First review of applications will begin September 10, 2026; weekly thereafter until filled. Purpose of role: The Risk Management Specialist completes a variety of tasks and projects to identify and address operational effectiveness in support of Valley Metro's claim and risk management program. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer and the Legal Operations Manager, the Risk Management Specialist processes all general liability and property damage claims and assists with the development of risk goals and objectives. The ideal candidate will embody Valley Metro's values of being innovative, driven, and responsible, while delivering excellent service to internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and best practices, supporting data-driven decisions, and managing program resources responsibly. This role may coordinate program activities and provide actionable insights to support the agency's success.
Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field; and Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in claims management, from claim inception, processing, closure or settlement, including all tracking and reporting. Two (2) years of experience in organizational risk management including insurance administration and experience in a lead or supervisory capacity, with responsibility for workers' compensation, tort, and insurance programs. Risk management experience within the transit industry desired. Risk management experience in the public or government sector desired. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Additional education cannot be substituted for experience. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Risk Management certifications/licensing desired.
The following functions are intended to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of this position and are not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed.
Required Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge of: Federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and requirements regarding workers' compensation, ADA, and FTA regulations. Insurance, loss prevention, and risk management best practices, principles, and theories. Reporting, research, and record-keeping techniques. Budgeting principles, fiscal management, and basic financial/accounting principles. Skill in: Methods to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal managers, executives, and external stakeholders. Risk management principles and practices that protect organizational assets and reputation. Communication (verbal and written). Monitoring and ensuring regulatory compliance. Recognizing opportunities and quantifying potential gains and losses by applying principles of finance, accounting, and business management. Making well-thought-out yet efficient decisions based on pertinent facts, relevant information, and good judgment. Identifying key issues, analyzing cause-effect relationships, clarifying input from different sources, and reaching appropriate decisions in a timely manner.
Work is performed in a typical office setting with routine use of standard office equipment. This role is sedentary, requiring the physical exertion of up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time. This role typically requires sitting, handling, fine dexterity, visual acuity, hearing, speaking, walking, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, twisting, time pressure, tedious or exacting work, changing of tasks, multitasking, irregular work schedule/overtime, and working with others on a team. Valley Metro is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Health Care Benefits Effective on the first of the month following date of hire, benefited employees will be eligible for health coverage. Medical/Vision/Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Insurance Dental Insurance Life/AD&D Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance Retirement Plans Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (Optional) Holiday Pay Paid Holidays Optional/Additional Benefits Voluntary Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account Tuition Assistance Free Employee Bus/Light Rail Card
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