Vance County · 1 day ago
Risk & Benefits Manager
Beaumont, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expVance County is responsible for managing various employee benefits and risk management programs. The Risk & Benefits Manager will oversee insurance policies, handle claims, and establish safety procedures to mitigate risks within the county.
Government
Responsibilities
Maintains all county insurance policies, endorsements, bonds and claims reports
Researches available insurance programs and recommends/develops appropriate bid and proposal specifications
Evaluates proposed insurance and benefit programs and formulates recommendations for Commissioners' Court
Establishes procedures for the submission of accident reports and handling of claims and performs related duties as required
Represents the County in all areas of insurance, health benefits and risk management
Acts as liaison between the County, insurance carriers, workers' compensation adjusters, employees and Commissioners' Court
Serves as coordinator for the County's insurance and safety committees
Closely monitors and evaluates losses and provides verbal and written information to departments, assisting them in loss reduction efforts
Drafts written risk management policies
Oversees investigation of accidents and injuries and establishes and monitors effective safety programs
Identifies and analyzes areas of potential risk and hazard in every phase of county business and recommends remedies for such
Analyzes loss history and insurance coverage to determine coverage limits
Coordinates documentation of value of County property
Interacts with insurance agents, brokers and consultants
Manages and coordinates submission of claims
Prepares and recommends budget
Answers questions and provides information to employees and the public
Closely monitors state and federal laws relating to insurance, workers' compensation, and others impacting the work environment of the County
Conducts seminars and workshops relating to risk management and loss control, oversees the operations of the Southeast Texas Government Employees Risk Pool
Performs other job related duties, as directed
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree with major course work in business, public, personnel or safety administration or related field
3 years increasingly responsible experience in claims/loss control, risk management underwriting, workers' compensation or any other combination of education and experience providing the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job
Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of risk management
Knowledge of methods and techniques of risk analysis, health insurance, managed care, workers' compensation administration, loss control and safety program development
Knowledge of budget procedures and techniques
Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment operation
Knowledge of principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting
Knowledge of principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation
Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations
Ability to manage and implement a comprehensive County-wide risk management program including risk analysis, workers compensation administration, comprehensive health insurance program administration, loss control, and safety program development activities
Ability to monitor and ensure program compliance with related laws and regulations
Ability to analyze, interpret, and present information and material related to risk management activities
Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
Ability to develop and manage program budget
Ability to prepare clear and concise reports
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with County officials, employees and the public
Preferred
ARM and/or CSP designations desirable
Benefits
Health care
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Deferred compensation plans
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Prescription drug coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Holidays
Vacation
Sick leave
Personal leave
Use of the Employee Health Clinic
Company
Vance County
Vance County has a vibrant business community as well as a thriving tourism industry.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.11MKey Investors
North Carolina Department of Commerce
2023-06-15Grant· $0.11M
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