Risk and Safety Manager

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**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is seeking a Risk and Safety Manager in Anchorage, Alaska. Under the general direction of the BSNC General Counsel, the incumbent is responsible for organizational risk management including: (1) planning, directing, and coordinating risk and insurance programs of BSNC and its’ subsidiaries to control and reduce operational and contractual risks; (2) managing insurance industry relationships and procuring insurance coverage for all operations of BSNC and its subsidiaries to include but not limited to policies for general liability, real and personal property, vehicles and automobiles, employed lawyers, officers, directors, and Workers Compensation, (3) oversight of the overall risk management functions including contract analysis, claims administration, insurance transactions, financial analysis and necessary account procedures. Completes and reviews all insurance and risk management questionnaires; (4) developing and managing the safety program for both BSNC and its’ subsidiaries. Manages and participates with management in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; oversees and coordinates safety program activities; ensures compliance with Office of Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and related local, state, and federal regulations; works with employees to correct deficiencies; conducts safety inspections; responds to complaints of safety hazards; oversees and/or conducts safety training and committees; reviews and updates all work plans, OSHA related programs and policies as necessary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Risk Management
Identifies, analyzes and classifies operational and insurable risks for financial impact to corporation including expected frequency, trends and severity.
Assists with selecting appropriate risk financing techniques and implements insurance programs and policies to minimize loss, such as avoidance, loss prevention and reduction, retention, transfer, grouping of exposure units, and transfer.
In conjunction with Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and General Counsel (GC), responsible for the design, implementation and management of corporate property and casualty insurance programs including the property and casualty insurance policy renewals and associated tasks (i.e. insurer selection, contract/rate negotiation, retentions/limits, binders, payments, certificates of insurance, summaries of insurance, allocation of premiums).
Develops and interprets analytical tools used to evaluate appropriate retention and policy limits.
Oversees the loss control and loss mitigation, including routine adjudication of claims, and interfaces with the company’s Legal department on all litigation and administrative proceedings as well as non-routine, large and unusual claims.
Administers worker compensation program, including all claims and compliance reporting.
Initiates and maintains insurance industry relationships including the BSNC brokerage relationship and relationships with underwriters.
Responsible for management of insured claims, selection and management of third party administrator, claims analysis.
Monitors Alaskan legislative initiatives relating to insurance, claims and liability; interprets the impact of these initiatives on BSNC and communicates recommendations to General Counsel.
Develop Risk Management dashboard for communication to CFO, GC and assigned members of BSNC Legal for activities and on-going issues regarding the department.
Responsible for the development of and adherence to department budget.
Supervises and controls all activities of Risk Management including oversight of and responsibility for subordinates’ activities; available to staff for guidance and advice, provides regular performance feedback, and develops subordinates’ skills and encourages employee professional growth.
Safety Management
Develops the company’s formal safety program, to include a formally written plan that is updated based on company needs and changing safety requirements.
Investigates and analyzes incident reports and complaints involving work-related injuries and illness; prepares reports noting hazards, violations, and accidents; recommends measures to prevent recurrence
Develops and refines recommended procedures and methods based on reports of incidents, accidents, and other data gathered from industry and agencies to improve safety and loss prevention
Disseminates information to department heads and others regarding toxic substances, hazards, carcinogens, and other safety information.
Develops and reviews safety training for project sites, assisting department heads and administrators in enforcing safety regulations and codes.
Measures and evaluates effectiveness of safety program, using established goals.
Conducts building and grounds surveys on periodic and regular basis to detect code violations, hazards, and incorrect work practices and procedures.
Oversees safety and occupational surveillance program requirements for BSNC and its subsidiaries.
Monitors and coordinates safety programs at the site or contract level.
Prepares, disseminates and maintains memos, reports and administrative controls of records related to safety and health programs.
NON - ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements :
Required (Mandatory Qualifications):
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Business, organizational management, risk management, business continuity or six (6) years equivalent experience.
Requires Professional Certification (Certified Safety Professional, or Certified Industrial Hygienist) or ability to obtain within one year.
Certified Risk Manager or equivalent certification required.
At least seven (7) years' senior management responsibility in the insurance industry as either provider or procurer of insurance products.
Five years of progressively responsible experience in safety, accident/incident prevention, industrial hygiene, loss control, and safety education is required, four of which must be in a field environment as a Safety Specialist or Safety Engineer and two of which must be in a supervisory capacity. Must have experience in industrial incident investigations and written mitigation plans.
Prominence in risk management activities at the state or national level and a positive image in that profession..
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Proficient with the operational characteristics, services, and activities of a comprehensive risk management and safety program.
Coordinates Fit for Duty examinations, drug and alcohol testing for post-incident/incident situations and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements; oversees, maintains and updates all confidential medical records.
Administers loss prevention programs and addresses problem areas for both workers’ compensation and general liability; monitors programs for compliance with existing and new laws; analyzes and reviews policies and programs and coordinates changes with Human Resources.
Experienced with insurance principles, practices, and terminology of loss reduction and loss control, as well as claims management, claims adjusting, and subrogation.
Knowledgeable of OSHA and state reports (such as OSHA 300) and poster requirements related to safety and workers compensation.
Ability to read, interpret, and disseminate information contained in loss reports.
Mastery of filing and administration requirements for workers compensation claims, work injuries, illnesses, or exposures.
Remains current with recent developments, literature and information related to risk management administration.
Ability to utilize and apply probability and statistical analysis to practical situations.
Display discretion in protecting BSNC proprietary information and confidential sensitive personal information contained in Industrial Security files
Proficient with federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations and terminology relating to occupational medicine, safety, and ADA requirements
Possess effective instruction techniques for safety training and education, including safety measures and procedures
Strong understanding of general contract terms and conditions including indemnification provisions.
Apply sound reasoning and analytical skills in interpreting common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents.
Proficient operating modern office equipment to develop word processing, produce technical writing, research databases, conduct investigations, conducting research and development.
Have demonstrated experience in writing correspondence, technical text, procedures and processes, editing and proofreading documents prepared by others for accuracy and completeness
Have advanced computer proficiency of Microsoft Office software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, Visio and organization charts
Work independently or as part of a team in a constructive and professional manner with other corporate employees, customers, and site personnel
Participate in the development and administration of division goals, objectives, and procedures.
Possess good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to exercise strong multi-tasking and organizational skills to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines without impact to operations
Be analytical, detail-oriented, flexible, and decisive with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred:
Possess a security clearance
Current 40-hour HAZWOPER certification
Certified OSHA instructor for 10 and 30-hour classes..
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Job is performed in a modern office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse and multi-line telephone system.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Does not supervise any direct reports.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS
Must possess the ability to obtain access to military installations.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and possess a driving record that meets the company’s driving requirements.
As a condition of employment, may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results to obtain access to military base.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an Equal Opportunity/ AA/ M/ F/ D/ V employer.
In accordance with BSNC policy preference will be given to qualified current employees and qualified BSNC shareholders, spouses, and descendants.
We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. We are a drug free workplace.
BSNC offers competitive benefits package.
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Offer Relocation :
No
# of Openings :
1
% of Travel Required :
10-20%
Job Code :
643

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