Risk Management Analyst

**Description** Under general direction, performs a variety of assignments related to the administration of the City’s workers’ compensation, loss prevention, insurance, and safety programs; and to perform related work as required. **Representative Duties** Organize and administer workers’ compensation and liability programs; Implement policies and procedures pertinent to the City’s loss control and liability; administer the liability claims program by coordinating claims administration with third-party administrators; ensure the appropriate forms are completed and procedures are followed in claims activities; consult with Manager and/or Director, and when assigned, legal counsel to determine proper actions regarding claims; maintain safety, workers’ compensation and insurance related files and documents; investigate liability claims and lawsuits to ensure claim validity; process summons and complaints; assist in the administration of the City’s general insurance programs; including self-insurance, contract renewal and certificates of insurance; Monitor and analyze insured and uninsured risks making recommendations on appropriate types and levels of insurance; analyze loss expectancies; procure insurance and excess insurance policies; respond to or appropriately refer questions from employees regarding insurance programs; serve as a resource to employees, elected officials, directors and supervisors regarding liability issues; conduct research and compile a variety of reports and documents relative to program activities; monitor and report employee lost time and modified duty activities; prepare reports of City property damage and prepare requests for insurance reimbursements, restitution or subrogation; counsel injured employees regarding benefits, medical treatment, or job status; investigate accidents and prepare related reports; assist in the preparation of budget documents by providing information relative to claims; may be required to represent the department in meetings and legal proceedings, as assigned; perform other related duties as required. **Education and/or Experience** Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities, equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree, with major course work in public administration, business administration, risk management, or a closely related field; AND two years of progressively responsible and varied professional experience in workers’ compensation, industrial safety and claims management. **Knowledge of:** - Principles and practices of workers’ compensation, loss prevention, and safety program administration. - Modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software. Reporting requirements for on-the-job injuries, property damage or loss and safety violations. - Knowledge of State and Federal law as it applies to liability and workers compensation claims. - Occupational hazards and standard safety practices. - Methods and techniques for basic report preparation and writing. **Ability to:** - Prepare clear and concise administrative and statistical reports and analysis. - Maintain accurate and confidential records. Handle confidential matters with discretion. Work closely with outside claims administrators. - Investigate or assist in the investigation of claims. Understand, explain, and apply policies and procedures. Analyze and recommend policy and procedural changes. Operate a computer and utilize a variety of office equipment. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. **WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:** **Physical Demands/Working Conditions** Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.…