Risk Analyst

Position Summary Administers Port Houston’s workers’ compensation and liability claims programs, including coordination of modified duty placements. Organizes pre/post‑disaster recovery efforts related to Port Houston’s subrecipient status in FEMA’s Public Assistance Program. Performs professional administrative duties, including contract, certificates, driver reporting, and other compliance initiatives to support the Risk Management department and Finance Division. Key Responsibilities and Duties Administrate claims programs, including investigation and medical adjudication involving injured employees, witnesses, supervisors, medical/pharmacy staff, and other at‑fault third parties. Serve as the department’s primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders concerning inquiries and issues related to open records requests and claim‑related detail. Develop and process employee injury reports and related documentation to a third‑party claim administrator (TPA) and maintain organized claim files to support compliance, document management, reserving, and payments for medical, legal, and other claim‑related expenditures. Support TPA activities or document requests for the administration of claims; participate in quarterly claim reviews or other audit‑related information requests. Manage check register and reconcile for the self‑funded program. Implement modified duty and return‑to‑work programs; coordinate information timely with involved departments. Coordinate information and documentation to support federally declared disasters, including preparation, submission, extensions, and periodic reporting of eligible projects. Track FEMA grant reimbursements and/or allocation of payments received. Assist with renewal and payments for miscellaneous insurance policies, bonds, and policy‑related items. Develop and prepare purchase orders, requests for payment, claim check registers, and claim reporting. Assist with preparation of annual risk‑management report, actuarial studies, and development of presentations and training. Participate in and train Port Houston staff on risk programs related to claims procedures. Conduct annual driver and fleet motor vehicle (DMV) background checks. Administrate procedural reporting process for post‑accident drug testing. Perform other projects or duties as required. Education and Experience Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Business, General Administration, Health Care Management, Legal, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field from an accredited public or private institution (preferred). Equivalent experience may substitute for educational requirements. 3+ years of related claims and litigation management experience (required). Texas All Lines Adjuster license (required). Associate in Risk Management (ARM) certification (preferred). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations governing liability for a Texas political subdivision (e.g., Texas Tort and Claims Act, workers’ compensation, LHWCA, Jones Act, FEMA). Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills regarding best practices of risk, insurance, and claims management. Ability to work outdoors, climb ladders and stairs when investigating claims or disasters. Availability to work on call 24/7 and/or holidays/weekends in the event of a fatal claim or disaster. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong analytical skills, adept at queries, report writing, and presenting findings. Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision. Ability to prepare and present clear, concise verbal and written reports and presentations; perform research and capture loss data for dashboard reporting; exercise discretion when dealing with confidential matters. Current, valid Texas driver’s license (required). Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment and maintained for the duration of employment. Key Competencies Accountability Adaptability Analytical Communications Decision Making Integrity Initiative Planning & Organizing Problem Solving Resilience Location Bayport, Texas Work Environment The work environment is a typical office setting with moderate noise. Noise levels may occasionally be high due to the open office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires outdoor work and occasional climbing of ladders and stairs. Equal Opportunity & E‑Verify Statement Port Houston is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E‑Verify program under the supervision of the U.S. Government. Port Houston’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories is also prohibited. Application Instructions Application must be completed in full. To apply, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr