Head of Risk Management

Salary: $26.42 - $33.84 Hourly
Job Type: Full time/probationary or status
Department: Risk Management
The Risk Management Specialist performs technical work investigating and managing workers' compensation and liability claims for Lancaster County. This role is responsible for claim handling from intake through resolution while supporting the County's insurance and risk management programs.
Investigate accidents, claims, and losses.
Set up and manage claim files; maintain data in claims systems.
Review medical reports, coordinate with providers, and calculate/issue benefits.
Support administration of insurance programs (workers' comp, liability, property, auto).
Partner with the County Attorney's Office on claims and litigation support.
Desirable Knowledge, Abilities & Skills/Desirable Training & Experience
Knowledge of workers' compensation, liability, and auto claims.
Meaningful public service supporting your local community
Competitive benefits and retirement plans
Graduation from a high school or equivalent with college level coursework in insurance, business administration or related field with some experience administering and/or adjusting workers' compensation, property, or liability claims, or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills.
We value each Lancaster County employee and one way we demonstrate this is by providing an attractive and competitive total compensation package that adds value to our employees' professional and personal lives. Pay increases are available upon completion of the 6-month new employee probationary period, and annually thereafter based on performance.

• plus 11 paid holidays and up to 16 hours of non-cumulative personal holidays per year.
• All medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family begin the first of the month following hire, no need to wait!
• Employee Assistance Programs offering work/life services, wellness coaching, short-term counseling, legal assistance, and financial coaching.
• 30,000 of Life Insurance
• 401(a) Retirement Plan . Employer provided Post Employment Health Plan for eligible medical expenses after you leave County employment.