Temporary - Risk Analyst

Job Description:

Temporary - Risk Analyst

Description

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job, plus four (4) years of experience in assigned areas of risk analysis/management or commercial insurance underwriting.
• Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• None

Notes to Applicants
The Human Resources Department works to position the City of Austin as an employer of choice through balanced, efficient and collaborative strategic partnerships. We support and develop a high performing and diverse workforce that fosters a healthy, safe, respectful and productive work environment for employees and their families, City departments and the community.

The Risk Analyst (temporary) will assist with placement and renewal of City Insurance coverages, contract reviews for insurance requirements, and Certificate of Insurance compliance reviews. Reports directly to Insurance Manager.

When completing a City of Austin employment application:

Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.

• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles, description of duties and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered.
• A resume is required but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please include contact information from previous employers. Statements such as “see resume” will not be accepted.

Travel:
If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications.
Pay Range
$33.49 - $42.71
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Job Close Date 11/13/2024 Type of Posting External Department Human Resources Regular/Temporary Temporary Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 505 Barton Springs Road, Suite 600, Austin, TX 78704 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience working in Risk Management
• Experience with placement, renewal, and review of insurance coverages and contracts
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


Conducts analysis of potential risks to the City and recommends risk management techniques and actions minimizing or transferring exposures and financing losses. Coordinates property and casualty insurance programs and recommends changes in policy forms, coverage, and deductibles. Coordinates property loss control engineering. Researches industry best practices and writes requests for proposals to secure the services for self-insurance and risk management functions. Evaluates, identifies, and recommends solutions for existing programs, including monitoring the implementation of agreed upon solutions until problem resolution. Develops and implements systems and procedures to ensure that vendors are in compliance with all contractual provisions. Compiles and analyzes self-insurance and/or premium costs, industry and reserve trends and benchmarks, performance-based incentives, and statistical data. Provides recommendations for new initiatives and program improvements. Plans, designs, develops, implements, and evaluates programs within area of specialization for Citywide use. Analyzes contracts between the City and outside vendors and determines the scope and provisions of all insurance coverage and provisions required by the City. Develops, implements, and conducts training and/or group meetings to collect or distribute information. Provides consulting to departments and the public on insurance coverage reviews, interpretations of coverage, property and liability exposures, and causes of loss. Completes property valuations (physical appraisals) for insurance and participates in discussions with departments and carriers to evaluate findings.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May lead and train others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of risk management technique and practices.
• Knowledge of Commercial Property and/or Casualty insurance policies.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing commercial insurance and/or risk management techniques.
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to lead others.
• Ability to develop and maintain current knowledge of Risk Management Programs.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Risk Analyst position are: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job, plus four (4) years of experience in assigned areas of risk analysis/management or commercial insurance underwriting. Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe your experience working in Risk Management.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience with placement, renewal, and review of insurance coverages and contracts.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

Optional & Required Documents

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