Risk Manager

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a risk management strategy that is aligned with the organization's philosophy and is in compliance with state and federal laws.
• Partner with key stakeholders to develop and execute standards, processes, programs and best practices related to risk management.
• Collaborate closely with People Operations on workers' compensation claims, including coordination on reporting, case management, and return-to-work processes.
• Facilitate regular claims review with internal and external counsel.
• Manage insurance procurement for non-league program policies.
• Streamline claims resolution to decrease average length of open claims.
• Proactively coordinate and prepare insurance renewal submissions, exposure data, loss runs and underwriting presentations.
• Provide necessary consultation to key stakeholders regarding risks and mitigation/prevention strategies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for insurance carriers, brokers, insurance-appointed counsel, internal stakeholders, and third party claimants.
• Maintain compliance with risk management policies including partnering with 3rd party vendors for support.
• Evaluate, recommend, and administer insurance programs, including but not limited to Property, Casualty, General Liability, Workers' Compensation, Directors & Officers, Cyber, and event-related coverages.
• Continuously monitor and assess safety concerns and policies at all Athletics facilities.
• Review insurance provisions in contracts and evaluate Certificates of Insurance for compliance and risk transfer adequacy.
• Effectively partner with the Finance team to prepare and manage the annual risk management budget as well as estimated liabilities for annual financial budgeting.
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• Coordinate loss control, risk mitigation, and carrier site visits across facilities and operations.
• Manage the full lifecycle of claims and litigation, including intake, investigation, carrier reporting, coordination with insurance-appointed defense counsel, settlement negotiations, mediations, hearings, and post-resolution activities.
• Provide timely and accurate notice of claims and potential claims to carriers and track compliance with policy requirements.
• Persistently partner closely with Stadium Operations regarding incident reporting, claims, and losses arising from events.

Qualifications/Requirements

• 7–10 years of Risk Management experience in a large venue, live entertainment or other similarly complex environment.
• Proficient with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Etc.) and Google Suite (Mail, Calendar, Google Hangout, Google Docs, Etc.).
• Strong leadership skills with the proven ability to develop and implement programs from start to finish.
• Knowledgeable of federal and state laws pertaining to risk management.
• Bachelor's degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Risk Manager and/or Associate in Risk Management preferred.
• Extensive safety, loss prevention, and claims training experience preferred.

Benefits

• The A's are a baseball team founded in 1901 and have a rich history of winning championships and being recognized as one of the best employers in sports.
• The A's are committed to creating a positive work culture that values its employees and fosters innovation and inclusivity.
• The A's offer competitive pay and benefits, including a comprehensive health and wellness program, retirement savings plans, and opportunities for professional development.
• The A's provide a supportive and collaborative work environment where employees can thrive and grow professionally.

Pay

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Annual performance reviews and opportunities for career advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.

Schedule

• This is a full-time position with flexible scheduling to accommodate the needs of the organization and the employee.
• Regular hours may vary depending on the season and events scheduled.
• Employees are expected to be available during peak seasons and events.