Risk Administrator (District Attorney Office)

Salt Lake County

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Job DescriptionSalt Lake County…A career with a purpose in the community you love!Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading.What it is like to work here:At Salt Lake County our culture is woven into all aspects of our work and our employees’ lives, from the way we treat each other to the way we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work life balance and room to grow and develop.Surround yourself with:Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live work and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community. Community is more than a place….its our heart and service that bring us together.We encourage a work life balance:Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with /Salt Lake County includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 Holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and one personal day every year. Some positions have a hybrid work environment giving you flexibility to manage working from home and being in office.Additional Benefits may include:
  • Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with a 10% contribution
  • Medical coverage including a 100% county paid premium option-Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for adult designees
  • Health Savings account with a county contribution up to $1200/year, Flexible Spending Account
  • 100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability option
  • Professional Development including professional membership fees paid
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Plus: Onsite medical clinic, childcare and gym; hospital insurance, pet insurance auto and home insurance and discounts at County facilities.
For Benefits informationJOB SUMMARYAssists the District Attorney to manage the risks to Salt Lake County personnel and property, develops safety programs with Department officials, develops safety and technical resources for the County and coordinates the implementation of proactive measures to avoid incidents, improve safety and minimize County indemnity.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Management or Public Administration, or other closely related fields, plus four (4) years of experience in the Risk Management field; OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience.Must possess a current Utah State Resident Insurance Property and Casualty Adjuster’s license valid in the above-mentioned fields.Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must successfully pass an initial criminal background check as well as every two years thereafter and continuously meet the requirements of the Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI).ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSThe following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of specific duties and responsibilities will not preclude it from the position.Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Manages the reporting of risk and claims activities, including the development and administration of periodic reports documenting the frequency and severity of claims, incidents, and loss trends.
  • Develops, implements, and monitors a comprehensive County safety program for facilities, personnel, and volunteers that complies with Federal, State, and County regulations and laws and nationally accepted principles of worker safety and industrial hygiene. Supervises, compiles, and maintains OSHA recordable forms in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, Coordinates with County agencies. Supervises, compiles, and maintains OSHA recordable forms in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, Coordinates with County agencies.
  • Identifies, analyzes, and mitigates potential sources of injury, damage, or loss to Salt Lake County personnel and property. Provides reports, cost studies, probability determinations, and risk management assistance to County management, committees, and councils. Manages the collection of relevant data and information needed to coordinate insurance coverages with the County’s broker. Independently gathers and reviews all information to ensure the County’s insurance needs are met.
  • Manages the collection of relevant data and information needed to coordinate insurance coverages with the County’s broker.
  • Establishes and conducts safety and training programs, including a review of the posting of resources, articles, and safety links for countywide use.
  • Conduct investigations and negotiations to recover monies owed to the County, including loss inspections and underwriter tours.
  • Works with countywide risk-related committees to ensure countywide safety inspections of County Offices, facilities, and grounds comply with the department's safety programs, safe workplace initiatives, and applicable Federal, State, and local regulations and laws.
  • May investigate civil and workers' compensation claims against the County, negotiate settlements, and assist attorneys assigned to litigate all claims against the County
  • Assists assigned attorneys in working with County agencies to prevent claims.
  • Assists with the management of the County’s claims operations by developing tools and consulting with staff and outside vendors on claims issues.
  • Reviews County policy and procedures and makes recommendations to minimize risk.
  • Writes and files reports and prepares documentation where required.
  • Provides resources for technical assistance to administrators and managers for compliance with the safety program, emergency preparedness, and Federal and State regulations.
  • Represents the County on boards, seminars, or meetings.
  • Advances the District Attorney’s objectives by assisting in the management of the Risk Management function.
  • May respond at any time to the scene of a traffic accident, special hazard, industrial accident, or OSHA inspection and works closely with County units to prevent accidents or injuries, minimize loss, and continue essential County operations.
  • Represents the County with contracted clients or in claims against insurance companies.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)Knowledge of:
  • Risk management and loss control techniques and practices
  • Utah Occupational Safety & Health (UOSH) and Federal Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Department of Transportation (DOT), and other related safety regulations and techniques
  • Statistical methods
  • Insurance, compensation, and tort laws and regulations
  • Claims management and adjusting practices and techniques
  • Legal proceedings and procedures
Skills and Abilities to:
  • Research and conduct investigations
  • Represent the County in a professional and effective manner
  • Communicate effectively both in writing and verbally
  • Manage and supervise diverse personnel
  • Speak publicly and provide public education
  • Utilize Microsoft Office software
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWork duties are typically performed in a general office setting but require occasional field work; may work in all types of weather and at various locations throughout the County.IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITIONThis position is subject to being called to work prior to or after the scheduled shift in the event of an emergency. May be required to work holidays, nights, and weekends as needed.

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