Washington County is now seeking an experienced Risk Management professional to join our team as a Risk Management Analyst II!
The Opportunity
This position organizes, coordinates, and administers County risk assessment and loss control programs, including providing professional and technical support to County departments on safety, loss control issues, ergonomic evaluations, risk, liability, policy development, and strategic planning. The individual in this position will conduct inspections and trainings to maintain compliance with loss control and safety regulations of various state and federal agencies, and serves as a consultative resource on loss control, occupational safety and health, risk, and insurance issues for Washington County.
This position has the possibility of a flexible/hybrid schedule as determined by business needs.
Duties of this position include:
• Collaborating within the Risk Management team and with all County Departments to identify opportunities to mitigate and reduce risk throughout Washington County.
• Leading safety committee meetings for our internal business partners to ensure federal and state requirements are met.
• Conducting ergonomic assessments and providing recommendations of potential modifications to employees of the County.
• Designing, implementing, and utilizing County software for reporting and record keeping activities.
• Running and providing reports for internal business partners.
• Developing, implementing, and updating County safety initiatives.
• Conducting driving record checks and providing consultation and support to internal stakeholders.
Our Ideal Candidate will have the following skills:
• Emotionally intelligent while also capable of being analytical as the job requires.
• Detail oriented, a good listener, and dedicated to public service.
• Able to accept direction for projects and willing to initiate and research new topics.
• Enjoy engaging with members of the organization and incorporating the needs of various stakeholders into their role while maintaining a focus on Risk and County goals and values.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are needed to connect with audiences who have a range of expertise as it relates to safety, insurance, and risk management.
To review the complete classification and list of knowledge, skills, and abilities, use this link: Risk Management Analyst II
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all of the hiring criteria described in the minimum qualifications.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in risk management, occupational safety and health, business administration, a social science or a related field and three (3) years of professional-level experience in loss prevention, safety program development, claims management, occupational safety and health or risk management; OR
• Associate Degree with coursework in risk management, occupational safety and health, business administration, asocial science or a related field and five (5) years of professional-level experience in loss prevention, safety program development, claims management, occupational safety and health or risk management; OR
• Seven (7) years of professional-level experience in loss prevention, safety program development, claims management, occupational safety and health or risk management
Additional Requirements and Preferred Qualifications:
• A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required.
• A Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential is preferred.
• An Associate in Risk Management (ARM) is preferr