RISK MANAGER
$134,0976 - $162,972 Annually
Plus excellent benefits
ABOUT THE CITY
Founded in 1874, San Rafael is a full-service charter city dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in partnership with the community. Voted one of the top three 2022 Best Places to Work in local government by ELGL, San Rafael takes pride in their outstanding team delivering customer-focused services.
Recognized for cross-departmental collaboration, the City of San Rafael breaks down silos through employee-led initiatives like Together San Rafael, with a focus on modernizing and improving City services for the community. For its commitment to innovation, equity, and ongoing learning, the City earned the Helen Putnam Award for Excellence in 2019. San Rafael operates under a City Council/City Manager government with 12 departments, boasting a $172 million annual budget, and over 400 FTEs.
The diverse City departments, including City Manager’s Office, Police, Fire, Public Works, and more, work towards maintaining San Rafael as a vibrant economic and cultural center. The engaged City Council aims to strengthen urban areas while preserving the beautiful environment.
THE COMMUNITY
San Rafael, Marin County's first incorporated city, is strategically located between San Francisco and the renowned Sonoma and Napa wine regions. Serving as the county seat with a population of approximately 62,000, it stands as the premier economic, financial, cultural, and service center. Positioned as a transportation hub, San Rafael provides convenient access to west Marin, Sonoma County, the East Bay, and San Francisco.
This City is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, offering a high quality of life centered around commercial districts, diverse neighborhoods, an engaged community, an active lifestyle, and a natural environment. Combining a small-town feel with a lively urban atmosphere, San Rafael is surrounded by open space and the bay, creating a vibrant city in a stunning natural setting. Renowned for its favorable climate, it serves as a central base for day trips to scenic locations like the Sonoma/Napa wine country, Point Reyes National Seashore, and Muir Woods.
San Rafael boasts a diverse and thriving economy, driven by high-tech, entertainment, financial, service-oriented, and industrial businesses. Home to major employers such as BioMarin and Kaiser Permanente, the City offers a mix of regional and local retailers. Recognized as one of the most ethnically and culturally diverse cities in Marin County, its residential neighborhoods each have a unique history, character, and identity. The City is committed to creating and maintaining affordable housing for various demographics.
With two public school districts and institutions including Dominican University, San Rafael provides educational opportunities at all levels.
THE POSITION
Are you ready to take the lead in safeguarding a dynamic city's future? We're seeking a skilled and proactive Risk Manager to administer, manage, and direct The City of San Rafael’s comprehensive risk management and safety program.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee loss control and prevention measures
- Manage public liability, occupational health and safety, and workers' compensation
- Collaborate with City departments, divisions, and external agencies to ensure a cohesive risk management strategy
- Analyze, develop, and recommend innovative risk management procedures and programs
- Minimize the city's exposure to liability and loss in a cost-effective manner
- Protect both people and the city's financial and physical assets
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Distinguishing Characteristics:
As the Risk Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in implementing best practices, procedures, and policies independently. Your judgment and actions will be crucial to the success of the risk management portfolio. You'll work closely with the City Attorney and Assistant City Attorney on litigation arising from liability claims, ensuring a robust defense. Additionally, you'll partner with the Human Resources Director to manage workers' compensation and workplace safety. Formally reporting to the Assistant City Manager, you'll also enjoy matrixed functional oversight from the Human Resources Director for workers' compensation and workplace safety.
Knowledge of:
- Principles, practices, and methods of public agency Risk Management, asset protection, loss control, insurance, contracts, liability, property claims adjusting and settlement methods, subrogation recovery, Workers’ Compensation, occupational health and safety, compliance, and related areas.
- Organizational and management principles as applied to analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.
- Methods of liability claims investigation, adjustment, and administration.
- Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including California law in the areas of public entity tort, contract, other relevant areas and basic litigation processes.
- Statistical analysis methods and concepts as they pertain to assigned areas. Principles and techniques of effective report writing.
- Principles and practices of budget preparation and cost allocation. Project management methods and techniques.
- Statutory requirements of public records retention as it pertains to area of assignment.
- Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
- Methods and techniques of conducting employee investigations.
- Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Ability to:
- Develop, implement, administer, and make sound decisions in order to provide an effective and efficient risk management and safety program.
- Identify problems, collect, and analyze data, develop effective solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
- Analyze, interpret, and apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and statues relative to risk management, self-insurance, workers compensation, and occupational health and safety.
- Read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
- Effectively negotiate with various outside agencies and professionals.
- Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
- Respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community; resolve conflicts in a tactful and professional manner.
- Effectively present information to management, public groups, and/or City Council or committees.
- Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
- Establish appropriate priorities and meet deadlines.
- Establish and maintain program control and status reporting systems.
- Travel to various locations within and outside the city limits; and work flexible hours to provide training or investigation as needed.
- Prepare and administer a budget.
- Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
- Education - A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, insurance administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is highly desirable.
- Experience - Five years of progressively responsible experience, preferably in the public sector, and experience in risk management, loss control, general liability, and occupational health and safety.
- License or Certificate – Possession of a valid California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record. Professional certification such as Associate of Risk Management (ARM) and/or Certified Professional in Disability Management (CPDM) designation is desirable.
Application and Selection Procedure
To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, submit your resume, cover letter, and a list of six work-related references (two supervisors, two direct reports, and two colleagues, who will not be contacted without your consent). Your resume should reflect years and months of employment, beginning/ending dates, as well as the size of staff and budgets you have managed.
This position is open until filled with a first resume review date of February 23, 2024.
Please go to our website to submit your application: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2312
For further information contact:
Pam Derby
(916) 471-3126
Email : pderby@cpshr.us
Website: www.cpshr.us/search
Resumes will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this brochure. Candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be given preliminary interviews by the consultants. Candidates deemed most qualified will be referred to the City. Selected candidates will be invited to participate in further interview and selection activities. An appointment will be made following comprehensive reference and background checks.