DIR RISK MANAGEMENT

Job Description

Plans, directs, and coordinates the risk management safety / loss prevention, and capital / tort claims programs in order to maximize protection of the Authority's assets at the most economical rates. Analyses and classifies risks as to frequency and potential severity, measures financial impact on Authority, and selects the most appropriate techniques to minimize loss. Manages surety, liability, property, workers' compensation insurance programs.

Summary

This position has been identified as designated personnel in accordance with 49 CFR 672. It has direct responsibility for transit safety oversight at MARTA and must comply with the training requirements identified in the Authority’s Agency Safety Plan. Training must be completed within three years of employment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, and oversees the implementation of long and short‑range risk management / loss prevention strategies and programs to support the Authority’s goals, objectives, and strategic plan.
• Directs day‑to‑day activities of the Authority's risk management, loss control functions, including claims management, workers compensation, employee benefits, accident prevention and safety functions.
• Continually determines all risks of loss to which the Authority’s assets are exposed and analyzes such risks to determine whether they can be eliminated or minimized.
• Consults with and advises management and employees on risk management and loss control issues; may represent the Authority on these matters to federal agencies, local groups and professional associations.
• Administers underwriting functions of self‑insurance programs and coordinates commercial insurance and self‑insurance programs.
• Oversees preparation of background and research data used in litigation; may testify as Authority representative in legal actions involving insurance and / or claims matters.
• Serves as a transit ambassador during special events and peak periods, providing friendly assistance to customers and maintaining a visible presence at stations.
• Performs other assignments as delegated by the AGM / Legal Services.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Primary duty is the management of an Office of the Authority. Directly or indirectly supervises managers, professionals, and administrative employees assigned to the Office of Risk Management. Interviews, hires, and develops subordinate personnel; sets standards and evaluates performance of employees; provides feedback, coaches, disciplines, and discharges as appropriate.

Education And / or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Insurance / Risk Management, Business Administration, or a directly related field. Must possess a minimum of eight years of directly related professional experience, including at least four years of management level experience with responsibility for risk management and loss control programs in areas such as claims management, workers compensation, accident prevention, and safety. Proficiency in assessing and evaluating risks and determining appropriate insurance coverage for a self‑insured program, and knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations required. In lieu of a degree, directly related experience may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis.

Grade : 23

Salary : Commensurate with Experience

MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Location : Atlanta, GA

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