Temporary - Risk Analyst - Austin Human Resources

Job Description:

Temporary - Risk Analyst - Austin Human Resources

Description

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At the City of Austin Human Resources Department, we are committed to positioning our city as an employer of choice. Through strategic, balanced, and collaborative partnerships, we support and develop a high-performing, diverse workforce that thrives in a healthy, safe, respectful, and productive environment, benefiting employees, their families, City departments, and the broader community.
We are currently seeking a Temporary Risk Analyst to join our Risk Management team. This role plays a vital part in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks that impact City operations, assets, and services.

Job Description:

Purpose:

Under general supervision, develop, administer, and implement risk management programs within one or more departments or Citywide.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

• Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
  
• Conducts analysis of potential risks to the City and recommends risk management techniques and actions minimizing or transferring exposures and financing losses.
  
• Coordinates property and casualty insurance programs and recommends changes in policy forms, coverage, and deductibles. Coordinates property loss control engineering.
  
• Researches industry best practices and writes requests for proposals to secure the services for self-insurance and risk management functions.
  
• Evaluates, identifies, and recommends solutions for existing programs, including monitoring the implementation of agreed upon solutions until problem resolution.
  
• Develops and implements systems and procedures to ensure that vendors are in compliance with all contractual provisions.
  
• Compiles and analyzes self-insurance and/or premium costs, industry and reserve trends and benchmarks, performance-based incentives, and statistical data.
  
• Provides recommendations for new initiatives and program improvements. Plans, designs, develops, implements, and evaluates programs within area of specialization for Citywide use.
  
• Analyzes contracts between the City and outside vendors and determines the scope and provisions of all insurance coverage and provisions required by the City.
  
• Develops, implements, and conducts training and/or group meetings to collect or distribute information.
  
• Provides consulting to departments and the public on insurance coverage reviews, interpretations of coverage, property and liability exposures, and causes of loss.
  
• Completes property valuations (physical appraisals) for insurance and participates in discussions with departments and carriers to evaluate findings.
  

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

May lead and train others.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of risk management technique and practices.
  
• Knowledge of Commercial Property and/or Casualty insurance policies.
  
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing commercial insurance and/or risk management techniques.
  
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
  
• Skill in oral and written communications.
  
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  
• Skill in using computers and related software.
  
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
  
• Skill in planning and organizing.
  
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
  
• Ability to lead others.
  
• Ability to develop and maintain current knowledge of Risk Management Programs.
  
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
  
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job, plus four (4) years of experience in assigned areas of risk analysis/management or commercial insurance underwriting.
  
• Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
  

Notes to Candidate:

The City of Austin Human Resources Department is committed to building a high-performing, diverse workforce that supports a safe, respectful, and productive environment for all.

We’re seeking a Temporary Risk Analyst to help manage and reduce risk across City operations. This role supports insurance programs, analyzes data, and collaborates with departments to identify and mitigate potential exposures.

Salary Range: $34.44 - $43.74

Office Location:

One Texas Center

505 Barton Spring Road, Ste. 600

Austin, Texas 78704

Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday.
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hours may vary due to operational needs. An alternative schedule and remote work/teleworking options are available, but position requires a minimum of 40% per week in office standard.

Driving Requirement:

If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

When completing the City of Austin employment application: A detailed and complete City of Austin application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each position, describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. This information will be used to select candidates for interviews, and the starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience.

• While you may include a resume or cover letter, the information on your employment application will be the primary basis for interview qualification and compensation decisions.
  
• Please detail all previous employment you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications, including job titles and employment dates.
  
• A cover letter and/or resume will NOT replace a complete employment application. Do not use phrases like “see resume” or refer to other documents to complete your application. Ensure the “Duties and Responsibilities” sections are fully completed, as incomplete applications will not be considered.
  
• A Resume is required for this position.
  

Use of AI is strictly prohibited to respond to the application and during the interview process.

If you are selected to interview: If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees, will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization or institution, as well as proof of your professional licenses or certifications. If you are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.

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The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

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Closing Date/Time: 2025-10-31