Position Profile Risk Control Advisor or Senior Risk Control Advisor Central/San Joaquin Valley, California October 2018
Do you seek a career where you can see the results of your hard work? Do you want to have an impact on California s natural environment? Are you attracted to an industry that is critical to the state s success? Then our position of Risk Control Advisor is for you. Position Overview ACWA JPIA s Risk Management staff partners with member agencies to build positive relationships that result in reduced financial exposures for the water agency. Risk Control Advisors act as consultants to the assigned agencies, assisting in risk reduction and supporting the safety-related needs of the agency through extensive training programs in person and via webinars. ACWA JPIA is recruiting for either the Risk Control Advisor or Senior Risk Control Advisor position, depending on candidate experience and qualifications. The candidate will work under the direction of the Risk Control Program Manager to independently provide risk control services along with occupational safety and health services to member water agencies. The senior level professional is responsible for delivering an advanced degree of safety and risk control programs, and must demonstrate solid professional skills and judgement. This field position will be located in the Central/San Joaquin Valley area, primarily serving water agencies in Fresno, Tulare, Kings, Merced, Stanislaus and Madera counties. Frequent travel to water districts within the Central Valley service area is required, with overnight travel required up to 15% of the time to attend staff meetings, JPIA conferences, or to support members outside of the assigned service area. The person in this position works from their home office and has the flexibility to make his/her own schedule of visits and travel plans. No weekend work is required.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Compile facts from on-site risk assessments to evaluate safety programs and best practices, and to identify needs. Provide consultation on safety and risk control program development and technical issues. Organize and present data to the water agency staff during on-site meetings, including an action plan for the implementation of JPIA best practices and a strategic direction for training efforts. Maintain effective partnerships with members; demonstrate an understanding of the water industry and their unique risk management objectives and needs. Communicate effectively with members regarding the status of service delivery and JPIA resources relevant to the agency s safety concerns. Develop and deliver on-site safety training programs, demonstrating an effective understanding of the adult learner. Pursue professional development and demonstrate a willingness to develop and implement new approaches with assigned water agencies. Participate in evaluating and onboarding new member agencies to support JPIA growth. Contribute to website content, produce newsletter articles and support other member resources and communications. Preferred Qualifications include: Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision. Advanced knowledge and experience (for the senior position) in the principles and methods of risk control, safety, risk management, and public administration. Knowledge of state and federal laws relating to occupational health and safety; industrial hygiene; and tort liability. Ability to deliver multiple projects with an understanding of the priorities for the Risk Management Department and the JPIA organization. Understand how to maintain effective working relationships and communication from the field. Organized and efficient in planning service delivery and required travel. Proficient in computer systems and Microsoft Office applications associated with the performance of assigned work. Write reports, business correspondence, training materials, policies and procedures. Salary, Education and Experience Risk Control Advisor Non Exempt, $57,736-86,603 Bachelor s degree (B.S., B.A.), or two-year degree from an accredited college or university in occupational safety and health, environmental safety and health, safety or environmental management,
engineering or a related field, or a combination of education and experience in the risk control/occupational health and safety field with a recognized occupational safety and health certification. Senior Risk Control Advisor Exempt, $79,589 -$119,384 Requires a minimum of five to ten years of experience with increasingly responsible work, preferably with a public entity. Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) is required, or the candidate must receive the designation within one year of employment at the JPIA. Bachelor s degree (B.S., B.A.) from an accredited college or university in occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, safety management, safety engineering. A Master s degree is preferred for the senior level position. About ACWA JPIA The ACWA JPIA (JPIA) is a public entity formed in 1979 by the water agencies of the state of California. Like its members, the JPIA is a special district in the state of California. Its formation and operation are subject to the provisions of the California Government Code, including the Brown Act. It provides risk-sharing pools to meet the needs of its members for property, liability, workers' compensation, and employee benefits coverage. The JPIA is a partnership of water agencies working together to share the risks associated with purveying water. The risk-sharing pools of the JPIA are a cost-effective form of risk management available only to public entities, allowing them to bypass the high cost of commercial insurance. The coverages provided by this risk-sharing arrangement are unique to water agencies; the water agencies themselves--their directors and managers--have selected and refined these coverages. Not all water agencies are accepted in to the JPIA. Prospective members must demonstrate a commitment to effective risk management programs. Becoming a member is just the beginning. Besides handling covered claims for all members, the JPIA provides risk management services and training programs. Risk Control Advisors who are specialists in the water industry, not generalists, perform onsite visits. Certified treatment plant operators and distribution system operators are on staff. The risk management services includes assistance with Injury and Illness Prevention Programs, ergonomic evaluations, Cal/OSHA regulatory compliance, confined space entry evaluations, noise surveys, and hazard communication programs. In addition, members receive assistance with their personnel policies and procedures as well as help in developing job descriptions and employee handbooks.
The JPIA in the premier provider of secure, stable and highly cost-effective alternatives for protecting the assets, liabilities and employees of public water agencies. Located in Roseville, CA, the JPIA headquarters resides in a modern, LEED certified building. Roseville is located 30 miles east of Sacramento and part of the Placer Valley. Situated at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Roseville boasts affordable living, exceptional schools, extensive parks and outdoor activities and only a 90 minute drive to Tahoe or San Francisco areas. Annual Revenues: $150 million Mission Statement: The ACWA JPIA is dedicated to consistently and cost effectively providing the broadest possible affordable insurance coverages and related services to its member agencies. Benefits of Employment with JPIA Working with one of the most respected JPA s in the state Impacting the water industry in California Being part of an organization where 97% of staff agreed that they know how their individual job contributes to the success of the organization Incentive opportunities, dependent upon performance Medical, dental, vision insurance paid 100% for employee and dependents Life and disability insurance paid 100% for employee Vacation offering begins with 12 days per year Twelve paid holidays Casual dress Unlimited accrual of sick leave at one day per month Participation in the CalPERS retirement system Voluntary 457(b) tax deferred compensation plans Educational assistance program Employee Assistance Program for employee and dependents Remote personnel supplied with all electronics necessary to perform job Additional Requirements Possession of a valid State of California Driver s License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles. Proof of auto insurance with no exclusion for business use is required.
Functioning home office where reports can be written and calls made without interruption. Application Procedure Complete employment application located on JPIA s website, www.acwajpia.com. Click About Us; then Employment. Submit application with cover letter and resume to hr@acwajpia.com by Friday, November 16, 2018. No walk-ins please. EOE employer. Interview Process JPIA will personally contact all qualified candidates. Each will be invited to test and interview on pre-determined dates. Second interviews will be held if necessary. Thank you for your interest in joining ACWA JPIA This position fact sheet is intended to provide general information and assist qualified individuals in determining interest in applying for this position. The information is not all-inclusive.