Risk Management Analyst Journey
Job description
Minimum Pay Rate: $90,792.00
Maximum Pay Rate: $120,228.00
Apply by Date: 05/23/2023
Posting Type: Open
This posting intends to fill a 6-month limited-term position.
This position provides analytical and administrative support to Treasury staff in a variety of risk management areas, including enterprise risk management, insurance, claims, and operational risks to reduce the likelihood of financial loss and maximize benefits to SMUD.
Purpose
To provide support to SMUD's Risk Management team who design, plan, coordinate, prioritize and administer SMUD's risk management and insurance programs and day-to-day operations to maximize the extent to which SMUD and third party risks are identified, evaluated and managed to provide protection against financial loss.
Nature and Scope
This classification is comprised of two levels: Level E is the entry-level where incumbents are provided formal training and/or certification for progression to the journey-level of the classification. The incumbent is promoted/progressed to the journey level J upon successful completion of all training and/or certification requirements for the classification. Incumbents hired at the entry-level are required to successfully progress to the journey-level within 18 to 60 months, depending on the length of the training and/or certification program. If an employee is unsuccessful with progressing to the journey-level they will return to last class held or separate from SMUD.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assists Risk Management to evaluate risk program options that include: placement of construction insurance for major new SMUD power plants, substations and other facilities and the creation of owner-controlled insurance programs that reduce the cost of contractor insurance overhead that otherwise would be charged back to SMUD; assesses cyber hazards; and participates in interdepartmental project teams. Supports analysis to determine appropriate programs and procedures to mitigate potential risk areas for SMUD; conducts cost-benefit analyses to identify the most effective risk management solutions; provides analytical support for the claims and litigation programs and settlement negotiations; and assists in establishing and monitoring policies and procedures. Learns to assess SMUD risk exposure by reviewing SMUD programs, operations and contracts; identifies sources of potential injuries to employees and the public; assesses the potential for property damage; reviews loss control inspection reports; reviews safety area audits, inspection reports and recommendations; develops risk profiles that incorporate trends in accident causes, loss histories and loss projections; and identifies potential risk treatment methods including self-insurance, purchase of insurance, pooling, risk avoidance, risk control. Develops skill to underwrite materials for submittal worldwide to brokers and underwriters; audits policies; and negotiates settlement of first party and third party claims. Learn to review the impact of proposed legislation and guidelines on SMUD operations and cost structures; attends industry and related meetings on legal and other trends in the risk management industry; and preparing cost analyses. Aids in work activities with work-unit employees to meet established task objectives and deadlines by following established policies and precedents; communicating with team members and incorporating their input to processes and techniques; promoting staff safety and a safe work environment; participates as a team member in accomplishing objectives; and referring problems to supervision where solutions are not readily achievable. Coordinates, monitors and conducts work activities associated with department internal/external projects in accordance with established task objectives and schedule as outlined in the project plan/contract. Performs related duties as required.
Required Education
- High School diploma or equivalent
Required Experience
Experience: One or more (1+) years of progressively responsible relevant work experience in utility risk management/insurance programs including overseeing broker, third party claims administrators and external counsel; a Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Finance or a related field can be used as a replacement for work experience.
Knowledge Of
Skills To
Desirable Education
Education: BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university majoring in Business Administration, Finance or related field that includes insurance/risk management coursework.
Desirable Qualifications
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to organize and prioritize competing deadlines and demands while providing quality work product.
- Ability to express ideas/facts clearly and concisely to individuals or groups, considering the audience and nature of information, in both verbal and written form.
- Proficient in data analysis.
- Proficient to advanced in MS Office programs - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Basic principles of risk management and insurance, including methods and techniques related to risk financing.
- Principles and practices of economic analyses of projects and programs, including methods and techniques for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling work activities.
- Electric utility risk management and insurance experience.
- Superior prioritizing and multi-tasking skills.
- Proven ability to allocate time spent on assignments by balancing relative risk and criticality of business need.
- Presentation preparation, and public speaking skills.
- Licenses or Certifications: Property & Casualty Insurance Broker License; Associate in Risk Management (ARM Designation); Certified Risk Manager (CRM Designation); and/or Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU Designation) - desired, but not required.
Physical Requirements
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) - Who We Are
As the nation's sixth-largest community-owned electric service provider, we're proud of our reputation as one of the best places to work in Sacramento. Our employees tell us in our engagement surveys they're "Happy, satisfied and engaged" which helps create a workplace that best serves our customers. Sacramento was named as the 2nd happiest place to work in America by Forbes Magazine. Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the world-renowned Napa Valley are within easy driving distance of our locations.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
SMUD celebrates diversity, and inspires an inclusive culture based on trust and respect to create belonging and connection among our employees, customers, and communities. By working together, we are powering positive, equitable opportunities for all. We aspire to be a workplace where you can be yourself, achieve your best, and thrive together.
An example of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is when SMUD signed the California Equal Pay Pledge in 2020. This requires equal pay for employees who perform “substantially similar work,” when viewed as a composite of skill, effort, and responsibility at the time those employees started within that classification. As such, initial hiring salary range is not subject to negotiation and salaries will vary over time based on performance.
SMUD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications, merit, and business needs and interests.
Why Sacramento, California?
The capitol of California, Sacramento is the state's sixth-largest city, and the 35th largest in the U.S. Local universities include California State University, University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law, and the University of California, Davis and several competitive community colleges. The UC Davis Medical Center, a world-renowned research hospital, is one of more than a dozen hospitals and shared services centers in the Sacramento region. Part of the agriculturally-rich Central Valley, Sacramento is at the forefront of the farm-to-fork food movement. Northern California is home to some of the country's top technology companies, including Google and LinkedIn, and a multitude of startups in many industries. Sacramento is home to the NBA Kings, the River Cats (AAA baseball), the Republic FC (soccer) and the San Francisco Giants, NBA Warriors and NFL 49er's aren't far away. Sacramento offers an affluent liberal arts community with Broadway, Mondavi Center, Crocker Museum and summer musical theater to name a few.
On-site Work:
This role will be an on-site role that will require being in person at one of SMUD's campuses daily to complete work tasks. Once the selected candidate is familiar with the role, this position may be eligible for SMUD's hybrid (office/home) work employee benefit, the schedule of which will be determined by the successful candidate and the Hiring Manager. SMUD takes pride in powering the Sacramento region community where we live and work. We value the strong working relationships we develop with our colleagues. Our approach to hybrid work will continue to evolve. Please be aware that should SMUD’s business needs change, emergencies occur, or various other reasons arise, you may be required to report onsite on a part-time or full-time basis.
SMUD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SMUD complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
SMUD expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SMUD employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
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