The Sr. Risk Management Specialist will play a supportive role in analyzing and managing risk management issues by observing, receiving, and obtaining information from all relevant sources; analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems; keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to this role; using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards; establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them; encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members; providing guidance and direction in the avoidance, mitigation and/or transfer of risk; providing department support; and assisting with other Risk Management functions.
Demonstrated attention to detail, professional attitude, and the ability to maintain confidentiality are crucial components of this position. This position requires involvement with confidential and sensitive information, necessitating exceptional use of discretion, judgment, tact and diplomacy. Must maintain high standards of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information. Candidate must possess the ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment, while remaining driven and focused.
Risk Management
- Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time.
- Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products.
- Assist in the development of safety and risk management processes and procedures.
- Ensure timely and accurate journal entries and invoice processing.
- Conduct Annual Safety Accreditations.
- Assist with incident follow up.
- Provide team-based support to Risk Management department, which consists of Vice President of Risk Management and Risk Management Specialist.
- Conduct branch, program and child care site visits.
- Assist in the administration of Live Scan (background check) results and other pre-hire and compliance processes.
- Assist in conducting Employee Safety Orientations.
- Process subpoenas.
- Collaborate with all staff to monitor compliance and identify safety issues.
- Intervene in unsafe activities or operations.
- Exude determination.
- Maintain positive working relationships.
Other Functions
- Prepare personal expense reports, including maintaining receipts and preparing mileage reports.
- Process invoices. This includes the approval/signature process as well as the PaperSave side of the process.
- Support the HR and Risk Management Teams to make sure that the Association is in compliance with all legal and Association-mandated requirements.
- Ensure that all branch staff inquiries are answered within a reasonable time. Be professional and courteous at all times, demonstrating excellent customer service skills.
- Attend staff meetings and trainings, as required.
- Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.
- Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character (Trustworthiness, Citizenship, Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Fairness) as well as the YMCA Core Values of Caring, Respect, Honesty and Responsibility in all dealings with members, guests, volunteers and fellow staff.
- Demonstrate competencies in, and willingness to develop, in the Cause-Driven Leadership areas of Mission Advancement, Collaboration, Operational Effectiveness and Personal Growth.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Three to five years of relevant experience in a variety of fields, such as Risk Management/Safety, Compliance, Management.
- Diligent with an analytical and inquisitive mind.
- Superior organization and project management skills.
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills, strong self-awareness and flexibility.
- Ability to demonstrate professionalism while working with staff at all organizational levels.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
- Ability to demonstrate competence using various platforms or software systems.
- Desire to grow and learn.
- Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
- Articulates ideas clearly and concisely in a variety of settings, adjusting the message to match the audience.
- Basic knowledge of risk management principles and practices to identify and address unique risks that impact the organization.
- Ability to draft reports and other documents.
- Knowledge of investigative approaches.
- Knowledge of reporting measurements and methodologies.
- Organizational skills, including demonstrated ability to work independently and coordinate work efforts with fellow staff members.
- Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
- Analytical skills.
- Knowledge of basic computer skills to prepare reports and spreadsheets (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point.
Salary: $55,000.00