Head of Risk Management

Fayette County Public Schools, KY

JOB DESCRIPTION - Director of Risk Management
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description.
Director of Risk Management
Job Class Code: 8473

Position Type: Salaried

Job Type: A Administrative - Classified

Pay Grade: Salary calculations are based on verified education and related experience levels Administrative additive level: 7

Reports To: Superintendent's Designee

Supervises: Assigned Staff

Work Calendar Name: 12 month salaried

Days in work calendar: 240

JOB SUMMARY

Oversees risk management and safety programs, including loss control and safety and health compliance. Directs the district's insurance programs in the area of property, liability, workers' compensation, unemployment, and special programs to include voluntary and student accident insurance.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Develops, recommends, and implements plans, policies, and programs for district risk management activities to protect the human, physical, and financial assets of the district.
Reviews and analyzes district loss exposures, claims, and insurance needs and makes recommendations for treatment techniques to include insurance coverage.
Makes safety recommendations and develops and implements safety programs. Assesses training needs and ensures that training and professional development activities are provided to meet Occupational Safety and Health requirements.
Serves as liaison with municipal and state code enforcement personnel for compliance with fire, life, safety, and other regulatory codes.
Prepares specifications for all insurance coverage and evaluates bids, makes purchases, and recommendations as appropriate. Serves as the point of contact for claims. Issues certificates of insurance in support of school activities.
Coordinates the district's workers' compensation program including all records, cases, files, and claims follow-up for light duty or early return to work.
Prepares and manages annual budget for Risk Management and Safety Division.
Provides technical assistance and consults with school principals, administrators, parents, and staff to establish or revise operational policies and resolve problems involving risk management and safety and health issues.
Reviews and analyzes changes and proposed changes in laws that impact the risk management function of the district. Makes recommendations as needed. Represents the district in quasi-judicial hearings and/or litigation.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular attendance.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Risk management principles, procedures, and techniques.
Local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations related to safety and health.
Workers' compensation laws and procedures.
Loss control techniques.
Budget preparation and control.
District organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
Record-keeping techniques.
Principles and practices of supervision and training.
Inventor methods and practices.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Principles of leadership, management, and supervision.
Maintains regular attendance.
Understand and accurately interpret laws, rules, regulations, and other guidelines relating to risk management and safety and health.
Analyze complex problems and develop effective and efficient solutions and alternatives.
Collect, investigate, and analyze data and prepare clear and concise reports.
Plan, coordinate, and manage a large district-wide program.
Communicate and deal effectively with parents, attorneys, physicians, employees, members of the public, insurance carriers, and others.
Anticipate events and outcomes; develop strategies and work plans; execute appropriate actions.
Plan and supervise Division goals and objectives.
Train others to execute responsibilities and tasks necessary for a successful risk management program.
Schedule, supervise, and evaluate staff.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with a diverse group of employees, administrative staff, professionals, parents, and community members.
Operate a computer with a high degree of competence.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
Work independently with little direction.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Insurance, Safety and Health, or related field- required
Masters degree or juris doctorate- preferred
Minimum three (3) years successful administrative/managerial experience- preferred
Minimum of five (5) years experience in the field of Risk Management, Legal, Insurance, or Safety and Health- preferred
Licenses or Certifications:

~ N/A

Special Requirements:
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights

Job Description Creation Date:

05/1995

Revision Date:

07/2012

06/2024

05/2026
The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in regard to employment, retention, promotion, demotion, transfer or dismissal because of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), genetic information, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, age or disabling condition or limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
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