DIVISION DIRECTOR, RISK MANAGEMENT Salary $93,121.38 - $139,676.00 Annually Location Boynton Beach, FL Job Type Full Time Job Number 20250205 Department City Attorney Division Risk Management Opening Date 02/05/2025 Closing Date 3/5/2025 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Exempt + Description + Benefits + Questions Purpose of Classification The Division Director of Risk Management is responsible for overseeing and managing the City's comprehensive risk management program. This includes administering workers' compensation, employee safety programs, and coordinating loss prevention and control activities. The role focuses on identifying and assessing risks that could impact the City's reputation, safety, security, and financial stability. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED This is an exempt, at-will, full-time position requiring on-premises work five days per week. The position reports to the City Attorney and requires a valid Florida driver's license. Employment is contingent upon passing a criminal background check. While the position operates under the direction of the City Attorney, the incumbent is expected to exercise considerable initiative and independent professional judgment in performing technical aspects of the job. Essential Functions As outlined herein, the following duties and functions are intended to represent the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Program Management The Division Director develops and implements comprehensive risk management policies and procedures, including maintaining and updating the City's safety manual. They are responsible for reviewing and evaluating City insurance policies, making recommendations on policy changes, and developing proposals for insurance carriers. A key aspect of the role involves reviewing and implementing the City's emergency preparedness plan. Staff Supervision In their leadership capacity, the Division Director supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff members. This includes addressing employee concerns, conducting performance appraisals, and providing technical assistance and training. The Division Director ensures work quality through regular review of staff output for accuracy and policy compliance. Workers' Compensation Administration The Division Director oversees all aspects of workers' compensation, including review of incident and accident reports, insurance forms, and medical reports. They monitor case status, review findings from adjusters, administrators, attorneys, and physicians, and make final determinations on claim settlements. Safety Program Management Safety program oversight includes conducting defensive driving classes and coordinating safety coordinator training. The Division Director administers the safety awards program and conducts field investigations of safety practices across City Departments. They perform regular audits of departmental safety procedures and recommend operational improvements. Regular attendance at safety and accident review meetings is required. Analysis and Reporting The position involves extensive analytical work, including review of statistical data on claims, incidents, and risk exposure. The Division Director analyzes trends in damages and losses, preparing detailed reports for city departments and the City Commission. They attend Commission meetings to present findings and address inquiries. Additional responsibilities include preparing insurance and claims reports for the State of Florida and contributing risk management articles to the city newsletter. Stakeholder Relations The Division Director maintains productive relationships with various stakeholders, including Department Directors, City Officials, State Officials, Insurance Agents, Adjusters, Third-Party Administrators, Attorneys, and Medical Service Providers. Regular interaction with the Workers' Compensation Carrier is also required. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a closely related field, combined with three years of experience in insurance administration and risk management. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Valid Florida Drivers License. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting or closely related field Professional certifications: Certified Risk Manager (CRM) or Financial Risk Manager (FRM) Two (2) or more years of previous work experience in local government Supplemental Information The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in risk identification, assessment, and mitigation planning. Strong capabilities in policy development, compliance oversight, and financial analysis are essential. The role requires excellent communication skills, leadership ability, and proven experience in stakeholder management. The Division Director must maintain current knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices through ongoing professional development. + Risk identification: Proactively identify potential risks across all aspects of the organization, including operational, financial, legal, reputational, and safety hazards. + Risk assessment: Analyze the likelihood and potential impact of identified risks to prioritize them and determine appropriate mitigation strategies. + Risk mitigation planning: Develop and implement action plans to address identified risks, including preventive measures, contingency plans, and risk transfer mechanisms like insurance. + Policy development: Establish and maintain clear risk management policies and procedures to guide decision-making and ensure consistent risk handling across the organization. + Monitoring and reporting: Continuously monitor risks, track mitigation efforts, and provide regular reports to senior management on the risk profile and potential issues. + Communication and training: Educate employees at all levels about risk management practices, policies, and procedures to promote a culture of risk awareness. + Insurance management: Work with insurance brokers to ensure adequate coverage for identified risks and manage claims processes. + Compliance oversight: + Financial acumen: Understand financial implications of risks and potential mitigation costs Physical and Sensory Requirements / Environmental Factors Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station. Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally. Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, humidity, rain, temperature extremes, or traffic hazards. The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is anEqual Opportunity Employer (EEO)andAffirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications). Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions, and requirements are subject to possible modifications to accommodate individuals with disabilities reasonably. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to their health, safety, or others. Requirements represent the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability. Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package. The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes: • Student Loan Forgiveness • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Care Plan • Basic Term Life Insurance • Supplemental Life Insurance • Dependent Life Insurance • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance • City Pension Plan • Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans • Long Term Disability Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • 457 Savings Plan (three options) • Paid Annual Leave / Vacation • Bonus Vacation Hours • 12 Paid Holidays • Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave • Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding) • On-site Training Program • Wellness Program • Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans • Credit Union • Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan • Flexible Spending Account • Direct Deposit • Social Security Student Loan Forgiveness Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify. Health Insurance The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s). Dental Insurance Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City. Vision Care Plan Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee. Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance. Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased. Dependent Life Insurance Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children. City Retirement / Pension Plans The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program. Supplemental Plans Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans. Short and Long Term Disability The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems. Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans) The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis. Vacation All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment. Holidays The City observes12 paid holidays throughout the year. Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family. Tuition Assistance*(Depending on available budget funding) The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees. Wellness Program The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year. Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans. CreditUnion All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities. Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you. Flexible Spending Accounts Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses. Direct Deposit Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice. 01 Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Business Administration, Risk Management, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or closely related field? + Yes + No 02 Do you have three (3) years of experience in Insurance Administration and Risk Management? + Yes + No 03 If you answered No to any of the previous questions, do you have an equivalent combination education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities? + Yes + No 04 Do you have a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Business Administration, Risk Management, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or closely related field? + Yes + No 05 Please indicate the certifications you currently possess: + Certified Risk Manager + Financial Risk Manager + I do not have any of the certifications listed above, but I have other Risk Management-related professional certifications. + I do not have any Risk Management-related professional certifications. 06 Do you have two (2) years or more of local government experience? + Yes + No Required Question Employer City of Boynton Beach Address 100 E. 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