Director of Risk Management

About the Organization

This organization is a fast-growing, operations-intensive company with a national footprint. Headcount grew by nearly 50% last year and expected to continue that growth. The current team is just over 600 professionals across multiple locations and maintains a culture focused on safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The organization is committed to supporting employees, customers, and partners by maintaining strong standards in risk management, compliance, and workplace safety.

Job Description

The Director of Risk Management is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining an environmental health and safety (EHS) management system to ensure a safe, healthy workplace. This role administers, plans, monitors, and coordinates risk management activities, workers’ compensation, loss control, and claims administration functions. The position also oversees emergency response programs and manages vendor insurance requirements and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conducts site assessments, reviews, and self-inspections; analyzes results, recommends corrective actions, communicates findings, and ensures follow-up to completion.
• Develops, implements, and maintains organizational policies and procedures to ensure adherence to local, state, and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Serves as a primary point of contact with regulatory bodies.
• Conducts and evaluates periodic safety, fire, and hazardous-conditions inspections of all facilities, equipment, and employee work practices; recommends and coordinates necessary changes.
• Oversees all Contractor-Controlled Insurance Programs (CCIPs).
• Interprets insurance coverages and communicates policy and procedure changes to stakeholders.
• Serves as a resource for all risk-management-related issues across the organization.
• Designs and directs risk programs aimed at controlling exposures and reducing loss.
• Manages the claim-filing process for property and liability incidents.
• Prepares bid specifications and participates in vendor selection.
• Reviews and updates risk-related policies, programs, and procedures to incorporate new legal requirements.
• Reviews and investigates accident and incident reports, compiling findings and recommending corrective actions.
• Participates in committees, task forces, or governance groups, providing technical knowledge on EHS-related issues.
• Assists with the design and development of facilities, work areas, and procedures to ensure alignment with EHS standards.
• Completes responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and guidelines.
• Uses sound judgment and strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues, leadership, and external partners.
• Completes all required training and professional development sessions.
• Supports organizational values and strategic goals.
• Contributes to performance measurement efforts and continuous improvement planning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities