Risk Manager (OPEN UNTIL FILLED)

City of Richmond•Richmond, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a Risk Manager and take the helm in navigating the exciting challenges of public sector risk management! We seek a dynamic and experienced Risk Manager to join our team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks that could impact our organization's operations and reputation, overseeing insurance compliance, workers' compensation, general liability, and safety programs. If you are a proactive leader with a knack for problem-solving and a passion for fostering a culture of resilience and awareness, then help us not just manage risk but transform it into a catalyst for success—apply now and shape the future with us! The annual salary for this classification is as high as $230,707.68 at the top of the range, with a cost-of-living increase of 5% on July 1, 2026, and 5% on July 1, 2027. Additionally, City-paid benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, holidays, administrative leave days, sick time, CalPERS retirement contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, annual professional development reimbursement, four weeks of paid parental leave, and more! All benefit information can be found in our Benefits Summary. The most successful candidate has a verifiable work history of possessing a strong analytical mindset, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a thorough understanding of risk management principles. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement risk, workers' compensation, and general liability strategies, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of risk awareness throughout the organization. Desirable characteristics: a quick learner, ability to work independently, excellent judgment, flexibility, innovative thinking, process-oriented, detail-oriented, collaborative, adaptable, and responsive. The City of Richmond is the City of Pride and Purpose, and we value those traits in our employees!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, or related field.
Eight (8) years of substantial and increasingly responsible experience, of which at least four (4) years were in a supervisory capacity, performing employee benefits management, risk management, insurance claims management, and safety and loss prevention activities that include management authority and fiscal program responsibility for an organization.
Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities
Associate in Risk Management (ARM) accreditation
Possession of a valid California driver’s license and satisfactory driving record is ongoing requirement
Must be able to travel to various locations within and outside of Richmond to meet program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities.
When driving on City business, maintenance of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required.
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public administration, organization, management analysis, supervision, budgeting, program development, and personnel management
Knowledge of: Laws, codes, ordinances, and procedures applicable to employee benefits, Workers’ Compensation, liability, property damage, and other types of claims
Knowledge of: Principles and procedures of claims management
Knowledge of: Methods of determining reserves for a self-insured program
Knowledge of: Resources available in insurance administration
Knowledge of: Risk management and loss control principles and techniques, insurance policies, and claims adjusting
Knowledge of: Settlement methods and subrogation procedures
Knowledge of: Accounting principles, financial management, and statistical/financial analysis
Knowledge of: Modern office practices and equipment, including computers and applicable software
Skill in: Leadership
Skill in: Decision-making
Skill in: Analytical thinking
Skill in: Problem-solving
Skill in: Negotiation
Skill in: Organization and time management
Ability to: Effectively plan, organize, staff, coordinate, direct, and evaluate the programs and staff of the Risk Management and Benefits Division
Ability to: Define problem areas; evaluate, recommend, and implement solutions to complex issues and problems
Ability to: Interpret and apply laws relating to employee benefits, risk management, insurance, liability, claims, Workers’ Compensation, and other areas of responsibility
Ability to: Represent the City in dealing with government agencies and other entities
Ability to: Analyze insurance policy provisions to determine the extent of coverage
Ability to: Maintain accurate records and reports
Ability to: Prepare clear and comprehensive reports and other documents relating to areas of responsibility
Ability to: Compile and summarize information, and prepare periodic or special reports related to the risk management function
Ability to: Evaluate and make appropriate recommendations regarding self-insurance and purchased insurance coverage related to potential exposure and loss
Ability to: Understand, evaluate, negotiate, and administer insurance policies and level of coverage
Ability to: Administer various liability and Workers’ Compensation coverages in a fair and cost-effective manner
Ability to: Negotiate settlements of claims for and against the City
Ability to: Keep abreast of new trends, technology, and best practices in the risk management and benefits fields
Ability to: Demonstrate initiative and sound independent judgment
Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to: Prioritize work and meet critical deadlines

Nice To Haves

Significant Risk Management experience in Workers' Compensation, General Liability, and Insurance Compliance.
Benefits Administration and Safety are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Manages expenditures from Risk Management safety budget and the employee benefits budget.
Works on the development of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Program in conjunction with the City Attorney’s Office and Public Works Department.
Monitors Risk Management Training Program to satisfy Employment Risk Management Authority (ERMA) training requirements.
Oversees audits of liabilities, workers' compensation, and employee benefit programs.
Estimates premiums for fiscal year for liabilities and workers' compensation claims.
Presents claims to the City Council for approval with Claims Administrator.
Coordinates annual safety inspection schedule for various departments.
Submits insurance claims on behalf of the City for damage to property and loss of assets.
Attends risk management and employee benefit related conferences.
Attends all Joint Powers Authority (JPA) meetings.
Reports on unsafe conditions to departments and follow up to make sure corrected.
Recommends City position relative to liability exposures in conjunction with the Legal Department.
Periodically reviews and revises insurance requirements for City contractors, vendors, permit applicants and lessees.
Reviews contracts, permits, and other City authorizations to ensure compliance with insurance requirements.
Manages employee retirement, industrial disability retirement, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability programs
Performs related work as required.