Senior Loss Control Specialist (Workers Compensation)

Senior Loss Control Specialist

The Senior Loss Control Specialist provides expert risk management solutions and loss control services to current and prospective policyholders, identifying potential hazards and risks within the workplace, assessing the insured's safety protocols and procedures, and implementing effective strategies to minimize accidents or injuries and mitigate subsequent workers' compensation claims. This professional provides valuable insights to Underwriting as to workplace findings, assisting them in properly pricing risk, and works closely with our larger policyholders to enhance the overall safety culture within the organization, resulting in fewer incidents and improved operational efficiency.

Extensive travel utilizing various forms of transportation, including but not limited to car, plane or train, required.

Essential Responsibilities

• Manages assigned book of business within a given territory, ensuring service plans are in place, surveys and resurveys are competed, high risk accounts are identified, and Underwriting is kept informed of progress/change.
• Schedules and completes onsite visits, evaluating workplace environments, identifying risks, and producing thorough documentation of findings and supporting recommendations.
• Monitors policyholder loss activity and develops strategies for loss reduction.
• Applies technical knowledge to assist policyholders in identifying key objectives to improve safety and loss control at the workplace. Provides consultative and training services to support the account's risk mitigation objectives.
• Serves as a subject matter expert and training resource for internal business partners and external customers in occupational safety and loss prevention. Conducts onsite training as appropriate.
• Maintains professional designations and certifications as required by regulatory bodies for assigned territories.
• Participates in departmental initiatives. Performs special assignments and projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Health & Sciences, Engineering, Hard Sciences (Math, Chemistry, Biology, Physics), or related discipline.
• Certifications / Licenses: Valid Driver's License to drive in the United States in good standing required. One or more of the following certifications required: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Ergonomist (CE), and/or Masters-level certification. OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of seven years providing loss control or occupation-related safety services, preferably with workers' compensation carrier, required.
• Experience developing, implementing, and auditing safety management systems for organizations required.
• Experience applying high-level investigation techniques and protocols in complex work environments and performing analysis on varying incident data to identify patterns and root causes to develop creative, effective mitigation recommendations.
• Experience using formal analytical tools (e.g., Fishbone, Failures Modes and Affect, Fault Tree, etc.)
• Experience with development of emergency response plans.

Technical Skills - To perform this job successfully, must possess:

• Expert knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OSH) Regulations and standards; relevant industry legal and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Demonstratable ability to conduct complex risk assessments in and develop effective risk management strategies for common loss sources.
• Expert knowledge of industry-standard investigation techniques and protocols and incident data analyzation.
• Expertise with safety management systems (e.g., OSHA 1910, OSHA 1926, OHSAS 18001, ISO 45001).
• Thorough knowledge of specific equipment, machinery, processes, and hazards related to manufacturing, construction, healthcare and service industries.
• Expertise in development of emergency response plans.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting – demonstratable ability to collect, analyze, and interpret safety data to identify trends, track progress, and provide meaningful reports to clients and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of office operations, workflow analysis, and current technologies in telecommunications, data entry, and file management.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of applications and able to quickly master proprietary and vended software applications.

Additional Qualifications

• Critical Thinking: Ability to think critically and adapt quickly in a flexible and dynamic environment. Proactive and inquisitive in approach to work. Ability to derive appropriate conclusions and apply on the job.
• Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to compose and critique complex reports that describe the operations, exposures, and controls of a wide array of industries. Ability to effectively present information to management and public groups translating complex technical information into easily understandable terms.
• Math and Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Comfort with complex calculations and equations for safety and industrial hygiene solution development.

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Retirements Savings Match
• Group Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Flexible Savings Accounts
• Paid Community Volunteer Day
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program

$97,312 - $140,334 a year This pay scale is an estimate of the salary range the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations consistent with applicable law. The actual salary may be above or below the range. The pay scale applies only to this position and only if it is filled in Sacramento, California. The pay scale may be different for other positions or in other locations.

With more than 50 years in business, BHHC has grown from a regional organization to a national insurance group, offering insurance products from coast to coast. Relationships are the cornerstone of our culture, and we believe in doing the right thing. That means we invest in our business in every way possible to deliver on our mission and demonstrate that people are what powers our success. Our commitment to financial strength and integrity means our customers can rest assured that we will be there when it counts.

At BHHC we embrace diversity and foster an environment where our people can be their authentic selves. Our differences make us stronger and better together, which fosters a harmonious workplace—something we truly value. We've created an approachable and collaborative atmosphere. Here you'll find a welcoming workplace where everyone can feel valued, supported, and inspired to do great work. Together, we raise the bar by being curious, remaining customer-focused, and operating with integrity.