Risk and Insurance Manager

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Organizational Background:

Fifty years ago, civil rights leader Cesar Chavez ignited a movement that would transform communities by championing the rights of farmworkers. Today, the Cesar Chavez Foundation (CCF) carries on Cesar's legacy by growing and adapting into a successful group of high-performing social enterprises that support Latinos and working families and inspiring and transforming cross-generational communities from rural to urban areas. It serves over one million individuals through housing and economic development, education, broadcast communications and the National Chavez Center (NCC). With more than 300 employees across five states, CCF addresses crucial needs of our community, while remaining sustainable, strategic and fiscally responsible.

The Financial Management Department is one of CCF's core centralized services and lead by the CFO. Its core responsibilities and functions include Accounting, Treasury, Information Technology and Risk Management. The Risk Management function includes Reports Management, Vendor Relations, Loss Control, Insurance Terms Inclusion in Legal Contracts, Claims Management, Data Collection, Insurance Coverage Submissions and Insurance Market Assessment.

Position Summary:

The Risk Manager is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks and loss across the organization while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. This role leads company-wide risk and loss identification, management, and communication efforts, overseeing insurance procurement, vendor relations, claims management, compliance policies, and loss mitigation strategies. The Risk Manager collaborates across departments to enhance operational resilience and financial stability.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Risk Identification & Management

• Leads the identification, assessment, measurement, and mitigation of company-wide risks.
• Identifies potential risk exposures, recommends solutions, implements approved programs, and promotes loss prevention.
• Partners with key stakeholders to develop and implement standards, processes, programs, and best practices related to risk management.
• Manages all phases of the claims process

Insurance & Risk Transfer

• Manages insurance procurement, including evaluating policies such as Property, Casualty, General Liability, Workers' Compensation, Directors & Officers (D&O), and Cyber-risk.
• Coordinates and submits insurance policy renewal data, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.
• Works with brokers, underwriters, and third-party administrators to negotiate favorable policy terms.
• Secures, organizes, and updates property and exposure data for insurance purposes.
• Leads the administration of CCF's Chavez Insurance Captive, Inc.
• Provides timely notification and management of claims, working closely with insurance carriers.
• Investigates and resolves property and liability claims in collaboration with legal counsel.
• Works with the company's insurance brokers to respond to requests for certificates of insurance and claims history document.

Vendor & Third-Party Risk Management

• Manages relationships with third-party service providers, including insurance brokers, carriers, actuaries, and risk management consultants.
• Ensures compliance with vendor insurance requirements and contract terms to minimize organizational risk.
• Reviews insurance terms in contracts and collaborates with the legal team to mitigate contractual risks.

Loss Control & Compliance

• Develops and oversees safety programs for employees, Greenfield staff, and maintenance teams.
• Partners with all departments regarding incident reports and claims or losses.
• Conducts insurance due diligence for new property acquisitions and developments.
• Partners with key stakeholders to develop and implement standards, processes, programs, and best practices related to risk management.
• Oversees workers' compensation programs, ensuring proper reporting and compliance.
• Develops plans to address and communicate loss events effectively across the organization.

Financial Risk & Forecasting

• Monitors and analyzes the cost of risk coverage, differentiating between corporate and property risks and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Conducts qualitative loss analysis, including Maximum Probable Loss (MPL), and aligns claims data with financial forecasts.
• Tracks and manages financial impacts of contingent liabilities and guarantees.
• Oversees deductible management strategies, ensuring alignment with reserve strategies and financial goals.
• Supports Greenfield projects with Builder's Risk and Bonding requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Strong analytical and data management skills
• Superior organization, project management, and attention to detail
• High level of commitment to quality, ethics, integrity, and compliance
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Excellent negotiation, communication (verbal and written), and relationship-building skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Knowledge of risk analysis tools, insurance industry trends, and regulatory compliance

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, or a related field required
• Law degree or Associate's degree in Risk Management preferred
• 7-10 years of experience in insurance, risk management, compliance, or a related role
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of Yardi and property management operations preferred
• Experience in financial modeling and working with large datasets preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Primarily office-based with regular property site visits. Travel within the Southwest will be required; approximately 30%.
• Must be able to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders across the organization.

Wage:

$90,000 - $100,000