Loss Control/Risk Management Specialist – Remote in the State of Oregon or Washington

Selective Insurance Company of America

120d • $84,000 - $146,000

About The Position

At Selective, we don't just insure uniquely, we employ uniqueness. Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years. Selective's unique position as both a leading insurance group and an employer of choice is recognized in a wide variety of awards and honors, including listing in Forbes Best Midsize Employers in 2024 and certification as a Great Place to Work® in 2024 for the fifth consecutive year. Employees are empowered and encouraged to Be Uniquely You by being their true, unique selves and contributing their diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives to our shared success. Together, we are a high-performing team working to serve our customers responsibly by helping to mitigate loss, keep them safe, and restore their lives and businesses after an insured loss occurs.

Requirements

• Ability to travel and meet with customers and agents to assess and maintain risk.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and agents and encourage the implementation of loss control strategies to reduce the level of risk and the potential for loss.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively build relationships with customers, agents, and internal teams.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Proactive mindset, adaptability, and the ability to work independently.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license in good standing and ability to drive an automobile.
• Proficiency in usage of computer tools including: Internet research applications, Microsoft Office, work management system, eSelect tools, Cognos reports, etc.

Nice To Haves

• A college degree is preferred.
• Successful completion of INS 21 (Property and Liability Insurance Principles) and INS 23 (Commercial Insurance) is preferred.
• 5-7 years of significant field-based loss control experience.
• Strong problem-solving abilities along with ability to apply OSHA, NFPA and other applicable technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the operations of large and complex commercial accounts to assess the level of risk and identify potential loss producing conditions and practices as well as the presence and effectiveness of controls.
• Consult with underwriters on the conditions identified and complete written risk assessments in accordance with internal quality assessment guidelines.
• Analyze the loss history of accounts to identify loss sources, trends in accident frequency and severity, reach meaningful conclusions from the analyses, and provide a clear summary of those analyses to customers, agents, and underwriters.
• Develop effective risk reduction recommendations and/or ongoing loss control objectives when applicable.
• Provide ongoing loss control services for customers in need of loss control support and strive to ensure customer’s level of risk is being adequately managed.
• Develop effective and ongoing communication with internal business partners and agents to ensure the conveyance of timely information for new and renewal business opportunities.
• Prepare professionally written business letters to communicate activities to external customers and agents including managing recommendations developed and submitted to reduce and manage the level of risk.
• Efficiently manage work scheduling in order to meet both internal and external customer needs.
• Prepare and present high level technical presentations and loss control training programs to internal and external customers on a variety of loss control topics and issues.
• Maintain a high level of knowledge of loss control techniques, technology, and earn and maintain designations through self-education and training programs.
• Share knowledge and mentor less experienced team members on larger more complex accounts.
• Travel within territory, with car travel representing approximately 60-70% of employee’s time.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Incentive plan eligibility at all levels.
• Comprehensive health care plans.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs.
• Paid time off plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees