Risk Management Program Manager (Open and Promotional)

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. San Mateo County is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.Company WebsiteJob TitleRisk Management Program Manager (Open and Promotional)Job DescriptionAre you a Human Resources professional with great communication skills who would like to work in a collaborative environment? The Human Resources Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Risk Management Program Manager.The Risk Management Program Manager (Program Manager), reporting to the Deputy Director of Human Resources/ Risk Manager, will oversee the following three programs:- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title I workplace accommodations program for employees and job candidates with disabilities.- Leaves of Absence program for managing and monitoring the administration of claims for leave of absence.- Workers' Compensation Program.The Program Manager will direct the work of the staff in these units and support the team in the fulfillment of their duties in these program areas including their communication with employees, managers, insurance carriers, medical personnel, lawyers, and vendors. This position also receives a 5% management differential (already reflected in the salary) as the Program Manager assists the Deputy Director of Human Resources/ Risk Manager with a wide variety of work related to insurance for the County.The ideal candidate to work in this fast-paced division must be a superior problem solver, listener, and communicator who is persuasive, calm, and tactful with others in stressful situations. The ideal candidate will also have the demonstrated ability to direct the work of others and manage a cohesive team of high-performing professionals.In addition, the ideal candidatewill have:- Exceptional interpersonal skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and experience communicating with diverse personalities and clients.- Well-developed organizational skills to establish reasonable courses of action and accomplish immediate and long-term goals.- A strong ability to analyze and solve problems.- A demonstrated ability to prepare clear, concise reports.- A willingness to show initiative and promote and welcome innovative ideas and be a champion of change.- An appreciation for alternate approaches to solutions.- A keen ability to establish partnerships easily and effectively with others and establish trust quickly.IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply' button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org

to apply. Applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.Job RequirementsAny combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.- A typical way to qualify is three years of progressively responsible professional-level experience in the field of Human Resources within a public-sector environment, specifically regarding ADA in general and Title I specifically, Leave of Absence, Workers' Compensation, and insurance policies.- Experience should also include at least one year performing supervisory duties.

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