Risk Manager

City of Springfield•Springfield, MO

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Springfield is seeking an experienced Risk Manager to lead the City’s risk management program, supporting an organization with approximately $1.5 billion in net assets, 1,800 full-time employees, and a $15 million self-insurance fund. The core functions of the position are: Risk program management – identifies, analyzes, and reports on risk; develops policies and procedures; implements enterprise risk management. Risk financing – manages the City’s relationship with insurance brokers, actuaries, and insurers; formulates commercial insurance strategy; oversees self-insurance fund. Claims administration – directs administration of general liability, auto, property, and other claims; establishes and maintains reserves; manages carriers. The position will be responsible for supervision and currently manages two claims adjusters and a staff assistant. With new City leadership and a strong focus on operational excellence, the City of Springfield will seek someone that is collaborative, builds relationships, and has excellent rapport with stakeholders across City departments and other City leadership. Springfield believes the strongest organizations are built through better processes, stronger relationships, and a culture grounded in trust. Our leadership philosophy challenges the status quo, embraces thoughtful innovation, and empowers people to deliver exceptional public service. Springfield is the economic and cultural hub of Southwest Missouri and serves as the center of one of the fastest-growing regions in the State of Missouri. With a population of more than 170,000 residents and a regional population exceeding 475,000, Springfield is home to a diverse and expanding economy supported by healthcare, education, advanced manufacturing, logistics, and technology. Known as the Queen City of the Ozarks, Springfield offers a high quality of life with vibrant downtown districts, nationally recognized healthcare systems, and several higher education institutions, including Missouri State University, Drury University, Evangel University, and Ozarks Tech College, a nationally recognized technical college that plays a critical role in workforce development and technology training. The region is also located near the natural beauty of the Ozarks, with abundant outdoor recreation opportunities including lakes, trails, and conservation areas. This Risk Manager role offers a total compensation package including annual performance increases, city-sponsored benefits (such as a defined benefit retirement plan), generous leave time, and more.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
Seven years of progressively responsible experience in risk management, insurance, claims administration, or a closely related field
At least two years of supervisory experience
Must possess a valid Driver’s License
Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States
Completion of online application in its entirety

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree (MBA, MPA, JD) may be substituted for one year of experience
Associate in Risk Management (ARM), Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), or comparable professional designation strongly preferred at appointment
Completion of ARM, CPCU, or a comparable designation required within three years of appointment if not already held
Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities (ARM-P) is preferred
Experience managing a self-insurance program or substantial self-insured retention
Public sector experience