**This is a field position that will oversee multiple members within the state of Indiana. We require the candidate to live within the state of Indiana.
**Workers Comp. risk management/loss control experience preferred
**MVR and background checks required
Summary:
IPEP Risk Management Specialist is responsible for monitoring workers compensation claims history, identifying risk factors, performing facility inspections, providing injury and illness prevention recommendations, and conducting training for members in an assigned territory.
Essential Duties and Functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
· Analyze member experience modification and claim data for determination of frequency, severity, and loss trends for assigned members. Utilize the data to determine necessary risk management services.
· Assist members in the creation or continuous improvement of safety committees.
· Advise members regarding sound risk management principles for risk improvement or hazard correction.
· Conduct safety and health training as necessary for compliance and/or injury and illness prevention.
· Perform and/or assist members with Job Hazard Analysis and Ergonomic Risk Assessments for their site-specific work tasks.
· Assist with review and implementation of written programs, policies, and standard operating procedures.
· Maintain knowledge of technical advancements in risk management and familiarity with accepted national standards.
· Establish and maintain a relationship with members and agents in the designated territory.
· Update data within the member risk management files and become proficient in utilizing internal risk management software programs.
· Complete correspondence and recommendations in a timely manner.
· Maintain a professional image in all respects while interacting with members, agents, and vendors.
· Attend personal development courses and conferences as assigned by manager.
Competencies:
· Ability to prioritize and plan work activities and travel schedule. Must be well organized, a self-starter, and use time efficiently. Typically works without supervision.
· Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and demonstrates group presentation skills.
· Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully, and maintains confidentiality.
· Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and can deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
· Observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required
· Bachelor’s degree in Safety and Loss Control Management or Occupational Safety and Health
· Risk management and risk management knowledge of applicable statutes, OSHA and NFPA standards, guidelines, and safety requirements
· Ability to write recommendations for assessment by Underwriting and Claims
· Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with both internal and external contacts
· Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
· Proficient with MS Office Suite
· Travel and overnight stays
· Must have a valid driver’s license and a favorable motor vehicle record. Must have dependable personal transportation for commuting to appointments, meetings etc.
Preferred:
· OSHA-10HR Authorized Outreach Trainer
· CSP or ARM designation
· Experience with public entity risk management
Physical Requirements Necessary on a Regular Basis:
· Manual dexterity, arm, and upper body range of motion sufficient for use of a keyboard, mouse, and telephone up to 8 hours per day.
· Speech and hearing sufficient for in-person and telephone communication 7-8 hours per day.
· Vision sufficient for use of a computer monitor.
· Ability to sit at a desk or in a vehicle 6-8 hours per day.
· Ability to walk, climb, and carry Risk management equipment and training materials up to 40 pounds
This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of the duties of the position listed above. Other appropriate duties may be required from time to time.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in the diversity of our team and seek diversity in our applicants.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Travel requirement:
Education:
Experience:
- Risk management: 3 years (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person