Associate Risk Control Specialist

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Job Description

The Associate Risk Control Specialist position is a training position with Wright Risk Management – New York Municipal Insurance Reciprocal (NYMIR).  This position will combine the administrative aspects of tracking and monitoring of risk management risk review reports, consultative work, training, etc.; in tandem with conducting actual risk management field work such as risk assessments, consultations, attending safety committee meetings, on-site training, etc.

NYMIR is a not-for profit, licensed, regulated insurer owned by its policyholders with nearly 900 municipalities across New York State.  The field position will require travel within a designated service territory within New York State and as directed by the Director of Risk Management.   

The primary responsibility for this position is to undergo administrative training in advance of initial supervised field training to provide risk evaluations for NYMIR clients and agency partners in order to eventually handle their own territory independently. Risk management activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Initially, become familiar with utilizing Risk Management RCT platform that is used to process and track all Risk Management activity including distribution of recommendation letters and correspondence to NYMIR members, setting tasks, and compiling periodic management reports to the Director of Risk Management.

• Risk Evaluations/Assessments of municipal facilities and operations to address property and casualty exposures and hazards to assess the risks and evaluate control measures to determine adequacy and develop appropriate recommendations in a timely manner to assist the member with claims frequency and severity reduction measures.

• Evaluations of client risk management, loss control, and safety programs and policies to assist members where needed to comply with state and federal mandated safety regulations.

• Conduct specialized training and seminars to members in those programs that are essential to loss prevention and reduction efforts.

The Associate Risk Control Specialist will initially become familiar with the systems used for data storage and extracting reports needed to evaluate program performance.  The next stage is providing effective risk assessments and service delivery to municipalities of all sizes from small and large villages and towns to larger cities and counties. This work involves contacting the member to schedule risk review assessments for property & casualty exposures and controls; and deliver appropriate risk control recommendations.

The work involves understanding the systems and protocols involved in evaluating risks both in preparation for field visits and communicating an evaluation of risk to internal and external clients.  Field visits require effective planning to complete the assigned risk assessments over a wide geographic area in a timely manner. The associate will initially work under the supervision of an experienced Senior Risk Control Specialist as well as the Team Leader and Director of Risk Management.  

The candidate will eventually provide risk control services to clients within a designated territory.   Travel within New York State and some overnight stays will be required.

This position requires a high-quality performance standard in a highly active pair of programs, providing technical support services to risk management, underwriting, marketing, claims, clients, and broker/agency partners. This position will be based in the Albany Office. 

The Associate Risk Control Specialist reports to the Director of Risk Management

The Associate Risk Control Specialist will:

• Monitor client P&C loss experience with targeted loss analyses to plan, develop and recommend risk control services to members to address loss trends and mitigate claims.

• Conduct on-site surveys to perform risk assessments of members and provide appropriate risk control recommendations.

• Provide comprehensive reports and recommendations utilizing our on-line management system for underwriting.

• Maintain open communications with clients, marketing, claims, underwriting, and management.

• Support marketing and membership services efforts for existing and prospective members by presenting or coordinating the information on available risk control services, including participation in seminar activity.

• Pursue continuing education courses for professional development.

• Perform other activities, duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

• Education:  BS/BA degree or working towards one.  Occupational/industrial/Commercial safety, environmental, emergency management, engineering, fire science or safety related degree preferred.

• License/Certification/Designation: Attainment of Associate in Risk Management, (ARM), Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities, (ARM-P) and/or Associate Safety Professional or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) is desired.

• Experience: Qualified candidates should have 1-3 years of public sector and/or private sector loss control or risk management experience.  Will consider college graduate with compatible skillset.

• Knowledge:  General risk control policies, practices and procedures, with a concentration in property and casualty exposures. Current knowledge of state and federal workplace safety and regulatory standards, (e.g. DOL, PESH, OSHA, DOT, NFPA), is a plus.

• Skills/Competencies:  Proficient with MS Office, particularly Excel, with Power BI a plus.  Strong relationship-building, marketing and consulting skills are required to interact with underwriting, agents, clients, managers, third parties and team members. Strong written and verbal communication skills, effective prioritization of work, and meeting deadlines are all essential elements of the job.

This position requires frequent travel by car, with some overnight stays.  Candidate must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record. 

This position requires physical surveys of client facilities and operations; as well as conducting lengthy training and seminar presentations. Therefore, the candidate must be capable of climbing stairs, ladders, and walking over irregular surfaces.  Must be able to stand and walk for long periods, climb, stoop, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs.

What We Offer

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

• Competitive pay based on experience

• Ability to work hybrid

• Paid Time Off

• Generous benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), and many additional benefits

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Salary Range: $50,000 - $70,000 depending on experience

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in the diversity of our team and seek diversity in our applicants.