Are you a seasoned Risk Management professional with a passion for public service and strategic oversight? Join a forward-thinking leadership team and lead a comprehensive Safety, Risk Management, and Occupational Health program that protects and empowers a diverse and vibrant Florida community. In this highly visible role, you’ll make a lasting impact by shaping policies, managing critical risks, and ensuring the safety and well-being of people, property, and operations across a dynamic organization.

What You’ll Do

As the Risk Manager, you will direct a $20M+ safety and risk portfolio and lead a high-performing team focused on mitigating loss and ensuring compliance. You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, guide insurance and claims strategy, and collaborate across departments to promote a strong culture of safety, wellness, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and manage a team of 11 (including 8 direct reports) across risk, safety, insurance, and health programs
• Oversee strategic development, budgeting, and performance tracking of the Risk Division
• Serve as an internal advisor to department leaders and elected officials on risk-related matters
• Represent the organization in high-level meetings, mediations, and negotiations

Claims & Insurance Oversight

• Manage in-house adjusters and third-party administrators for property, liability, auto, and workers’ compensation claims
• Oversee all phases of claims: intake, investigation, litigation, resolution, and settlement
• Develop insurance programs and negotiate with carriers; submit underwriting data and evaluate risk retention/transfer strategies

Risk, Safety & Compliance

• Develop and enforce risk and safety policies aligned with federal, state, and local regulations
• Identify exposures and mitigate risks across real estate, personnel, and operational assets
• Review contracts and projects for indemnification and insurance requirements
• Draft and administer RFPs and service agreements related to risk and EAP programs

Occupational Health & Emergency Preparedness

• Oversee Employee Health Center compliance, policies, and strategic alignment with occupational wellness goals
• Participate in emergency response activities, serving as the Safety/Risk Unit in the Emergency Operations Center when activated

Benefits: Enjoy excellent benefits including generous paid time off, a choice of comprehensive health plans (including a $0 premium option), Florida Retirement System (FRS) participation, wellness perks like free onsite gyms, and up to $3,000 in relocation assistance.

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This job is In-Person.

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.