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Risk Manager

Franklin County PA
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Franklin County PA is hiring a Risk Manager! 
 

Job Summary

 

Are you a proactive, positive, and service-oriented professional? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are currently seeking a highly organized and detail-focused Risk Manager to lead the County's risk management efforts.  In this critical role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing a comprehensive risk management program designed to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across all aspects of our organization, including operational, financial, legal, and compliance areas.

As Risk Manager, you will play a key role in protecting the County’s assets, reputation, and long-term stability. Core responsibilities include the coordination and management of general and professional liability, property, and automobile claims. You will also be tasked with planning, implementing, and evaluating programs to assess risk and minimize loss exposure.

We’re looking for a motivated self-starter who is passionate about making a difference and committed to serving their community.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and help us build a safer, more resilient organization.

 

About Us

 

Franklin County is a great place to live and work! Nestled between the Blue Ridge and Tuscarora mountains in South Central Pennsylvania but not far from DC, Baltimore and the beaches of the mid-Atlantic, Franklin County is one of the fastest growing counties in the Commonwealth. We want the best people working to serve the 155,000+ residents that call this beautiful area "home."

 

Requirements

 

EDUCATION/TRAINING

Bachelor’s degree in business management, public administration or related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Five (5) years working experience in safety/loss prevention, risk management or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training. Must possess training or knowledge of risk management, insurance, property/casualty loss programs, health and safety or related field.  Three (3) to five (5) years of supervisory experience preferred.

 

Job Description

 

FRANKLIN COUNTY

 

RISK MANAGER                                                               Revised: November 4, 2021

Position Description                                                                                                         Exempt

 

OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF JOB

To develop, prepare, maintain, and monitor a comprehensive risk management program. Activities include coordination and management of general and professional liability, property and automobile claims. Responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing and monitoring the effectiveness of programs to assess risk potential and minimize loss exposures.  Tasks will include identifying and analyzing loss exposures, selecting the appropriate technique to handle each exposure, implementing the chosen technique, monitoring the decisions made, and implementing the appropriate changes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF JOB

  1. Identifies and analyzes exposures that may lead to financial loss.
  2. Selects and recommends alternatives for avoiding, reducing, or transferring risks of financial loss.
  3. Implements, maintains, and enforces the County-wide health and safety program and procedures.
  4. Monitors effects of health and safety program and other risk management devices.
  5. Recommends to management health, safety, loss control, and prevention measures to reduce risks and liabilities.
  6. Reviews County contracts, policies and procedures, identifying risks and exposures to financial loss.           
  7. Educates management and staff on work related risk management, health and safety issues to promote safe/accident free environment.
  8. Establishes and Chairs safety committees.
  9. Evaluates state regulation compliance with applicable laws.
  10. Works in conjunction with the Department of Emergency Services to establish and maintains County-wide hazardous and Emergency Preparedness Programs.
  11. Works in conjunction with the Department of Emergency Service to develop and implement Disaster/Evacuation Plans for County facilities.
  12. Performs hazard surveillance inspections of County facilities and work sites.
  13. Performs accident investigation of all work place incidents and injuries.
  14. Counsels management and staff on appropriate methods of safely completing job duties.
  15. Reviews insurance related contracts and documents and makes recommendations.
  16. Works with management to develop and implement County-wide and Department specific health and safety procedures.
  17. Coordinates insurance company related investigation of claims.
  18. Acts as liaison between County, Claims Representatives, Management, Attorneys, Employees, Private Investigators, Authorities and Physicians.
  19. Oversees employee surveillance, as needed.
  20. Performs various functions of County-wide positions to determine physical and/or mental stress imposed by job duties.
  21. Develops contacts and resources for work related services (i.e., Attorneys, Private Investigators, Medical Case Manager, Insurance Brokers, etc.)
  22. Interacts daily with management, employees, and others to resolve risk management, health and safety concerns.
  23. Performs related office duties and maintains accurate and appropriate records and documents.
  24. Responsible for developing standard processes and procedures for risk management functions by preparing and implementing risk management manuals.
  25. Responsible for prompt reporting and filing of all general and professional liability, property, and automobile claims.
  26. Serves on committees and work groups as needed.
  27. Ensure all MSDS requirements are met.

OTHER DUTIES OF JOB

  1. Attends in-service, training, meetings, as required.
  2. Performs other job-related duties, as required.
  3. Travels occasionally as necessary to perform essential functions.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives occasional instruction and limited supervision from the Human Resources Director in regards to work duties.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

Supervises Risk Management Department; gives instruction and training to County management and staff in regards to risk management, health and safety issues; provides daily instruction and supervision to Risk Management/Compliance Coordinator.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  1. Works indoors in adequate work space, temperatures, ventilation and lighting.
  2. Works in varied environments performing job duties of others to determine physical, mental and environmental exposures of jobs.  Occasionally subjected to loud noise and physical stress.
  3. Works with average indoor exposure to noise and stress, but subject to frequent disruptions.
  4. Walks back and forth between County buildings as necessary to carry out job duties.
  5. Normal indoor exposure to dust and dirt.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL CONDITIONS

  1. Must possess ability to record, convey and present information, explain procedures and follow instructions.
  2. Must be able to sit and stand for long periods throughout the workday, with intermittent periods of bending, twisting and reaching, as necessary to carry out job duties.
  3. Dexterity requirements range from simple to coordinated movements of fingers/hands; feet/legs; torso necessary to carry out duties of job.  Performs job duties of others on occasion.
  4. Light work, with occasional lifting/carrying of objects with weights of up to forty (40) pounds.
  5. Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  1. EDUCATION/TRAINING
    Bachelor’s degree in business management, public administration or related field.
  2. WORK EXPERIENCE
    Five (5) years working experience in safety/loss prevention, risk management or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training. Must possess training or knowledge of risk management, insurance, property/casualty loss programs, health and safety or related field.  Three (3) –five (5) years of supervisory experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

  1. Must be able to speak and understand the English language in an understandable manner in order to carry out essential job duties.
  2. Must possess effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  3. Must possess initiative and problem solving skills.
  4. Must possess ability to function independently, have flexibility and personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with clients, co-workers, agencies and others.
  5. Must possess ability to work and communicate effectively as a team player.
  6. Must possess ability to maintain confidentiality in regard to client information and records.
  7. Must possess the technical knowledge of operating personal computers and other office equipment with accuracy and reasonable speed.
  8. Must possess knowledge of safety and loss prevention techniques and ability to develop effective policies and programs to reduce risks associated with employee and third party injuries.
  9. Must possess general knowledge of and ability to practice effective and efficient office practices and procedures, to maintain accurate and adequate files and documentation.

 

Contact Details

 

We offer an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a retirement plan!  

To apply for this position, please complete our online application.  Franklin County is an equal opportunity employer. 

If you need assistance completing the online application, please contact Human Resources at 717-261-3150.