Senior Risk Analyst

Olivenhain Municipal Water District•Encinitas, CA

About The Position

The Senior Risk Analyst plans, develops, organizes, and administers the District’s risk management programs. The position coordinates efforts to minimize losses, recover losses, maintain insurance coverage, oversee claims against the District, and maintain related records. It supports departmental goals and procedures, provides risk-related consultation to District management, and represents the District in meetings and, as needed, presentations to the Board of Directors. The role investigates property, liability, vehicle, and customer-property incidents; coordinates claims and litigation; evaluates claims and recommends settlement or rejection based on the California Tort Claims Act and investigative results; and works with the General Manager and General Counsel when necessary. It coordinates liability, property, cybersecurity, and related insurance programs, including reviewing coverage, obtaining quotes, and negotiating and maintaining policies. Other duties include administering loss-prevention programs, conducting risk audits, reviewing subpoenas and public-records requests, assisting with litigation preparation, monitoring legal compliance, recommending policy changes, and maintaining program records. The position requires effective communication and collaboration with District personnel, management, the Board of Directors, government and regulatory agencies, consultants, counsel, customers, claimants, and insurance providers. Work is primarily performed in an enclosed office, with occasional work outside the facility in variable weather and potentially around heavy equipment, dust, fumes, odors, and noise. Stable, reliable attendance is required.

Requirements

Associate’s degree emphasizing risk management, occupational safety, or a related field, or equivalent; experience and education may be substituted for each other with approval by the General Manager or designee.
At least four years of increasingly responsible experience performing risk management duties, including coordinating insurance programs and claims administration.
Valid California driver license and proof of insurability.
Standard First Aid and CPR certifications.
Ability to use a personal computer and peripherals, including word-processing, database, and spreadsheet programs.
Knowledge of applicable local, California, and federal insurance codes and regulations.
Good hearing, eyesight, and speech; strong verbal and written communication ability; ability to operate a personal computer and peripherals; ability to tolerate periods of continuous sitting; and ability, on an infrequent basis, to assist with lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience in or working with a governmental agency.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and administer the District’s risk management programs and related operations.
Coordinate liability, property, cybersecurity, and related insurance programs; review coverage, obtain quotes, and negotiate and maintain insurance policies.
Investigate vehicle accidents and incidents involving District or customer property; conduct field investigations, document conditions, collect evidence, and coordinate with staff and third parties.
Coordinate and investigate claims and litigation filed against the District, evaluate claims, recommend settlement or rejection, analyze information, and maintain or adjust claim files.
Consult with District management regarding risk, claims, insurance programs, and related functions, and respond to inquiries with technical information.
Administer loss-prevention programs, address general-liability problem areas, and conduct periodic risk audits.
Communicate with District staff, insurance providers, and outside organizations to coordinate programs, exchange information, and resolve concerns.
Review subpoenas and public-records requests before information is released and assist the General Manager with litigation preparation.
Monitor laws and compliance, review policies and programs, recommend policy changes, and coordinate changes with management.
Maintain records, reports, files, and department record-retention requirements related to insurance programs, claims, settlements, and other assigned duties.
Stay abreast of trends and innovations in risk management.
May present risk management, insurance, and claims matters to the Board of Directors.
Perform other related duties as assigned.