Contra Costa County (CA)posted about 1 month ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Hybrid • Contra Costa County, CA
Administration of Economic Programs

About the position

Contra Costa County Risk Management Department is seeking one (1) Assistant Risk Manager to join our Liability Claims Program area. The Assistant Risk Manager - Liability Claims administers the County's self-insured and self-administered liability program. This position manages the Liability Unit staff, supervises and directs liability and medical malpractice claims, as well as manages assigned claims files. This position will coordinate and liaise with the Office of County Counsel, the County Administrator's Office, and the County Director of Risk Management on lawsuits and liability issues; ensures compliance with the County's insurance pool, Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (PRISM) with claim reporting and handling procedures. The Assistant Risk Manager - Liability Claims coordinates first party claims and reporting settlements as applicable to the California Medical Board.

Responsibilities

  • Supervising and directing liability and medical malpractice claims and lawsuits
  • Coordinating and supervising activities of internal claims staff, outside adjusters, investigators, and attorneys
  • Approving assignments of experts, including evaluation and perpetuation of oral and physical evidence
  • Attending settlement conferences and conducting negotiations with attorneys
  • Negotiating and coordinating contracts with outside claims service providers and attorneys
  • Supervising County subrogation program on liability claims
  • Conducting file reviews and assuring adequacy of reserves
  • Receiving and disbursing legal information related to claims

Requirements

  • Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business or public administration, finance, or a closely related field.
  • Four (4) years of full-time, professional level experience with general liability, first party, and property claims management, preferably with a public agency.
  • At least two (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.

Nice-to-haves

  • Master's degree in Public Administration, Public Health, Loss Control, Safety, Health and Environmental Applied Sciences, Occupational Health and Safety, or a closely related field.

Benefits

  • Generous benefits package including retirement and health plan options
  • Hybrid remote work schedule

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