Senior Risk Analyst

Essential Functions

• Organizes and maintains the District Risk Management Programs by:
  • Administers the District’s risk programs
  • Plans and organizes the District’s operations and activities related to liability, loss control, property costs recovery, development and maintenance of related insurance programs
  • Provides consultation to the District’s management team concerning risk, claims status; insurance programs and related functions
  • Responds to inquiries; provides detailed and technical information concerning related claims, practices, standards, coverage, laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
  • Investigates and follows up on issues including auto accidents, District property, and customer property incidents
  • Covers field investigations, documents conditions, collects evidence, and coordinates with internal staff and third parties as needed to support claims resolution and risk management
  • Coordinates, investigates, and responds to claims and litigation filed against the District; evaluates claims and recommends settlement or rejection based on the California Tort Claims Act and investigative results; works collaboratively with the District’s General Manager and General Counsel when necessary; complies and analyzes related information; audits and makes adjustments to claim files as needed
  • Coordinates District liability, property, cybersecurity and related insurance programs; reviews, interprets and assures adequate insurance coverage; negotiates, establishes and maintains related insurance policies; obtains quotes; researches and analyzes insurance information to assure optimal and cost-effective rates and policies
  • Communicates with District staff and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, exchange information, and resolve issues or concerns; serves as a liaison between the District and third-party insurance providers
  • Administers loss prevention programs and addresses problem areas for general liability
  • Conducts periodic risk audits of various District policies and procedures as necessary
  • Makes presentations to the Board of Directors on risk management issues, insurance, and claims
• Supports various aspects of Risk Program Management by:
  • Reviews subpoenas and public records requests for information prior to release of any information
  • Affords assistance with litigation preparation efforts
  • Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of risk management
  • Makes policy recommendations regarding risk operations and procedures
  • Maintains monitoring of programs for compliance with existing and new laws; analyzes and reviews policies and programs and coordinates changes with management
  • Participates in the preparation and maintenance of related records, reports and files related to insurance programs, claims, settlements and other assigned duties
  • Organizes and maintains the department’s record retention requirements for data management

Non-Essential Functions

• Performs all related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Education: Associate’s degree with an emphasis in risk management, occupational safety, or related field or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of four years of increasingly responsible experience performing risk management duties including coordinating insurance programs and claims administration. Experience in or working with a governmental agency preferred.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of current applicable local, California and Federal insurance codes and regulations.

Supplemental Information

Olivenhain Municipal Water District offers a comprehensive benefits package. OMWD pays 100 percent of the premium for employees’ and dependents’ dental and vision insurance. In addition, OMWD pays 100 percent of the premium for employees’ and dependents’ medical insurance under three medical plan options. Two medical plan options require a small employee contribution dependent upon coverage level. OMWD also participates in the CalPERS retirement program in addition to life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability programs. Other benefits include paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays and sick days. To learn more, please visit our benefits and compensation page.