Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer - Risk Officer ($15k Signing Bonus!)
About The Position
The Napa Valley Napa County is home to 140,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage. Located in the heart of California's preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities. The Napa Valley's strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities. Napa County as an Employer As an organization, Napa County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community's values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. Learn more HERE. The Position The successful candidate will be eligible to receive a $15K signing bonus as outline by the County's Hiring Incentive Policy. The list established by this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, limited term, and extra help vacancies for up to one year. There is currently one (1) regular full-time vacancy. The Ideal Candidate is a strategic, collaborative, and solutions-oriented leader with deep expertise in public sector risk management, workers' compensation, insurance, workplace safety, and leave administration. They are an experienced executive who can navigate complex regulatory environments, build strong partnerships across departments, and confidently advise executive leadership and elected officials on organizational risk, compliance, and operational strategy. The successful candidate is an innovative problem solver who inspires high-performing teams, drives continuous improvement, and is passionate about protecting the County's workforce, assets, and ability to deliver exceptional public service. This is an "at-will" management position.
Requirements
- At least six (6) years of professional full-time, progressively responsible, experience in risk management that included general liability, property and workers' compensation claims and insurance management for a large and diverse organization.
- Public sector experience is highly desirable.
- Bachelor's or higher-level degree in public or business administration, accounting, finance, risk management, insurance or a closely related field.
- Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
- Maintain any license, certification, or registration required for this position at all times during employment with Napa County.
Nice To Haves
- Professional certifications such as Certified Risk Manager (CRM), Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Professional Risk Manager (PRM), and an Associate in Risk Management (ARM) are highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Manage public sector risk management, workers' compensation, insurance, workplace safety, and leave administration.
- Navigate complex regulatory environments.
- Build strong partnerships across departments.
- Advise executive leadership and elected officials on organizational risk, compliance, and operational strategy.
- Inspire high-performing teams.
- Drive continuous improvement.
- Protect the County's workforce, assets, and ability to deliver exceptional public service.
Benefits
- Learn more about the benefits package for this position HERE.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
