Risk and Compliance Manager

Title: Risk and Compliance Manager

State Role Title: Compliance Manager I

Hiring Range: $80,000 - $95,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept Conservation & Recreation

Location: MAIN STREET CENTRE

Agency Website: http://www.dcr.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of Conservation and Recreation is looking for an experienced Risk and Compliance Manager to serve as part of the Division of Administration and Finance. This role will also serve as the Agency Transportation Officer (ATO) and Emergency Management Coordinator (EMC) for the agency.

The position is responsible for:

• Claims administration and oversight, including insurance claims, citizen injury claims, citizen property loss/damage, agency property loss, auto incidents, etc. Performing tasks and providing guidance to agency employees and external customers in areas specific to agency risk management and risk mitigation and reduction. Ensuring risk and safety resources, training, and tools are made available to agency personnel to promote prevention and loss control as well as health and safety code compliance.
• Serving as the Agency Transportation Officer (ATO), overseeing vehicle fleet management and the safety training program, performing administrative, financial and procurement functions in support of risk management and fleet management activities.
• Serving as the Emergency Management Coordinator (EMC), managing and maintaining the agency continuity of operations plan (COOP) and coordinating emergency response planning and exercises for the agency. Reconciling and tracking disaster recovery expenses and funding claims and serving as the MSC facility evacuation and AED safety coordinator. Assisting with business planning and implementation of agency level administrative programs in support of the Deputy of Administration and Finance.

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is the state’s lead conservation agency, and it takes a diverse agency to conserve resources for a diverse commonwealth.

DCR offers paid leave; 13 paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan for classified positions, and VaLORS for law enforcement positions only); and is a federally recognized Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer.

DCR’s Mission is to conserve the natural, scenic, historic, and cultural resources of the Commonwealth. We invite you to learn more about DCR’s efforts to CONSERVE.

Minimum Qualifications

Considerable experience in claim management, spanning across the realm of property, liability, auto, and workers’ compensation. Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and apply complex contractual, policy, statutory, and case law, including preparing and managing contested liability claims for litigation in partnership with internal and external stakeholders. Skilled in developing lesson plans and delivering training to audiences on risk management and safety topics, both in-person and in a virtual format. Proficient in conducting facility inspections and audits to assess compliance with OSHA and VOSH regulations, investigating loss events, and preparing thorough root cause analysis professional reports. Comprehensive knowledge of complex occupational health and safety laws, regulations, and standards, including the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Act; OSHA regulations (Code of Federal Regulations for General Industry and Construction); BOCA National Building and Fire Prevention Codes; National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Additional Considerations

Experience directing loss control and risk management programs for a large company or state agency. Safety Certification from the National Safety Council or the American Society of Safety Engineer preferred. Experience negotiating and settling claims. Experience helping counsel prepare cases for litigation.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

This postilion will be based in Richmond, VA serving locations throughout the Commonwealth. Remote location would be considered.

Submission of an online application is required for this position. DCR does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. for this vacancy in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application and/or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience.

A valid Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.

Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.

Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National/Federal Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT

DCR employees are encouraged to visit Virginia State Parks! Check out our employee discounts.

• Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks.
• DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service) are entitled to overnight facility discounts such as:
  • Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people.
  • Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night prior to a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
    
  • Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights. All reservations require a two-night minimum. Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one night yurt stays only receive a 25% discount.

Contact Information

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Email: HR@dcr.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.