Job Details

Risk and Security Manager

Salary: $92,613 - $129,658 (Annually) 

Posting Date: April 3, 2024

 Competitive Benefits Package: CalPERS Retirement, Supplemental Insurance, 457 Retirement Plan, Flex Spending Account, Employer Contribution to Medical Benefits

 Filing Deadline: April 26, 2024

JOB SUMMARY  

Responsible to plan, coordinate, supervise and manage the District`s risk management, insurance, safety and security programs as it relates to general liability claims/litigation programs, the purchase and administration of insurance programs and development of safety and security programs. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff participating in the Risk Management and Security division; trains staff in work procedures; evaluates employee performance, counsels employees, and effectively recommends initial disciplinary action; assists in selection and promotion. Develops and negotiates the purchase of commercial insurance policies for various divisions; monitors the effectiveness of program policies and procedures and recommends revisions. Authorizes, negotiates, and settles claims within designated authority; recommends liability claim settlements to the Board; recommends, develops, implements, and monitors the execution of claims policies and procedures for self-insured lines of coverage. Develops and manages requests for proposals for professional and/or contracted services, including security services and third-party administrators; prepares scope of work and any technical specifications; evaluates proposals, negotiations contracts, and recommends award; administers contracts to ensure compliance with District specifications and service quality. Oversees the facility inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations; plans biannual safety drills at each facility. Respond on a 24-hour basis as needed to monitor, direct, and coordinate the response to District liability exposures as a result of various events and emergencies.

 REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITY

 Knowledge of principles and practices of organization, budget administration, risk management, and employee supervision. Knowledge of principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction. Knowledge of principles and practices of general liability, insurance coverages, workers compensation, safety and security in public agencies. Knowledge of rules, regulations and laws pertaining to California civil code. Skills and ability to operate modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed. Ability to resolve conflicts and handle complaints, communicate effectively with staff, vendors, and the public. Ability to gather information, analyze data, compile recommendations based on the data and present recommendations to staff and/or MST Board. Ability to learn district and departmental operating policies and procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality of records. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

 Equivalent to a bachelor`s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, human resources, law, or related field, and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in risk management, insurance, and/or claims administration, including two (2) years of lead or supervisory experience. Must possess a valid drivers` license. Proof of COVID vaccination is required. 

FILING

 The minimum qualifications as stated in this job announcement represent only the basic requirements of the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in other segments of the selection process. Applications received after the deadline may be reviewed and kept on file for up to six months for future consideration. Applications may be obtained from our Administrative Offices, 19 Upper Ragsdale Drive, Suite 200, Monterey, the Salinas Transit Center, 110 Salinas Street, Salinas, the Marina Transit Exchange, 280 Reservation Road, Marina, CA: or by visiting MST online at http://www.mst.org. A Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) printout, Form K-4, dated within 30 days, must be submitted with the completed application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applicants who have resided in California less than five (5) years must obtain a copy of their driving record from their previous state of residence. SUBMIT COMPLETED APPLICATIONS TO: Monterey-Salinas Transit, Attn. Human Resources, 19 Upper Ragsdale Drive, Suite 200, Monterey, CA 93940. 

ADA 

Candidates who qualify under protection of the Americans with Disabilities Act and require a reasonable accommodation for applicant testing and/or examination, should notify the MST Human Resources at least one week prior to being scheduled for assessment. Monterey-Salinas Transit values diversity in the workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employe