Risk Management Specialist

Posting Date
06/01/23
Application Deadline
06/15/23
Pay Range
$55,640 - $88,712 annually
The pay range listed above reflects the FULL pay range for this position. Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type
Unclassified
Department
Risk Management
About the Position
If you're passionate about helping people prepare for the unpredictable, join Maricopa County's Department of Risk Management. We seek an enthusiastic and analytical Risk Control Specialist to develop, coordinate, and conduct safety training, audit fieldwork procedures, conduct injury/vehicle collision investigations, and review field safety surveys to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
In this position, you will review and evaluate work activities and procedures County-wide to advise on safety and loss prevention trends and related safety issues. You will work with a team of Risk Management professionals, ensuring accurate assessments and administration of risk services to the County.
About the Department of Risk Management
At the Risk Management Department of Maricopa County, we provide comprehensive services designed to reduce risk and prepare for the unpredictable. We offer liability claims administration, risk financing, insurance procurement, and Risk Management consultations. We accomplish this through a small but dynamic team, along with collaboration from our 13,000 employees and resources that include a $40M annual budget. Join a dynamic team dedicated to helping protect Maricopa County by managing the risks that threaten it.
Proud to Offer

• Tuition reimbursement
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System
• Paid vacation, sick, and parental (birth/adoption) leaves
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Employee discounts for goods and services
• Learn more at maricopa.gov/5284/Why-Work-Here

We Require

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health, safety management, Risk Management, public administration, or a related field
• Two years of professional experience in safety, injury/vehicle collision prevention, or occupational health and safety training

OR

• Equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Other Requirements

• Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire

We Also Value

• Experience conducting facility inspections and incident investigations
• Experience developing, coordinating, and conducting Occupational Safety & Health Safety Training

Job Contributions

• Develop and identify occupational safety and health programs based on current trends
• Conduct occupational safety and health audits and surveys of employee work practices and County operations
• Investigate on-the-job injuries and vehicle accidents to determine the root cause and makes recommendations to prevent the reoccurrence of incidents
• Conduct assessments on county field, shop, warehouse, storage, and office facilities to ensure compliance with 29 CFR OSHA 1910 General Industry and 1926 Construction Industry Occupational Safety and Health Standards, NFPA fire and life safety codes, and Maricopa County policies
• Educate employees in general safety courses, i.e., Fire Extinguisher, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, Blood Borne Pathogen, Defensive Driving, etc.
• Conduct field safety surveys as required, such as hearing conservation, respiratory protection, and personal protective equipment, and completes all the necessary reports, documentation, and training records
• Act as a member of assigned departments' Safety Teams/Committees
• Coordinate with outside agencies and training contractors on fire safety and emergency issues
• Work after-hour callouts for incidents involving severe injuries to employees, damage to County property, or possible County liability

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in various indoor and outdoor environments to assess safety concerns across County departments

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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