Senior Risk Management Specialist

Salary : $8,585.87 - $10,436.18 Monthly

Location : Chula Vista, CA

Job Type : Permanent, Full-Time

Job Number : 25336509

Department : City Attorney

Opening Date : 10 / 28 / 2025

Description and Essential Functions

Office of the City Attorney is looking for an experienced Senior Risk Management Specialist to join the team!

MISSION STATEMENT :

To provide high quality legal services to the City of Chula Vista in order for the City to operate in a lawful and effective manner, safeguard taxpayer resources and to improve quality of life for City residents.

The position will lead and perform highly independent specialized duties in one or more of the City's Risk Management programs; may be assigned to one or more of the following areas : safety, public liability, insurance and disability management; and to perform other related duties as assigned. This is the advanced journey level of the Risk Management Specialist Series. Incumbents perform the full range of duties and work independently to complete more complex assignments and projects. Employees in this class are distinguished from the Risk Management Specialist class in that they are responsible for all phases of policy development and implementation in addition to planning and assuming full responsibility for the program's budget.

This position is scheduled to receive a 5% increase in January 2026.

This recruitment is open until a sufficient number of applications are received. Recruitment may close without prior notice. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Essential Functions :

Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following : participate in the development, coordination and implementation of various risk management activities in the Risk Management Program for the city; oversee professional staff in performing and conducting studies, special projects, and administrative and technical functions; perform liaison function between administrators, employees, attorneys, management staff, service providers and members of the public; plan, prioritize, assign and review the work of subordinate staff; compile and develop information for special studies and reports from a variety of resources; make recommendations for corrective actions where applicable and prepare written reports; conduct training presentations for City staff at various levels and locations; formulate, write and disseminate policies and procedures; prepare and monitor program budget; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; perform independent managerial and technical duties in the administration of assigned risk management program; make program specific recommendations to various levels of management; perform other duties as assigned. WHEN ASSIGNED TO LOSS CONTROL SERVICES (tort liability, insurance, and property lines) : Ensure appropriate risk transfer techniques are being employed and documented; review contracts and proposed activities to recommend appropriate insurance and indemnification provisions; serve as the City's alternate representative to the Pubic Risk Innovation Solutions and Management (PRISM); administer the City's self-insured liability program; collect from third parties for damages to city property; prepare and present or defend small claims court actions; coordinate and conduct investigations into public liability claims; interview claimants and employees; work closely with City Attorney and outside counsel in claims management; prepare insurance applications; maintain records of losses, accidents, insurance certificates and other risk management related information.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be three years of responsible journey level work experience in a risk management related program and training equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Business Administration or a related field. License or Certificate : ARM, CEBS, CIH, CPCU, CSP or WCCP; and experience working with Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (PRISM) or a pooled risk insurance scenario is highly desirable.

NOTE : Please submit a resume with your application.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Knowledge of : basic principles and practices of Occupational Health and Safety Rules; Industrial Hygiene; principles and practices of safety program management; research methods and techniques; OSHA laws and regulations; Government Code as it relates to tort claims; Labor Code as it relates to Worker's Compensation; claims processing in all areas of risk management. Ability to : use computer software, including word processing, database, spreadsheet and Power Point; apply statistics and statistical methodology; apply proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; work independently and manage a large volume of work; solve problems with speed and accuracy and diplomacy; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; identify and interpret complex regulations, laws and codes, and explain policies and procedures to employees and others; perform independent research; collect, compile, analyze and present a variety of data in a meaningful way to various groups, agencies and management staff; develop and implement various data collection and reporting systems; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including irate citizens and employees suffering from illnesses or injuries; make presentations to small and large groups.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions :

On an intermittent basis, sit at desk or computer workstation for long periods of time; intermittently walk (on uneven terrain under varying weather conditions) be exposed to dust, dirt, noise, insects, changes in temperature; stand, bend, squat, twist, crawl and reach to observe site conditions, enter confined spaces to assess safety; use a telephone or a radio to respond to calls and inquiries; use a keyboard to communicate through written means, review information and enter / retrieve data; see and read characters on a computer screen; lift light weight up to twenty pounds; drive a vehicle to various city locations, or that ability to arrange for transportation; attend meetings at various locations. Work is performed in both outdoor and indoor settings under varying weather and temperature conditions. There is movement required from the office to other city worksites and offices. There is exposure to traffic in the external environment when going to outlying offices, meetings, or performing field inspections. Work is frequently disrupted by the need to respond to in-person and telephone inquires and may work varying hours.

Additional Information

Recruitment No. 25336509

Candidates whose applications indicate education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail provided on the applicant's employment application.

Unless otherwise noted, a passing score must be achieved at each step of the selection process in order to have your name placed on the eligibility list for hiring consideration. The examination materials for this recruitment are validated, copyrighted and / or inappropriate for review.

The eligibility list established as a result of this recruitment will be for a duration of six (6) months, unless otherwise extended.

Unrepresented (Confidential and Unclassified) Mid-Management and Professional Employees' Benefit Summary : Click .

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The supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Please answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History / Experience section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the "Work History / Experience" section of the employment application will result in your application not being considered. Please do not refer your response to your resume. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications.

• I have read and acknowledge the instructions stated above.

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EDUCATION

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed?

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Please indicate below your major field of study.

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If other above, please list your major field of study.

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Please indicate below any related certificates that you have. Check all that apply.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE : Which of the following best describes your journey level experience working in a risk management related program? Please note, your selection will be verified against the work history on your application.

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Please describe your experience working in a risk management program. Include in your response : (1) The organization in which you gained the experience;(2) Your job title;(3) Period of employment (from-to);(4) A brief description of duties that support this experience. Note : Responses that are incomplete, do not address all of the items requested in the question, providing a "See Resume" response, or responses in a narrative format will result in your application being rejected. If you do not have experience, please indicate "no experience" below.

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Please indicate from the list below the areas of experience that you have. Check all that apply.

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APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL)

The City of Chula Vista's Human Resources Department uses electronic mail (e-mail) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your application. We do so as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Therefore, as an applicant, you are hereby advised of the following :

1. Ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Do not share email addresses. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept our emails. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails , i.e., for the non-delivery of email or if you fail to check your email-box on a timely basis, etc.

2. Read any notices we send carefully and in a timely manner. Follow further instructions, if any. We recommend that you print and keep a hard copy of our notices for your records.

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