It is our mission to systematically eliminate, minimize, and transfer risk exposure wherever feasible, and to finance and mitigate losses in a manner that upholds the County’s commitment to fiscal responsibility. By embracing Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) principles, we proactively identify, assess, and manage risks across all County operations. Through optimized self-insurance and insured programs alongside robust loss control strategies, we not only protect but enhance the value of County assets. Our comprehensive safety and fleet management programs are crafted to safeguard employees, ensure operational continuity, and foster sustainable resource utilization. We are dedicated to cultivating a dynamic risk management culture that drives innovation, supports the County’s strategic vision, and strengthens our collective success.
What We Do
Organizational Risk Management and Strategic Planning
- Systematically eliminate, minimize, and transfer exposure wherever feasible, and finance and mitigate losses for risks that do materialize, in alignment with the County’s commitment to fiscal responsibility.
- Foster a dynamic risk management culture that drives innovation and promotes risk awareness throughout the County.
- Develop and deliver training materials and presentations to educate County personnel on risk management principles and practices.
- Provide risk-based recommendations for strategic and long-term planning, driving organizational resilience, and supporting the County’s strategic vision.
Insurance and Claims Management
- Leverage optimized self-insurance and insurance programs alongside robust loss control strategies to protect and enhance the value of County assets.
- Administer all workers’ compensation, general liability, and auto liability claims, including litigated claims, through disposition, encompassing reporting, investigation, reserving, negotiation, and payment of claims.
Safety Management
- Implement and oversee comprehensive safety programs to safeguard employees, ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, lead investigations, and reduce workplace accidents and injuries.
Fleet Management
- Ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient use of fleet assets and oversee contracted maintenance operations.