Salary : $89,860.31 - $98,846.34 Annually
Location : 2120 East Main Street, Dorchester, SC 29437, SC
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 02467
Department: RISK MANAGEMENT AND SAFETY
Opening Date: 08/14/2026
Closing Date: 8/31/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Description

The purpose of this job is to perform complex administrative work for the Risk Management and Safety Department. Under limited supervision, work involves identifying and evaluating exposures to accidental loss; developing and recommending reasonable and effective risk control policies and procedures; administering risk identification, evaluation and control matters; ensuring departmental directors implement risk control measures; recommending the appropriate method of funding for accidental loss including the purchase of insurance and/or retention of risk; defining the County's capacity for risk retention; recommending the appropriate combination of insurance and self-insurance; coordinating claims; administering or coordinating activities or programs for an effective risk management program; communicating with the County Administrator and Deputy Administrator CFO when such action is deemed appropriate; accomplishing the risk management objectives.

This position formulates long-range goals for the organization, develop policy and position papers and negotiates with the chief administrative officer and/or elected officials.
Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Provides leadership and strategic direction for the County's comprehensive risk management, safety, insurance, claims administration, regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, and loss prevention programs. Establishes departmental vision, strategic priorities, and long-range organizational objectives. Oversee the development and implementation of the goals, objectives, policies and priorities for insurance, safety and claims-related programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Serves as the County's principal advisor on risk management, insurance, liability, occupational safety, and regulatory compliance; ensures compliance of all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.
• Directs the County's insurance strategy and long-term risk financing. Administers the County's property, casualty, workers' compensation, and related insurance programs, including annual renewals, asset valuation, coverage analysis, budgeting, cost allocation, and coordination with insurers, brokers, and third-party administrators.
• Represents the County before insurance carriers, governmental agencies, professional organizations, attorneys/mediators, auditors, and County Council on matters involving risk management, insurance, claims, and organizational risk.
• Directs the County's safety program. Directs employee training on safety and claims reporting. Oversees the Safety Incentive Program. Verifies the annual review of the county safety manual. Ensures completion of all required Federal (OSHA 300), state or local regulatory reports. Oversees the County's Employee Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
• Supervises assigned staff. Supervisory duties include instructing; assigning, reviewing and planning work others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; selecting new employees; acting on employee problems; recommending and approving employee discipline; and recommending discharge as appropriate.
• Provides workforce development through succession planning, employee development, mentoring, and performance management.
• Develops and administers departmental operating, capital equipment, workers compensation and insurance budgets; manages insurance expenditures; evaluates contingency fund(s) adequacy; recommends funding strategies; and evaluates department's workforce needs.
• Establish and implement procedures for supervision and adjustment of claims. Monitors incidents, accidents, injury losses and trends and develop risk metrics and management reports showing safety performance results and risk mitigation strategies. Oversees litigation management, investigation and settlement of workers' compensation, liability, auto and property claims; serves as a defense witness as needed.
• Serves as Chairperson of County' Safety Committee; serves on the Dorchester County Vehicle Accident Review Board (DCVARB) as required.
• Directs department's participation in the County's emergency operations as needed; maybe on-call 24/7 for emergency operations as assigned.
• Develops and revises department's standard operating procedures to ensure workflow efficiency.
• Communicate complex information through oral and written presentations.
• Attends workshops, training, conferences, and seminars to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree in Risk Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, or closely related field combined with at least three (3) years of related work experience;
or
• Associate's Degree in Risk Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, or closely related field combined with at least five (5) years related work experience.
Additional Requirements

Special Qualifications, Certifications and Licenses:
• Must possess and maintain a valid SC driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
• Associate in Risk Mgt (ARM) or Certified Risk Manager (CRM) preferred.
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):
Work is performed in relatively safe, secure and stable work environment

Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This
description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the "core" work hours of 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and must work 40 hour each week to maintain full-time status. Employees must be available to share on-call duties during evenings, weekends, and holidays with other staff members. May also be required to work during emergencies or as requested by Administration. This is a safety sensitive position and employees holding this position have the responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. This position is subject to random drug testing.
For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:
Benefits for County Employees
County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.
Healthcare Benefits
(Full-time employees)

Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.
Retirement Benefits

In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.
Workplace Benefits
In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.
Note: The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.
01

The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers or copy and paste the same answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Risk Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, or closely related field combined with at least three (3) years of related work experience?orAssociate's Degree in Risk Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, or closely related field combined with at least four (5) years related work experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history?

• N
• Yes

04

Do you have OSHA 10/30 or similar safety-related certification?

• Yes
• No

05

Please describe all risk management programs you have managed (e.g. worker's compensation claims administration, safety/risk reduction/ and property conservation) and the size of the operation, operating budget and staff size.
06

Please describe any experience you have had in participating in the public entity risk pools such as the State of South Carolina Insurance Reserve Fund or the South Carolina Counties Worker's Compensation Trust.
07

Describe your experience with the allocation of claim costs to units within an organization (include familiarity with actuarial reports, reserving philosophy, budgeting, experience modifications, etc.).
08

Describe your experience and interaction with executive management, contracted legal counsel and in-house legal counsel.
09

Describe your experience in interacting with multiple departments and functions to encourage a culture of risk management. What strategies have you implemented to successfully prevent losses at all levels of an organization?
10

Please describe your experience managing a team or a program. Please include how many years of experience you have had in management and the type of employees managed.
11

Do you possess and Associate in Risk Mgt (ARM) or Certified Risk Manager (CRM) designation or able to obtain in 6 months?

• Yes
• No

12

Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment. Also, indicate timeframe of unemployment under work history.
Required Question