Risk Management Manager
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
Position Description
The Manager of Risk Management is responsible for the strategic development execution and oversight of the Precincts risk mitigation workplace safety emergency management and internal affairs functions. Under the managerial direction of the Area Manager this role identifies evaluates and minimizes operational and organizational risks; ensures regulatory and policy compliance; leads disaster preparedness initiatives; and oversees impartial administrative investigations involving employee misconduct workplace complaints grievances and policy violations across all Precinct facilities field operations and public spaces.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Develop implement and continuously update comprehensive precinct-wide risk management frameworks safety policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Ensure strict compliance with all federal state and local regulations including OSHA FEMA and Texas state safety standards.
Monitor updates in safety laws environmental regulations and compliance reporting requirements adapting precinct protocols proactively to minimize liability.
Emergency Management & Interagency Collaboration
Serve as the primary liaison and coordinate operational planning with critical county agencies including the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) Central Office of Risk Management Pollution Control and the Health Department.
Direct and manage precinct-level disaster readiness risk assessment and recovery initiatives before during and after emergencies or natural disasters.
Establish emergency preparedness protocols and incident command structures aligned with the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
Incident Investigation & Claims Analysis
Lead thorough root-cause investigations of all workplace accidents vehicle collisions public property incidents and safety hazards.
Ensure all incident reports workers compensation documentation and risk exposure filings are meticulously completed analyzed and submitted within mandated timelines.
Analyze claim and incident trends to design targeted corrective action plans and preventative risk-reduction strategies.
Internal Affairs Oversight & Employee Conduct
Oversee impartial investigations involving employee misconduct workplace complaints grievances policy violations and other employee relations concerns.
Interview involved parties and witnesses review evidence maintain confidential case records and prepare investigative summaries and disposition correspondence.
Advise managers on disciplinary actions conflict resolution performance improvement plans and applicable policies.
Coordinate administrative hearings grievances and related compliance matters while analyzing case trends and recommending corrective actions policy updates and training.
Workforce Training & Risk Awareness
Design schedule and deliver high impact safety and risk mitigation training curricula for new employee onboarding and continuous education.
Coordinate and facilitate specialized training sessions including CPR AED First Aid hazard communication and defensive driving.
Maintain active tracking databases of employee safety certifications and regulatory compliance tracking.
Field Inspections & Loss Control
Conduct routine rigorous loss-control inspections of precinct facilities public parks and active construction sites involving heavy equipment and traffic hazards.
Identify potential liabilities environmental hazards or structural risks and implement immediate corrective or preventative actions.
Fiscal & Administrative Management
Forecast prepare and manage the divisions annual operating budget ensuring cost-effective allocation of safety gear emergency tools and training resources.
Supervise mentor and evaluate the performance of the Safety Coordinator and any assigned risk assessment staff.
Community & Constituent Relations
Address and resolve complex constituent complaints and inquiries regarding localized safety hazards infrastructure risks and emergency management concerns.
- Represent the Precinct at county municipal and regional risk management and emergency planning boards.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity EmployerRequirements
Education:
Bachelors Degree in Risk Management Occupational Safety Emergency Management Public Administration Human Resources or a closely related field from an accredited university
Three (3) years of direct experience managing safety risk management emergency management employee relations or as a first responder functions (Fire Police or EMS)
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Risk & Compliance: Deep knowledge of risk assessment methodologies liability mitigation occupational health standards internal controls and public-sector compliance.
Internal Affairs: Strong knowledge of administrative investigations employee misconduct reviews workplace complaints grievance processes confidentiality requirements evidence evaluation and investigative reporting.
Emergency Response: Proven capability to direct emergency risk operations and coordinate logistics during critical incidents or environmental disasters.
Leadership & Communication: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; ability to confidently present complex risk safety investigative and compliance matters to senior executives field staff employees and the general public.
Project & Case Management: Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-priority compliance projects investigations deadlines and sensitive matters simultaneously.
- Technology Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook) and risk management incident tracking case management and document management systems.
NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
Hours:
Full-Time position 40 Hours per week.
This may include weekends holidays and requirement to work during emergency disasters.
Location:
1310 Prairie Houston TX 77002
Work Environment:
This job operates in a clerical office setting.
This role routinely involves standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines.
Noise level in the work environment is usually average.
Physical Demands:
This is largely a sedentary role; however some filing is required.
This would require the ability to lift files of up to 50 lbs. open filling cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Required Experience:
Manager