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  Req#: 5318189
  Salary: See Position Description
  Location : Austin, TX
  Job Type: Full Time
  Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
  Job Number: 26-10647
  Department: Information Security
  Opening Date: 04/24/2026
  Closing Date: 5/6/2026 11:59 PM Central
  
  Job Summary
  Performs advanced, senior level professional Risk / Safety management duties and responsibilities which may include but are not limited to contract administration for Third Party Administrators (TPA's) and case management contractors, administration of auto and general liability and property claims, workers compensation program, insurance coverage analysis for vendors and County, implementation of contracts and RFP's. Provides assistance with the administration of loss prevention and safety programs at either the department or corporate level of the organization. Works on problems of diverse scope.
  DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
  This is a job classification within the Enterprise Risk Management Department. Senior level Risk / Safety Analyst position.
  The salary range for this posting is $70,553.60 - $95,000.00 and any offer will be made based on qualifications and experience within that range.
  Duties and Responsibilities
  
  
  • Maintains a comprehensive underwriting database for both self-insured and insured coverage, utilizing risk assessment tools such as risk survey, review of financial reports and on-site inspections.
  • Assists management with the development of policies and procedures, particularly as related to self-insurance programs or workers compensation administration. Updates and revises existing policies and procedures, as required
  • Assists management with the development and advertising of Requests for Proposal for a variety of services, including insurance coverage and professional services relating to claims administration activities. Provides assistance in the review and analysis of RFP responses.
  • Researches insurance coverage and other risk management issues, makes suggestions and provides input regarding certain aspects of the risk management program, to include whether or not to insure specific types of exposures.
  • Maintains contact with TPA regarding workers compensation and liability claims; provides technical assistance regarding procedures for handling claims.
  • Assists with the administration of the Risk Management Information system (RIM's) to include data entry, accuracy validation, weekly data download from TPA, and departmental reports.
  • Provides assistance on Accident/Incident investigations. Interviews personnel involved in accident, performs area survey for preventative a corrective actions. (Loss or damage to vehicle, heavy equipment or injury to 3rd party). This includes consulting and work with the County Attorney to determine settlement recommendations for the Commissioners Court.
  • Interviews employees and supervisors concerning vehicular collisions, determines preventive measures and writes reports reflecting recommendations to minimize reoccurrence. Investigates major incidents involving third parties, and reports findings and recommendations to affected parties.
  • Reviews insurance policies to ensure collection efforts are consistent with an effective claim management lifecycle.
  • Assists with contract review and recommendations.
  • Works with the departments concerning loss minimization directed in areas where trends are observed.
  • Maintains database for recording and reporting loss experiences.
  • Completes organizational paperwork, as required.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  Minimum Requirements
  
  Education and Experience:
  Bachelor's degree in Personnel Management, Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Environmental Sciences, Safety Engineering, Chemistry or a directly related field AND five (5) years of directly related demonstrated experience;
  OR,
  Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.
  
  Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
  Valid Texas Driver's License.
  
  Preferred:
  Associate in Risk Management and Associate in Risk Management - Public Entities.
  Texas State Adjuster's License.
  
  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Knowledge of:
  • County policies, procedures and terminology.
  • Federal, State, and Local laws, statutes, and regulations relating to the field.
  • Principles and practices of insurance underwriting.
  • Workers compensation procedures and practices.
  • Currently accepted risk management and loss control.
  • Investigative methods, procedures and techniques.
  • Work management and work leadership concepts and skills.
  • Compiling data and generating reports.
  • Negotiating, interviewing and investigative practices and techniques.
  • Office management.
  • Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages.
  • Business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation.
  Skill in:
  • Problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Customer service delivery.
  • Explaining complicated technical problems in simple non-technical language.
  • Prioritizing work assignments.
  • Both verbal and written communication.
  Ability to:
  • Analyze and evaluate data and identify trends.
  • Work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • Interpret, conduct research, analyze and develop programs and policies, practices, and procedures.
  • Manage time well, perform multiple tasks and organize diverse activities.
  • Network and interact with a diverse workforce, community and customer population.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and officials, representatives of outside agencies, construction safety management, construction safety subcontractors, and the general public.
  
  Work Environment & Other Information
  
  Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry 50 pounds occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions. Subject to dust, extreme temperatures/weather change, extreme heat, extreme cold, humidity, dangerous machinery, and hazardous chemicals.
  
  Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.
  
  This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
  
  Work Hours: Monday -
  
  Friday 8 am - 5 pm. Works some holidays, Works some nights, Works some weekends
  Department: Information Security
  Location: 700 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701
  Criminal Background Checks Required.
  For updates or questions about this posting, contact: Shari.Campos-Lopez@TravisCountyTX.Gov
  Benefits
  Employment at Travis County comes with a full array of benefits. We offer comprehensive health insurance, a no-cost, on-site Health and Wellness clinic, longevity pay, paid vacations, sick time and personal holidays, not to mention an industry competitive salary structure and a friendly, stable work environment.
  FY2026 Travis County Benefit Guide
  
  In this valuable you will find benefit summaries, eligibility requirements, costs, contact numbers and addresses as well as other general information on the benefits available to Travis County Employees and Retirees.
  
  Credit Union
  Employees may join the Travis County Credit Union which offers low-interest loans, savings plans through payroll deduction, safe deposit boxes and other benefits.
  
  Deferred Compensation
  Employees may enroll in a tax- free sheltered investment plan through payroll deduction.
  
  Direct Deposit
  Employees may sign up for direct bank deposit.
  
  Employee Assistance Program
  Travis County provides a confidential counseling and referral service free of charge to county employees and their family.
  
  Employee Organizations
  Membership in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Union is available through payroll deduction.
  
  Employee Health & Wellness Clinic
  Employees may access the clinic for a variety of wellness program and health care services with no co-pay, no deductible and no co-insurance costs.
  
  Holidays
  An average of eleven paid holidays are designated by the Travis County Commissioners Court at the beginning of each fiscal year.
  
  Insurance
  Employees may select from four plans: an Exclusive Physician Organization (EPO), Choice Plus Preferred Physician Organization (PPO), Consumer Choice or a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). All four options include a Pharmacy Plan. Travis County's current policy is to pay 100% of the employee's health insurance premium for the Consumer Choice and HDHP. Employees will pay a premium for both the EPO and PPO. Other insurance benefits include $50,000 Basic Life and AD&D paid by the County.
  
  The following benefits are employee paid:
  
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Supplemental Life, AD&D
  • Dependent Life
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Long Term Care
  
  New employees are covered on the first day of the month following 28 calendar days of employment.
  
  Longevity
  Longevity pay is paid for each year completed after three years of continuous service. Peace Officers in a law enforcement activity, whose job requires state peace officer certification, receive pay after one year of certification.
  
  On the regular payday on or after the employee's fourth and subsequent adjusted service dates, he or she receives a single payment for the previous year.
  
  Parking
  A limited number of assigned parking spaces are available to employees in the Courthouse Complex.
  
  Personal Holidays
  Regular, full-time employees are eligible for up to three paid personal holidays each calendar year. Part-time employees shall be granted personal holidays on a prorated basis. New employees earn personal holidays for the calendar year in which he/she begins employment, based on the month in which employment begins:
  
  January - March
  
  3 personal holidays
  April - June
  
  2 personal holidays
  
  July - September
  
  1 personal holiday
  October - December
  
  None
  
  New employees are eligible to take personal holidays after 90 days of employment.
  Retirement
  Travis County is a member of the Texas County & District Retirement System with mandatory participation by certain classes of employees. Seven percent (7%) of the gross salary is deducted each pay period. An employee is fully vested after eight years of service. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees.
  
  Sick Leave
  Regular employees earn sick leave at a rate of eight hours per month with unlimited accrual during employment. Part-time employees earn sick leave on a pro-rated basis.
  
  Parental Leave
  Each Full-time Paid Parental Leave Eligible (PPL) Employee is entitled to a total of 320 hours of Paid Parental Leave in a 12 month period. Paid Parental Leave for Part-time PPL Eligible Employees is prorated based on the number of hours that they are regularly scheduled to work.
  
  Tuition Refund
  Certain classes of full-time employees may receive reimbursement for fees associated with pre-approved, job related course work completed satisfactorily.
  
  Vacation
  Based on years of county service, regular, full-time employees earn vacation time at the following rates:
  
  0 to 5 years
  
  4.0 hours per pay period
  
  6 to 10 years
  
  4.5 hours per pay period
  
  11 to 15 years
  
  5.0 hours per pay period
  
  16 to 20 years
  
  5.5 hours per pay period
  
  21 plus years
  
  6.0 hours per pay period
  
  Part-time employees earn vacation leave on a pro-rated basis.
  Workers' Compensation
  The county provides all employees workers' compensation coverage with benefits in accordance with state statute, if the employee sustains an injury out of, or in the course of work.

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