| Location | St. George, SC |
| Salary | $87,196.18–$95,915.80 Per Year |
DEPUTY DIRECTOR RISK MANAGEMENT
Salary
$87,196.18 - $95,915.80 Annually
Location
Multiple locations, SC
Job Type
FULL-TIME
Job Number
02521
Department
RISK MANAGEMENT AND SAFETY
Opening Date
10/09/2026
Closing Date
10/23/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Description
The purpose of this job is to provide assistance to the Director of Risk Management & Safety in the functions of the County's risk management and safety programs, ensuring that its' risks, assets, and liabilities are adequately insured, and that a safe environment is provided for employees and citizens.
This position works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to the Risk Manager, Deputy County Administrators and County Administrator through conferences and reports.
Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Manages the county's safety program. Assists in accidents investigations. Implements employee training on safety and claims reporting. Attends Safety Committee and Dorchester County Vehicle Accident Review Board (DCVARB) meetings. Administers the Safety Incentive Program. Ensures county's compliance of safety regulations and standards. Coordinate the annual review of the county safety manual. Ensures completion of all required Federal (OSHA 300), state or local regulatory reports.
Manages the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for safety and claims-related programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures. Manages the County's Return to Work program including coordination of FMLA with HR. Assists in ensuring departmental compliance of all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations related to Workers Compensation and Safety.
Implements the collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of claims, safety, insurance, and operational performance data; identifies trends, emerging risks, and cost drivers; develops executive dashboards and performance metrics; and makes policy, operational, and loss prevention recommendations to Department leadership.
Assists in the administration of 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.
Assists in planning, coordinating and managing the daily activities of the department. Serves as the Director of Risk Management & Safety designee as required in his/her absence.
Serves as backup liaison between the County, insurance carriers, third party administrators, case managers and attorneys; provides information as required in the resolution of claims; attends meetings, mediations, hearings, and conferences as required.
Reviews reported worker's compensation injuries, near accidents and/or misses, over utilization, abuses and circumstances surrounding every claim; will periodically visit the employee to ascertain the status of the employee. Works closely with Human Resources to resolve Worker's Compensation and Americans with Disabilities Act related issues.
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.
Leads or coordinates special projects, strategic initiatives, organizational studies, and cross-departmental improvement efforts assigned by Director.
Assists in the preparation of the departmental budget.
Implements and maintains the department's risk management information system (RMIS), ensuring data integrity, workflow automation, reporting capabilities, system configuration, and operational efficiency.
Responds to employee/public inquiries, concerns, and complaints regarding Risk Management & Safety policies, procedures, and Freedom of Information requests.
Assist Director during emergency operations as needed; may be on-call 24/7 for emergency operations as assigned.
Attend training, meetings, seminars and conferences to enhance job knowledge and skills.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Associates degree or equivalent combination of training/experience and a minimum of four (4) years of related work experience with progressive responsibility.
or
Bachelor's degree in safety, Environmental Health, Risk Management, Business Administration or related discipline and a minimum of two (2) years of 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.
Must be AAA Driver Instructor certified or able to attain certification within 6 months of employment.
Must obtain OSHA 10/30 or similar safety-related certification within 6 months of employment.
May be required to obtain and maintain insurance/claims related certifications as deemed appropriate by Department Head.
Intermediate-level computer skills with Microsoft suite programs. Experience in using a Risk Management Information System (RMIS) is preferred.
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 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Employees must be available to share weekly on-call duties during evenings, weekends, and holidays with other staff members. May also be required to work during emergencies or as requested by the Director. 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.
E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.
For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:
https://www.dorchestercounty.net/index.aspx?page=227
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. Weve maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.
www.eip.sc.gov/
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.
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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. 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.
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Do you have Associates degree or equivalent combination of training/experience and a minimum of four (4) years of related work experience with progressive responsibility. or • Bachelor's degree in safety, Environmental Health, Risk Management, Business Administration or related discipline and a minimum of two (2) years of related work experience.
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Do you possess and able to maintain a valid SC driver's license with an acceptable driving history?
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You must become an AAA Driver Instructor certified or able to attain certification within 6 months of being assigned to this position. Are you able to satisfy this requirement?
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You will be required to obtain OSHA 10/30 or similar safety-related certification within 6 months of being assigned to this position? Are you able to satisfy this requirement?
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In this position you may be required to obtain and maintain insurance/claims related certifications as deemed appropriate by Department Head. Are you able to fulfill this requirement?
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Do you have Intermediate-level computer skills with Microsoft suite programs?
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How do you rate your computer skills? 1 being low, 10 being excellent.
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Do you have experience in using a Risk Management Information System (RMIS)?
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Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Must be documented under work history section. Please indicate in the work history area of the application. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.
Required Question
Employer Dorchester County
Address 201 Johnston Street
St. George, South Carolina, 29477
Phone 843-832-1640