Risk Manager

Recruitment #17-107080-01

Introduction

Become a Strategic Partner!

Help us foster an environment where a well-qualified and trained workforce succeeds.

The County of Solano recognizes that our employees are our biggest asset. We work collaboratively to solve problems and introduce creative solutions. If you are a creative team player with a broad risk management background, we invite you to apply for the position of Risk Manager.

The position of Risk Manager serves as a member of the Department of Human Resources' management team and manages the Risk Management Division's team.  The mission of the Human Resources Department is to be a strategic partner who provides our customers with high quality services and fosters an environment where a well-qualified and trained workforce succeeds.

The Position

The Risk Manager manages and directs the County's risk management programs including occupational health and safety, loss prevention, self-insured workers' compensation, property/casualty liabilities, disability leave administration, ADA Title I, wellness, risk analysis, insurance and underwriting, and policy and procedures development. 

In addition to the minimum qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will also exemplify the following critical attributes for success:

  • Political astuteness, possessing the skills necessary for identifying, navigating and successfully interacting within the dynamics of the organization while maintaining sensitivity to the competing needs of a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to identify and understand complex problems and concepts, apply logical thinking and quantitative methods to gathering and analyzing information, make decisions and exercise good judgment based on available data, design solutions to problems, and formulate and articulate action plans proactively and collaboratively.
  • Strategic planner with a sound understanding of designing, developing and implementing programmatic modifications based on legislative changes.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage workers' compensation Third Party Administrator and vendor contracts.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in the technical areas of Risk Management (e.g., Occupational Health and Safety, risk pooling authorities, property, casualty and liability programs, etc.).
  • Possession of an Associate in Risk Management (ARM) certification, or equivalent, is desirable.

The current vacancy is for regular, full-time position.  This position is an “at-will” senior management position and is exempt from the civil service; the incumbent serves at the discretion of the appointing authority.

Required Experience and Education:

Experience: 

Five (5) years of experience in planning, managing and conducting a variety of risk management activities including at least three (3) years managing and supervising staff in self-insured workers' compensation programs.              

Education/Training: 

A Bachelor’s degree is required from an accredited university with a major in Public Administration, Business Administration, Engineering, Public Safety, or a closely related field.

Additional requirements:

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License may be required.

Independent travel may be required.

To view the job description for this position, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16003

BENEFITS

  • Solano County offers a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. The County contribution for family coverage for the 2017 calendar year is $1,430.11 per month. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage. The County may offer a supplemental contribution for employees enrolled in Employee plus Two or More coverage.
  • Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.   
  • Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security.
  • The County observes 12 fixed, paid holidays per year.  
  • Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 3 years. Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year.
  • Effective July 1 of each year, 80 hours of administrative leave is granted.
  • Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10 years. Employees may receive credit for prior years of service employed with California cities, counties, joint power authorities, and other special districts as approved by the Director of Human Resources and the County Administrator.

To view the benefits for this position, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16488

 

Selection Process

Submit your application and all required documents no later than 5:00pm on June 9, 2017. Mark your calendar for a potential two day interviewing process on June 28 and 29 (first and second interviews). Based on the information provided in the applications documents, the best qualified applicants may be invited to the interviewing process. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.

How to Apply

Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com, to apply. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted with the Document Cover Sheet, available on the employment website: http://www.jobaps.com/Solano/sup/doccover.pdf or at the Department of Human Resources’ office,  and are due by the final filing date.

Previously submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield 94533. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA.

Document Submittal Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree is required for this position. All candidates must submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying the date and degree conferred) by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts by the final filing date will be disqualified from the recruitment.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:  Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service.  The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment.  Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.

How to Submit Your Documents

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents in-person or by mail at Solano County Department of Human Resources 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800, Fairfield CA  94533, by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com.  When submitting documents in-person, by mail or by fax, include the recruitment title (Risk Manager) and the recruitment number (17107080-01).  If submitting documents by email include the recruitment title and recruitment number in the subject field.

Selection Plan

06/09/2017 Final Filing Date; Deadline to submit required documents
06/28/2017 Tentative Date Oral Board
06/29/2017 Tentative Date Hiring Interviews

Americans With Disabilities Act

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:  Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215.

This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment.  Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.

Solano County

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The County of Solano offers a blend of agriculture, corporate business, cultural venues, festivals and events, and provides residents with many recreation and entertainment choices. The County is also home to Travis Air Force Base.

Solano County is centrally located and serves as a gateway to all that Northern California has to offer. The Napa Valley is less than 20 miles away, two world-class public universities (UC Berkeley and UC Davis) are 20 miles away, and both San Francisco and Sacramento are less than 40 minutes away. Day trips can also be made to South Lake Tahoe and Monterey.

With its strategic location, affordable housing, natural resources, responsible land use planning, and attractive quality of life, Solano County is a great place to live, learn, work and play.

County Population (January 2016): 431,498

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.  

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