Director, Risk Management
$79,685–$79,685 year
On-siteSt. Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Lead the organization's comprehensive risk management program by establishing policies, procedures, systems, and controls that proactively identify and mitigate risks across all operational areas. Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership and departments on risk-informed decision-making, safety, insurance, and compliance. Conduct risk assessments for programs, events, facilities, and travel; manage council insurance programs including renewals, coverage analysis, and claims administration. Coordinate reporting and response to accidents, injuries, and significant incidents while monitoring trends to support continuous improvement. Develop safety standards, emergency procedures, and business continuity plans; review contracts for liability and compliance considerations. Deliver training and resources on risk management and safety to promote a culture of preparedness. Work in a hybrid capacity with occasional evening, weekend, or on-call availability as needed for emergencies.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in, risk management, business administration, insurance, public administration, safety, emergency management, a related field, or equivalent experience
- Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in risk management, insurance, safety, compliance, loss prevention, or a related field
- Experience developing and administering risk management programs in a complex organization
- Experience interpreting and applying laws, regulations, policies, contracts, and industry standards related to risk and safety
- Valid state driver's license, proof of insurance, and a driving record that is acceptable to our insurance carrier
- Strong knowledge of risk management principles, insurance programs, safety practices, compliance requirements, and loss prevention strategies
- Ability to assess complex situations, identify potential exposures, and develop practical, proportionate mitigation strategies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate data, identify trends, and make sound recommendations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex risk concepts clearly to audiences with varying levels of understanding
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and collaborate without relying solely on formal authority
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information
- Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to urgent and emerging risk matters
- Ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and build a culture of shared accountability for risk management
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other technology used to maintain records, analyze data, prepare reports, and manage risk-related information
- Ability to work independently, under limited direction, exercising judgment and initiative in making decisions within Council operations, policies, and procedures
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced, dynamic organization
- Ability to travel throughout the jurisdiction using personal automobile for work purposes
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time operating a computer, including navigating websites, software platforms, spreadsheets and both electronic and paper documents
- Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copier, and computer printer
- Occasionally positions self to maintain files in file cabinets
- May need to move boxes weighing up to 25 pounds across office for various needs
- The ability to observe details at close range and at a distance
- Is required to drive/ operate an automobile
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