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The Risk and Benefits Manager is a working manager responsible for legislative research, policy development and implementation, contract procurement, loss control programs, safety review, and compliance, Workers Compensation insurance, Property and Liability insurance, claims management, employee programs, and benefits, including health, dental, vision, retirement, life, and an employee health clinic and award-winning employee wellness program. The position has three direct reports including a Claims Specialist, Benefits Specialist, and Wellness Coordinator.

The ideal candidate is a proven leader with strong analytical skills, the ability to organize and manage multiple concurrent projects, have strong written and verbal communication, with previous budget management experience and direct experience in risk, safety, and benefit management.  The successful candidate will have the ability to work strategically, in partnership with diverse organizational-wide stakeholders to build consensus and identify innovative ways to improve the health of our organization.

What You'll Do:  

• Direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Risk and Benefit Management Division of the Human Resources Department.
• Coordinate and administer the services and activities of safety, loss control, property/liability claims, risk financing, benefit and wellness programs.
• Provide oversight and direction on Workers' Compensation claims management activities, medical restriction updates and work status in addition to loss control claims and settlements.
• Administer and provide oversight and direction on the City's Benefit and Wellness Programs; ensure policies and programs contain adequate coverage and limits.
• Develop and administer the insurance fund annual budget; forecast fund balances.
• Negotiate and Review contracts and insurance policies.  
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to risk, safety and compliance.