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Maricopa County Risk Management Department
Announcing An Outstanding Career Opportunity
Director of Risk Management Maricopa County
Citizens serving Citizens The Community
Mission
Today, Maricopa County is home to over 3.8 million people, and is one of the fastest growing populations in the United States over the last decade. Given its warm climate, more than 12 million visitors come annually to the Valley of the Sun. Recreational activities include some 200+ golf courses, and more than 120,000 acres of County park land in which to camp, hike, fish or just relax. Natural attractions such as the Grand Canyon and the red rocks of Sedona are only a few hours away.
The mission of Maricopa County is to provide regional leadership and fiscally responsible, necessary public services so residents can enjoy living in a healthy, safe community.
Structure Maricopa County is the largest local government in Arizona. The County has the equivalent of more than 13,000 full-time County employees serving the public in such areas as public health, flood control, law enforcement, libraries, parks and recreation, courts, transportation, animal care and control, economic and community development, and elections. The County organization reflects the constitutional separation of powers and the unique constitutional and statutory provisions that establish county government in Arizona. Maricopa County’s total annual budget is in excess of $2.3 billion.
Economy Maricopa County has a full-service economy that provides large markets in retail, health care, research, customer service, entertainment, financial and banking, wholesale trade, agricultural, arts and cultural, construction, manufacturing, light industry, distribution, and recreation and leisure services. Maricopa County’s economic base continues to evolve and become more diverse. The reliance on tourism and construction is decreasing as other industries grow. Maricopa County’s quality of life, cost of living, skilled workforce, good universities and favorable business climate contribute to the improvement of its economy. Maricopa County has also been repeatedly recognized as one of the best managed local governments in America. Taken together, these factors make Maricopa County an exceptional place to build a career.
Vision Citizens serving citizens by working collaboratively, innovatively, efficiently, and effectively. We will be responsive to our customers while being fiscally prudent.
Strategic Priorities Ensure safe communities. Provide all citizens with access to an effective, integrated justice system . Promote and protect the public health of the community. Promote opportunities for and educate residents so they can improve their own circumstances and quality of life. Reduce the environmental impact of County government and provide leadership to promote regional environmental sustainability, including the preservation of open, natural park and recreation lands. Contribute to an effective regional economy, including a safe and efficient transportation system. Increase citizen satisfaction and trust in County government with efficient, effective, and accountable public services. Exercise sound financial management and build the County’s fiscal strength. Maintain a quality workforce and equip County employees with the tools, skills, workspace and resources they need to do their jobs safely and well.
“Our definition of excellence is delivering full value to the taxpayer and citizen for every dollar spent.” David R. Smith, County Manager
Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Maricopa County Risk Management emphasizes self-insurance and the application of risk management best practices.
About the Department
The Position
Mission: The mission of the Risk Management Department is to provide loss prevention and control programs and direction, insurance, environmental and claims management services to Maricopa County departments, districts and Trust members so they can reduce or eliminate losses.
The purpose of this position is to plan, organize and direct the Maricopa County Risk Management Department and its various programs. The Director of Risk Management will oversee a department budget of $43.9 million, a self-insured Risk Trust with a cash balance of $62.5 million and a staff of 23 employees.
Vision: The Risk Management Department will be recognized as a leader and relied upon for a countywide risk management philosophy and culture.
Opportunities & Challenges The County is facing a serious revenue short fall. Demand for County services remain stable, which means continuing risk. If risks are not addressed then the potential liability exposure to the County will result in increased costs further negatively affecting the County's budget. Continuing negative socioeconomic factors (litigious society, insurance markets' instability) have increased the Cost of Risk (litigation expenses, insurance premium costs) to the County. Retention and recruitment of skilled and experienced Risk Management professionals is key to providing our customers competent advice and services on risk issues. The County injury incident rate, comparing the number of recordable workplace injuries to the number of hours worked, measures how safely employees are performing their jobs. If the County injury incident rate continues to increase, and is not properly addressed, department costs will increase and productivity will decrease.
Strategic Goals By 2015, the Cost of Risk will be at or less than 1%. By 2015, the injury incident rate will not increase each year by more than 1% over the 3-year-average. By 2015, voluntary, non-retirement turnover will be 10% or less.
Duties include but are not limited to: Plans, organizes, and supervises the work of professional, supervisory and paraprofessional personnel (23 in total). Prepares and implements departmental budget; performs continuous expenditure reviews and participates in budget adjustment requests. Identifies, develops, implements, and reviews risk management programs to avert or limit serious impact on the County’s financial structure from unplanned and uncontrolled losses; prepares operational and risk reports, accompanied by management analysis and recommendations. Develops and maintains an information system for timely and accurate recording of losses, claims, settlements, insurance premiums, environmental issues, and other risk related costs and information. Coordinates with a Third Party Administrator to administer the County’s Workers Compensation program. Procures property, general liability, and medical malpractice insurance as required, to conserve the resources of the County, and provides technical assistance evaluating proposed insurance contracts; reviews bid proposals and contracts for outside contract work or services necessary to implement and continue risk management programs. Administers the County Self Insured Trust and provides updates to the Board of Trustees as to insurance costs and coverage, and pending claims and lawsuits to settle or defend.
www.maricopa.gov/riskmgt The Ideal Candidate
Benefits
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree* in Business or Public Administration, Risk Management or a related field and a minimum of ten (10) years professional risk management or occupational safety experience, which included loss control/prevention programs and claims management. Position also requires at least five (5) years of supervisory or management responsibilities. The successful candidate must possess knowledge of the principles and practices of risk management, insurance coverage, occupational safety, loss control and loss prevention, claims and settlement management. Must have a thorough understanding of applicable federal and state rules and regulations. Position also requires advanced knowledge of commercial law, including liability, Worker’s Compensation, contract law, environmental regulations and safety engineering practices. Must have proficiency with financial accounting/budgeting principles, program monitoring/evaluation techniques and supervision/ personnel administration. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. Possession of any of the following certifications/licenses desired: Associate Risk Manager (ARM), Associate in Claims (AIC), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Arizona Licensed Risk Manager, Arizona Certified Insurance Administrator. A license to practice law in the state of Arizona helpful.
In addition, benefits are provided which include: medical, dental and vision health plans; health care, dependent care flexible spending accounts; deferred compensation programs; County-paid life insurance; short/long-term disability insurance; paid holidays, vacation, sick and family medical leave; training and employee development; tuition reimbursement; wellness program including 24/7 free gym; subsidized bus, vanpool and commuter programs and County subsidized membership in one of three State sponsored retirement plans. Click here for an indepth overview of Maricopa County’s benefits package.
*Please note that degrees/credits must be from an academically accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education (CHEA).
Compensation Maricopa County offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package. The salary range for this position is within an established range of $85,842 to $144,144 annually, with hiring dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.
How to Apply Interested applicants are required to complete and submit an online application here or at www.maricopa.gov/jobs. For assistance in completing the online application, please contact Employment Services at (602) 506-3755. Submitted application materials should describe your experience as it relates to the responsibilities indicated in this description. A comprehensive reference check will be conducted on the top finalists. The information submitted is subject to public disclosure. Subject to Board of Supervisors approval, assistance with moving relocation expenses may be available. This position is Unclassified under Merit System Rules. For additional please contact:
information on this great opportunity,
Andy Mesquita, Recruitment Supervisor Maricopa County Human Resources 301 W. Jefferson, Suite 200 Phoenix, AZ 85003 Telephone: (602) 506-7031 E-mail: [email protected] Application Deadline: Friday, February 3, 2012
Maricopa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Announcing An Outstanding Career Opportunity
Director of Risk Management Maricopa County
Citizens serving Citizens The Community
Mission
Today, Maricopa County is home to over 3.8 million people, and is one of the fastest growing populations in the United States over the last decade. Given its warm climate, more than 12 million visitors come annually to the Valley of the Sun. Recreational activities include some 200+ golf courses, and more than 120,000 acres of County park land in which to camp, hike, fish or just relax. Natural attractions such as the Grand Canyon and the red rocks of Sedona are only a few hours away.
The mission of Maricopa County is to provide regional leadership and fiscally responsible, necessary public services so residents can enjoy living in a healthy, safe community.
Structure Maricopa County is the largest local government in Arizona. The County has the equivalent of more than 13,000 full-time County employees serving the public in such areas as public health, flood control, law enforcement, libraries, parks and recreation, courts, transportation, animal care and control, economic and community development, and elections. The County organization reflects the constitutional separation of powers and the unique constitutional and statutory provisions that establish county government in Arizona. Maricopa County’s total annual budget is in excess of $2.3 billion.
Economy Maricopa County has a full-service economy that provides large markets in retail, health care, research, customer service, entertainment, financial and banking, wholesale trade, agricultural, arts and cultural, construction, manufacturing, light industry, distribution, and recreation and leisure services. Maricopa County’s economic base continues to evolve and become more diverse. The reliance on tourism and construction is decreasing as other industries grow. Maricopa County’s quality of life, cost of living, skilled workforce, good universities and favorable business climate contribute to the improvement of its economy. Maricopa County has also been repeatedly recognized as one of the best managed local governments in America. Taken together, these factors make Maricopa County an exceptional place to build a career.
Vision Citizens serving citizens by working collaboratively, innovatively, efficiently, and effectively. We will be responsive to our customers while being fiscally prudent.
Strategic Priorities Ensure safe communities. Provide all citizens with access to an effective, integrated justice system . Promote and protect the public health of the community. Promote opportunities for and educate residents so they can improve their own circumstances and quality of life. Reduce the environmental impact of County government and provide leadership to promote regional environmental sustainability, including the preservation of open, natural park and recreation lands. Contribute to an effective regional economy, including a safe and efficient transportation system. Increase citizen satisfaction and trust in County government with efficient, effective, and accountable public services. Exercise sound financial management and build the County’s fiscal strength. Maintain a quality workforce and equip County employees with the tools, skills, workspace and resources they need to do their jobs safely and well.
“Our definition of excellence is delivering full value to the taxpayer and citizen for every dollar spent.” David R. Smith, County Manager
Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Maricopa County Risk Management emphasizes self-insurance and the application of risk management best practices.
About the Department
The Position
Mission: The mission of the Risk Management Department is to provide loss prevention and control programs and direction, insurance, environmental and claims management services to Maricopa County departments, districts and Trust members so they can reduce or eliminate losses.
The purpose of this position is to plan, organize and direct the Maricopa County Risk Management Department and its various programs. The Director of Risk Management will oversee a department budget of $43.9 million, a self-insured Risk Trust with a cash balance of $62.5 million and a staff of 23 employees.
Vision: The Risk Management Department will be recognized as a leader and relied upon for a countywide risk management philosophy and culture.
Opportunities & Challenges The County is facing a serious revenue short fall. Demand for County services remain stable, which means continuing risk. If risks are not addressed then the potential liability exposure to the County will result in increased costs further negatively affecting the County's budget. Continuing negative socioeconomic factors (litigious society, insurance markets' instability) have increased the Cost of Risk (litigation expenses, insurance premium costs) to the County. Retention and recruitment of skilled and experienced Risk Management professionals is key to providing our customers competent advice and services on risk issues. The County injury incident rate, comparing the number of recordable workplace injuries to the number of hours worked, measures how safely employees are performing their jobs. If the County injury incident rate continues to increase, and is not properly addressed, department costs will increase and productivity will decrease.
Strategic Goals By 2015, the Cost of Risk will be at or less than 1%. By 2015, the injury incident rate will not increase each year by more than 1% over the 3-year-average. By 2015, voluntary, non-retirement turnover will be 10% or less.
Duties include but are not limited to: Plans, organizes, and supervises the work of professional, supervisory and paraprofessional personnel (23 in total). Prepares and implements departmental budget; performs continuous expenditure reviews and participates in budget adjustment requests. Identifies, develops, implements, and reviews risk management programs to avert or limit serious impact on the County’s financial structure from unplanned and uncontrolled losses; prepares operational and risk reports, accompanied by management analysis and recommendations. Develops and maintains an information system for timely and accurate recording of losses, claims, settlements, insurance premiums, environmental issues, and other risk related costs and information. Coordinates with a Third Party Administrator to administer the County’s Workers Compensation program. Procures property, general liability, and medical malpractice insurance as required, to conserve the resources of the County, and provides technical assistance evaluating proposed insurance contracts; reviews bid proposals and contracts for outside contract work or services necessary to implement and continue risk management programs. Administers the County Self Insured Trust and provides updates to the Board of Trustees as to insurance costs and coverage, and pending claims and lawsuits to settle or defend.
www.maricopa.gov/riskmgt The Ideal Candidate
Benefits
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree* in Business or Public Administration, Risk Management or a related field and a minimum of ten (10) years professional risk management or occupational safety experience, which included loss control/prevention programs and claims management. Position also requires at least five (5) years of supervisory or management responsibilities. The successful candidate must possess knowledge of the principles and practices of risk management, insurance coverage, occupational safety, loss control and loss prevention, claims and settlement management. Must have a thorough understanding of applicable federal and state rules and regulations. Position also requires advanced knowledge of commercial law, including liability, Worker’s Compensation, contract law, environmental regulations and safety engineering practices. Must have proficiency with financial accounting/budgeting principles, program monitoring/evaluation techniques and supervision/ personnel administration. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. Possession of any of the following certifications/licenses desired: Associate Risk Manager (ARM), Associate in Claims (AIC), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Arizona Licensed Risk Manager, Arizona Certified Insurance Administrator. A license to practice law in the state of Arizona helpful.
In addition, benefits are provided which include: medical, dental and vision health plans; health care, dependent care flexible spending accounts; deferred compensation programs; County-paid life insurance; short/long-term disability insurance; paid holidays, vacation, sick and family medical leave; training and employee development; tuition reimbursement; wellness program including 24/7 free gym; subsidized bus, vanpool and commuter programs and County subsidized membership in one of three State sponsored retirement plans. Click here for an indepth overview of Maricopa County’s benefits package.
*Please note that degrees/credits must be from an academically accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education (CHEA).
Compensation Maricopa County offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package. The salary range for this position is within an established range of $85,842 to $144,144 annually, with hiring dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.
How to Apply Interested applicants are required to complete and submit an online application here or at www.maricopa.gov/jobs. For assistance in completing the online application, please contact Employment Services at (602) 506-3755. Submitted application materials should describe your experience as it relates to the responsibilities indicated in this description. A comprehensive reference check will be conducted on the top finalists. The information submitted is subject to public disclosure. Subject to Board of Supervisors approval, assistance with moving relocation expenses may be available. This position is Unclassified under Merit System Rules. For additional please contact:
information on this great opportunity,
Andy Mesquita, Recruitment Supervisor Maricopa County Human Resources 301 W. Jefferson, Suite 200 Phoenix, AZ 85003 Telephone: (602) 506-7031 E-mail: [email protected] Application Deadline: Friday, February 3, 2012
Maricopa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
