About Santa Clara County Housing Authority
As one of the largest providers of affordable housing in the Bay Area and a designated Moving To Work (MTW) agency, the award-winning Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking talented individuals looking to make a difference in Silicon Valley. SCCHA is an independent local government agency that administers the federal Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program for approximately 19,000 households and manages more than 2,000 units of affordable housing in Santa Clara County.
If you are looking to help solve one of the most significant problems in the Bay Area and want to be part of a collaborative, innovative organization dedicated to building a better Silicon Valley, then apply today!
We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, flexible spending accounts, deferred compensation, retirement, educational tuition reimbursement, and more. In addition, we operate on a 9/80 work schedule where employees have a paid day off every other Friday. (Monday through Thursday is a nine (9) hour day and the Friday that is worked is an eight (8) hour day).
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An exciting opportunity is now open!
Risk Analyst
Opening Date: July 23, 2024
Closing Date: August 16, 2024
$98,515.35 - $132,020.00 Annually
The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, helping make rental housing safe and affordable for approximately 20,000 low-income households.
How You Will Make an Impact:
The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking a Risk Analyst to join our highly collaborative and dedicated team in advancing the Housing Authority’s risk management and insurance programs. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, while striving to create an environment where all team members can contribute to growth and innovation.
The Risk Analyst will have the opportunity to expand their expertise in risk management, insurance programs, and property mitigation. They will also gain experience in policy development, analytical research, and strategic planning, providing a comprehensive approach to risk management. The Risk Analyst will evaluate, design, and coordinate the Agency’s risk management efforts, including insurance programs, property and construction risk, and claims management programs. They will help evaluate, manage, and mitigate risks across all Agency functions and departments, including physical property and residential real estate, information technology, human resources, capital improvement, and new construction projects.
In the first year, the Risk Analyst will improve claims/incident report protocols, evaluate and enhance the Agency’s existing risk management and insurance programs, including researching insurance options in the face of rising insurance costs, and administer the Agency’s insurance policies and manage insurance-related claims and negotiations.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to insurance and risk management.
- Proficiency in risk management software and tools.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- High level of organization and attention to detail.
What Our Team Is Looking For:
Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience likely to provide the required core competencies may be considered. A typical combination that is qualifying may include:
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field with a major coursework in risk management, business or public administration or a closely related field; and
- Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience analyzing, administering, and managing property and casualty liability, risk, and loss control, or closely related insurance activities.
- Certification as an Associate of Risk Management (ARM) or proof of working towards such certification is highly desirable.
- Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record at the time of appointment is required as a condition of initial and continued employment to perform the essential functions of the position.
Ideal Candidate
Our Ideal Candidate:
The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of professionals and will possess the following skills:
- Customer/Resident Service – values and recognizes the needs of both internal and external customers and residents.
- Initiative – proactively seeks solutions to resolve challenges.
- Exceptional Communicator – expresses ideas clearly and concisely and values the diversity and differences brought by others to build and maintain interpersonal relationships.
- Teamwork – enjoys working collaboratively with others and problem-solving.
- Judgement & Decision Making – a critical thinker and problem solver. Makes decisions in compliance with the law and SCCHA policies.
Benefits
What We Can Offer You:
- We offer a competitive salary schedule.
- Depending on position, remote/hybrid and relocation options may be available; we are on a 9/80 work schedule resulting in a 4-day workweek every other week.
- We support healthy lifestyles and provide a $475 monthly wellness benefit for calendar year 2024. The wellness benefit will be $200 monthly, beginning January 2025.
- We pay medical insurance up to $1,780/month; and paid sick and vacation leave.
- We pay 100% of the dental and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
- We reimburse you up to $5,250 per calendar year for advancing your job-related education.
- We provide a CalPERS defined pension plan that includes a post-retirement medical contribution upon qualifying.
Learn more and apply today at www.scchousingauthority.org/careers
For Help: please contact the Human Resources Department at (408) 993-2934.
Special Instructions
APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following required items with your application:
- A completed Santa Clara County Housing Authority online application including supplemental responses.
- A completed Cover Letter must be included.
- A detailed resume that highlights your related skills and experience is required.
Candidates must complete the Santa Clara County Housing Authority application form for this position and submit online. Please note that incomplete applications will not be accepted.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
Applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. This will be used throughout the process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications for the position.
The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
The Santa Clara County Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States.