Risk Manager
Job Description
Who We Are
The City of Beverly Hills has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents, businesses, and visitors. This characteristic, combined with outstanding staff in all departments, has been a hallmark of success for this high-performance organization. The municipal government (approximately 1,000+ full-time and part-time employees) provides the highest quality safety services, recreational activities, municipal services, and physical environment.
What We Do
The mission of Human Resources is to be a collaborative and strategic partner, using fair and equitable practices to attract, hire, develop, support, and retain a highly qualified workforce, and to mitigate liability through effective loss prevention programs. The Human Resources Department is made up of the Workforce Administration and Development and Risk Management Divisions. The Workforce Administration and Development Division is responsible for Citywide recruitment and selection, organizational development, labor and employee relations, classification and compensation, employee leaves and benefits, and employee recognition and engagement. The Risk Management Division administers workers' compensation and general liability programs, insurance administration and liability claims management, safety and injury/illness prevention, employment-related ADA/interactive processes, and partners with the City Attorney's office in coordinating Citywide litigation. The Human Resources Department serves approximately 1,000+ full-time and part-time employees combined across 9 City departments.
Who We're Looking For
The City of Beverly Hills is seeking an experienced, strategic Risk Manager to join our dedicated team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a risk management professional who thrives in a complex, fast-paced public sector environment, and is ready to serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and departments. The City of Beverly Hills offers an environment that values expertise, integrity, and thoughtful leadership, where your work will make a lasting impact on the community we serve.
As the City's Risk Manager, you'll oversee a comprehensive risk management program spanning workers' compensation, general liability, property and casualty insurance, contract review, safety, and claims administration. You'll review contracts at the inception stage to identify exposure and ensure appropriate coverage, manage relationships with third-party administrators and independent adjusters, and oversee the full claims lifecycle from initial filing through resolution. You'll partner closely with City departments, legal counsel, and executive leadership, and represent the City's risk program with confidence and poise. In this role, you will also directly supervise a team of four dedicated staff members, providing guidance, support, and leadership to ensure the division operates at its highest level.
We're looking for someone who brings recent public sector experience, ideally at the municipal level, along with a thorough command of workers' compensation and general liability programs, proven experience managing TPAs and adjusters, and the ability to communicate clearly and calmly in high-stakes situations. The ideal candidate is composed under pressure, well-prepared, and committed to building a culture of safety and compliance while providing exceptional customer service across all levels of our City. If you are an established risk professional with a passion for building strong programs, fostering positive relationships, and a commitment to public service, we want to hear from you.
Detailed Job Description
Risk Manager
Salary and Benefits
$178,603.32 - $221,893.92 Annually
This position is represented by the Management and Professional Employees Association and is covered by the negotiated terms and conditions of that Association's Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Additional details about benefits may be found in the Management and Professional MOU, a copy of which is located at www.beverlyhills.org/mou.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Five years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the administration of a full range of risk management functions, including the administration of workers' compensation claims, general liability insurance, risk control, self-insured insurance, and safety programs. Two years of experience must have included supervisory and management responsibilities.
Training:
Bachelor's degree in risk management, human resources management, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field. A Master's degree in risk management, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field is desirable.
License and Certificate
- Designation as a Certified Risk Manager (CRM) or Associate in Risk Management (ARM) is desirable.
- Possession of a valid California driver's license, or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation, as required by the position.
Selection Process
- Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job bulletin at the time of submission unless specified otherwise.
- When an application is being reviewed, only information included in the Education, Work Experience, Certificates and Licenses, and Skills sections of the application will be considered to determine whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications.
- Résumés and cover letters are not reviewed or considered when screening for minimum qualifications.
- Résumés and cover letters are not accepted in lieu of a complete job application.
- Required supplemental attachments (i.e. diplomas, degrees, certifications or transcripts, etc.) must be included as part of the original application and may not be emailed separately unless explicitly stated otherwise or approved to be submitted separately.
- Applications must have clear, concise, and complete information regarding their qualifications for the position, including detailed responses to all supplemental questions, if applicable.
- Incomplete applications will not be considered or reviewed.
- If you have problems creating a user account or submitting your online application, please review the online applicant guide or contact NEOGOV applicant support directly at 855.524.5627 (Please note: Applicant Support hours are Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm Pacific Time and, depending on call volume, may be an automated voicemail system or live support).
- The utilization of Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) during any step in the selection process will be grounds for disqualification.
- Training and Experience Evaluation
- Review of Required Supplemental Questionnaire
- Presentation/Situational Prompt or Scenario
- Virtual Oral Interview (tentatively scheduled for the week of July 13, 2026)
- In-person Oral Interview (tentatively scheduled for the week of July 20, 2026)
- In-person Oral Interview (tentatively scheduled for the week of August 3, 2026)
Proof of Education
If educational units, a degree, transcripts, or certificate is required, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your Government Jobs account at the time of application and before the closing date unless specified otherwise by Human Resources. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification or disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
Conviction History
As a finalist for a job, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction (or arrest, in limited circumstances) conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you are a finalist. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City.
The City of Beverly Hills will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City of Beverly Hills is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.
EEO Statement
The City of Beverly Hills is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, driver’s license status or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to assist with the application, examination or interview process, please contact our Human Resources department at [email protected] . Please note that this request must be made at least three business days prior to any test or interview in the selection process.
The City of Beverly Hills is compliant with SB1100 which amends California's Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) prohibiting employers from requiring a driver's license in certain job postings.
Exempt At-Will Status
Employees in this position are at-will and exempt from the Civil Service pursuant to Beverly Hills Municipal Code Section 2-5.206. At will employment is defined by Labor Code § 2922.
Disaster Service Workers
All City of Beverly Hills employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
NOTE:
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
For a complete list of examples of essential duties, please visit the Risk Manager job description.