Director, Risk Management

Recology • San Francisco, CA

62d • Hybrid

About The Position

Role of the Director of Risk Management (this position will be in the office 3 days per week) Plans, coordinates, and directs the Company's insurance program and other related risk management programs to mitigate the Company's risk. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Requirements

• 10 years of related working experience.
• Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
• Related management experience in risk management, including managing liability, property, and workers' compensation claims.
• Project management and supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current Associate Risk Management (ARM) certification preferred.
• Experience working on a captive plan is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance with legal requirements and high standards of performance throughout the Company as it pertains to risk management.
• Quantifies potential risks and seeks to limit liability or exposure by implementing risk reduction strategies or insuring the organization against loss.
• Collaborates with Legal and Safety to oversee the investigation of accidents and injuries and the preparation of material and evidence for organizational use in hearings, litigation, and insurance investigations.
• Manages the company's workers' compensation, liability, and other property, casualty, and executive liability insurance programs and surety bond program.
• Oversees administration of the Company's captive insurance company.
• Collaborates with Safety, People & Culture, and Operations to reduce employee lost time due to occupational injury or illness.
• Collaborates with Enterprise Risk Management to develop and implement risk management strategies that align with the Company's business objectives.
• Oversees claims administration activities of Third Party Administrators (TPAs) through interface, claims reviews, and regular claims monitoring. Provides direction on claims handling.
• Coordinates with outside counsel and represents the Company at mediations, settlement conferences, and trials.
• Manages insurance broker relationships and negotiates compensation arrangements with insurance brokers.
• Manages the submission of claims by the Company for insurance recovery. Coordinates with outside counsel to pursue insurance recovery.
• Reviews and analyzes claims and trends to evaluate program success. Makes appropriate recommendations to ensure the effectiveness of the Company's risk management program.
• Directs training for and provides guidance to operating company personnel involved with administering workers' compensation and risk management programs.
• Represents the Company with insurance carriers, regulatory agencies, and the public in risk management matters, as needed.
• Research claims trends, laws, and regulations for the purpose of implementing preventive strategies and recommending alternative courses of action to minimize losses.
• Travel may be required for meetings and/or site visits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
• Annual wellness incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee referral program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Waste Management and Remediation Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees