Senior Risk Analyst

Moreno Valley, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 98529 - 138736

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The Human Resources Department is looking for a proactive and analytical professional to join our team as the next Senior Risk Analyst!

This position is pending City Council approval on February 17 2026 with an anticipated authorization appointment to begin following February 28 2026.
Recruitment may be used to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

THE OPPORTUNITY
The Senior Risk Analyst serves as the Citys technical expert and internal consultant on all matters related to risk management. Operating with a high degree of independence this position plans organizes and directs the Citys comprehensive risk management programs including general liability workers compensation employee safety property damage insurance administration and loss control. The role is responsible for evaluating risk exposure developing mitigation strategies managing insurance portfolios and ensuring compliance with federal state and local regulations.
The Senior Risk Analyst collaborates closely with City departments external partners and the City Attorneys Office to investigate claims analyze loss trends and implement programs that reduce financial exposure and enhance organizational safety. This position also oversees risk financing techniques maintains risk management information systems prepares annual reports and provides expert guidance on indemnification insurance requirements and contract language. The role requires strong analytical ability sound judgment and the capacity to manage complex high-impact responsibilities in a dynamic public-sector environment.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Click here to access thecomplete classification description including the experience education and physical and mental requirements for this job.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is an experienced risk management professional with strong analytical abilities a deep understanding of public-sector liability and insurance programs and a proven ability to operate independently as the Citys technical expert. They excel at evaluating claims and loss trends administering complex insurance portfolios reviewing contracts and indemnification language and developing practical strategies to reduce exposure and improve organizational safety. They communicate clearly translate technical concepts for diverse audiences and build effective working relationships with departments legal counsel brokers and vendors. The ideal candidate is highly organized skilled in project management proficient with risk management information systems and data tools and brings a continuous-improvement mindset to modernizing processes and strengthening the Citys overall risk posture.

MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

A bachelors degree in finance public or business administration or a closely related field; OR equivalent related work experience; AND
A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing administrative operations budgetary and similar analyses.
Experience in a governmental agency is preferred.
Possession of or the ability to obtain certifications such as the Associate in Risk Management (ARM) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) is desirable.

ABOUT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION
The Human Resources Department plays a vital role in supporting the Citys mission by fostering a high-performance service-oriented work environment. The department is responsible for a wide range of human resource functions including recruitment and selection employee and labor relations classification and compensation benefits administration workers compensation and employee training and development.

THE SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants possessing the MOST DESIRABLEqualifications at each level based on a screening of required application materials including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire will be invited to continue in the selection process. The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people.

Recruitment Process:Human Resources (HR) reviews all application materials to determine whether candidates meet the established minimum and preferred qualifications after the position closes. Those who qualify will be advanced to the next stage of the recruitment process. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status.

Application Screening
Applications and supplemental materials will be reviewed to identify candidates whose qualifications best align with the positions essential requirements. Only those applicants who meet the criteria outlined in the job bulletin will advance to the next phase of the selection process.

Based on the Departments needs the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.

Eligible List:Once the appraisal is complete HR will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

DISCLAIMERS

The City of Moreno Valley is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people. As part of this commitment the City of Moreno Valley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process please contact Human Resources at or .

Required Experience:

Senior IC

DescriptionThe Human Resources Department is looking for a proactive and analytical professional to join our team as the next Senior Risk Analyst!This position is pending City Council approval on February 17 2026 with an anticipated authorization appointment to begin following February 28 2026.Recru...