Assistant Manager, Safety and Insurance

Anne Arundel County•Annapolis, MD

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About The Position

This is a full-time, permanent technical and administrative position in Anne Arundel County Government’s Office of Central Services, responsible for the County’s self-insurance and risk management program. The position identifies hazardous conditions, investigates injuries and accidents arising from County operations, and develops and implements programs to reduce risk exposure. It coordinates the County’s commercial insurance policies and self-insurance program and manages insurance and safety matters that could expose the County to litigation or insurance claims, including risks to physical assets, fidelity losses, and liability claims. The position coordinates self-insurance funding and commercial policies and leases for County properties; maintains a County property inventory and verifies that appropriate insurance coverage is in place; and notifies carriers of losses while assisting with investigations and settlements. Work is performed with considerable independence in assigned areas under the direction and supervision of the program manager. Work is reviewed through conferences and evaluation of loss-control programs and their results. This is a Safety Sensitive position. Employees are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and alcohol testing.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in risk management, safety engineering, or a related field.
At least one year of experience in safety, occupational risk insurance, or a related field.
Valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator’s license.
Thorough knowledge of risk management principles and of the methods, materials, principles, and practices of safety education.
Considerable knowledge of self-insurance programs and practices, and of loss-control principles and risk exposures common to governmental operations.
Ability to detect hazardous conditions, identify causes of accidents and injuries, and recommend appropriate corrective measures.
Ability to plan, design, and implement an effective safety program.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other County departments, and the public.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of professional experience handling and managing litigated claims, including active participation in pre-trials, mediations, and trial preparation.
Three or more years of work experience in claims supervision or serving as a team lead.

Responsibilities

Identify, plan, develop, and present instructional materials for safety programs.
Coordinate self-insurance funding and commercial policies and leases for County properties; maintain an inventory of County property and ensure appropriate insurance coverage is maintained.
Notify insurance carriers of losses and assist with resulting investigations and settlements.
Manage County contracts for personal protective equipment and gear, including safety footwear and prescription protective eyewear.
Conduct safety inspections to identify potential hazards and prepare and recommend practical solutions to eliminate hazardous conditions.
Conduct ergonomic assessments and investigate workplace accidents.
Provide on-site support for County components during MOSH inspections.
Coordinate and assist with reviews of vehicle, general liability, and other claims; determine the investigation required and appropriate County action.
Ensure injured employees receive their full entitlements and claims are finalized.
Maintain records of accidents, injuries, and losses and prepare reports of findings.
Complete and submit Bureau of Labor Statistics and MOSH reports on time, and share appropriate information across County departments.
Perform related work as required.