Description

At the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts, managing risk goes far beyond insurance policies — it means protecting one of the region’s most vital systems of environmental and infrastructure services. As the Risk Supervisor, you will lead a dynamic team overseeing comprehensive risk management, claims administration, and insurance programs that safeguard District assets, employees, and projects that serve millions across Los Angeles County. In this pivotal leadership role, you will guide risk control strategy, evaluate complex liability and property claims, negotiate settlements, and serve as a trusted advisor to legal counsel, third-party administrators, and executive leadership. You will also review contracts and agreements to ensure effective risk transfer, monitor emerging risks, and help shape organizational policies that strengthen resilience and continuity. If you are a risk management professional who thrives on strategic problem-solving, wants to influence enterprise-wide decisions, and is energized by work that directly supports public health and infrastructure sustainability, this role offers a rare opportunity to make a measurable impact in a mission-driven agency. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To supervise and perform advanced professional work in managing risk, insurance, and claims activities; to implement risk control programs and supervise assigned staff involved in insurance, risk analysis, and claims administration.

JOB SUMMARY: The major job duties are listed below. For more detailed information, please review the job description.

Under the general supervision from a Management-level position, the incumbent will:

• Oversee staff engaged in risk management and insurance functions, including training (e.g., risk management procedures, claims handling practices, insurance program requirements) and participating in personnel-related actions (e.g., hiring, performance evaluation, discipline, performance improvement) to ensure effective program delivery and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Districts policies.
• Review insurance and risk transfer documents (e.g., insurance policies, endorsements, contracts, leases, permits, and agreements) to ensure adequate coverage, appropriate allocation of risk, and compliance with insurance and contractual requirements.
• Direct the investigation, evaluation, and resolution of property and liability claims, including coordinating with third-party administrators and legal counsel, providing litigation support, and participating in settlement discussions to minimize financial exposure and ensure compliance with applicable laws and Districts policies.
• Manage tracking and analysis of claims, incident, and loss data using internal systems (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, ERP software) and third-party administrator software to identify trends, assess risk exposure, anticipate emerging risks, evaluate subrogation potential, and recommend loss prevention strategies and operational improvements.
• Serve as the Districts’ primary point of contact with outside legal counsel, brokers, insurers, third-party administrators, and regulatory agencies on matters related to liability, claims, and insurance using effective communication strategies to ensure positive risk management outcomes.
• Plan, procure, and renew insurance coverage, including preparing applications, renewals, and supporting documentation to ensure continuity, adequacy of coverage, and alignment with organizational risk management objectives.
• Prepare analytical reports, presentations, and formal recommendations to support leadership (e.g., Board of Directors, General Manager, Department Heads) decision-making related to settlements, insurance renewals, program changes, implementation of risk management strategies, and development of Districts-wide risk management policies and procedures.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must possess all of the following:
A valid California Class C driver license 

AND

Option 1:

• A bachelor’s degree in risk management, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field
• Six (6) years of professional-level experience in risk management or insurance administration

Option 2:

• A bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• Eight (8) years of professional-level experience in risk management or insurance administration