NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Manager, Risk Management - Legal
Las Cruces, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $107K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Manager of Risk Management within Dona Ana County. The role involves overseeing the county's risk management, safety, insurance, and claims programs, while identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks to the county, its employees, and the public.
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Responsibilities
Direct, oversee, and perform planning, development, and administration of safety, risk, insurance, and claims programs
Review and evaluate insurance contracts and prepare related reports
Develop, recommend, and implement county-wide insurance and risk management programs based on best practices
Coordinate with the purchasing department to prepare competitive bid specifications for insurance coverage, safety training, and risk management services
Prepare departmental reports, budgets, policies, and procedures
Develop specifications and periodically request bids for insurance coverage
Evaluate, develop, and implement risk management and safety programs to protect county assets, reduce liability exposure, ensure employee safety, control losses, and limit claims
Ensures compliance with all state and federal laws and county ordinances applicable to risk management and safety plans and programs
Develop and manage liability, property, casualty, and workers’ compensation claims programs
Develop and maintain real property and vehicle inventories for insurance and premium purposes
Track and maintain accurate data, certificates of insurance, and valuations for risk management purposes
Review and analyze claims to determine cause and recommend corrective actions to reduce future risk
Identify and analyze risks and hazards affecting the county, employees, and the public
Evaluate loss history, research risk reduction strategies, and implement measures to minimize losses
Provide information and coordinate with claimants, representatives, adjusters, attorneys, insurance brokers, and insurance companies
Administer County’s workers compensation program
Handle property and liability claims in consultation with the Legal Department regarding litigation and policy interpretation
Conduct preliminary investigations of accidents involving county employees, vehicles, and liability claims
Meet with department heads and county legal staff to discuss litigation, safety and claims
Work with Facility department to identify risks, make suggestions for maintenance and repair
Provide advice related to risk and safety protocols to county management, department heads, supervisors and county employees
Develop and oversee training materials and may deliver training to county employees
Direct, schedule, and oversee the work and performance of assigned staff
Participate in hiring, termination, counseling, or disciplinary actions as needed
Appraise staff performance and set goals
Monitor risk management program outcomes and evaluate effectiveness
Prepare and present reports to management on claims, loss trends, insurance coverage, and program performance
Recommend operational, procedural, and policy improvements to enhance risk mitigation and cost efficiency
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Public Administration, Occupational Health, Risk Management, Insurance, Public Safety or a related field
Five (5) years of experience in two or more of the following areas: workers compensation, claims management, property and liability insurance, risk and loss control, workplace safety and/or environmental health is required
Valid driver's license
Must maintain a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with County policy
Certified Risk Manager (CRM), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) required within one (1) year of hire
Must pass pre-employment background check and driving record check
Preferred
Two (2) years of supervisory or lead experience is preferred
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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