an “at-will” senior management position and is exempt from the civil service; the incumbent serves at the discretion of the appointing authority.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Experience: Five years of full-time progressively responsible and comprehensive experience in the administration of safety, risk management, general liability, worker’s compensation, or similar insurance programs and at least two years of lead or supervisory experience. Public sector experience in the fields identified above is desirable but not a requirement.
AND
Education/Training: A Bachelor’s degree is required from an accredited university with a major preferably in Public Administration, Business Administration, Engineering, Public Safety, or a closely related field.
OR
An equivalent combination of training, education and experience which has provided the required knowledge, skills/abilities and attributes. An Associate of Risk Management (ARM) certification from the Insurance Institute of American (IIA) may be substituted for the two years of the required education or two years for the required experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are required to possess a valid California Driver’s License, Class C.
To view the job description for this position, please visit:
http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16003
Solano County offers a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. The County contribution for family coverage is $1,498.55 per month for 2020 and $1,586.60 per month for 2021. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage. The County may offer a supplemental contribution for employees enrolled in Employee plus Two or More coverage.
Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.
Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security.
The County observes twelve (12) full day fixed and two (2) half day fixed paid holidays per year. Additionally, employees in this bargaining unit receive one (1) floating paid holiday per year.
Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 3 years.
Effective July 1 of each year, 80 hours of administrative leave/attorney time off is granted.
Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year.
Employees in this class are also eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years.
To view the benefits for a regular position, please visit:
https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16490
CULTURE OF LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT
Solano County is committed to “Invest In and For the Future” by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development and growth within our organization. While employed with Solano County, employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, interests, and develop the competencies on the Solano County Leadership Development Model by participating in the following programs:
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Annual Education Fair
• County Mentoring Program
• Leadership Academy
• Supervisory Trainings
• Skill Development Trainings
• Self-paced learning opportunities
CULTURE OF LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT
Solano County is committed to “Invest In and For the Future” by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development and growth within our organization. While employed with Solano County, employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, interests, and develop the competencies on the Solano County Leadership Development Model by participating in the following programs:
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Annual Education Fair
• County Mentoring Program
• Leadership Academy
• Supervisory Trainings
• Skill Development Trainings
• Self-paced learning opportunities
First Application Review
12/01/20– 5:00 pm (PT) Deadline to submit application and required documents for first application review.
TBD - Tentative date for hiring interviews for first review
Second Application Review
12/28/20 – 5:00 pm (PT) Deadline to submit application and required documents for second application review.
TBD - Tentative date for hiring interviews for second review
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.
RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com, to apply. Applications must be submitted through the JobAps system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Risk Manager) and the recruitment number (20-107080-02) in your email or fax, and are due by the application review date.
Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.
Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA.
Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.
A Bachelor’s Degree is required for this position. All candidates must submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying the date and degree conferred) by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts by the final filing date will be disqualified from the recruitment.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.
How to Submit Your Documents
In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Risk Manager) and the recruitment number (20-107080-02) in your email or fax.
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