Risk Management & Safety Administrator

CLOSES ON AUGUST 14, 2026 AT 5:00 P.M. MST

REPORTS TO: Human Resources Director

DIVISION
:
Internal Services / Human Resources

FLSA
CLASSIFICATION
:
Exempt

SALARY
: 17

SALARY GRADE: $120,349 - $141,100

SMFR is accepting internal and external applications for a Risk Management Administrator opportunity.

GENERAL SUMMARY STATEMENT

The Risk Management Administrator is responsible for performing professional, technical, and administrative duties in the development, implementation, and oversight of SMFR’s risk management program. The Risk Management Administrator evaluates potential risks, recommends strategies to minimize risk exposure, implements workplace safety programs, facilitates the Safety Committee, coordinates insurance coverage, and administers workers’ compensation and general liability claims. This position serves as the subject matter expert and resource to management, divisions, and employees regarding risk management and mitigation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The following statements are illustrative of the duties and responsibilities of the position and do not list every duty that may be required of the employee for this position. The District retains the right to change the duties and responsibilities of the position at any time without notice.)

Develops, implements, and monitors workplace safety programs, policies, and procedures to reduce employee injuries, property damage, and liability exposure.

Conducts and coordinates workplace safety inspections, job hazard analyses, and risk assessments; identify trends and recommend corrective actions.

Analyzes injury, incident, and near-miss data to identify root causes, emerging risks, and opportunities for proactive prevention.

Coordinates accident, injury, and exposure investigations; prepares reports, recommends corrective measures, and tracks implementation.

Coordinates and facilitates the District’s Safety Committee, including scheduling meetings, developing agendas, documenting minutes, tracking action items, and ensuring follow-through on identified safety concerns.

Serves as a liaison between departments, management, and employees on safety-related issues, ensuring consistent communication and accountability.

Monitors compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations and standards (e.g., NFPA, OSHA or state equivalents).

Develops and coordinates safety training programs, including onboarding, refresher training, and targeted training based on risk trends.

Maintains safety documentation, records, and metrics, including committee records, inspection reports, training logs, and corrective action tracking.

Collaborates with management and leadership to integrate safety practices into daily operations.

Prepares safety performance reports and recommendations for leadership to support informed decision-making and resource allocation.

Implements, coordinates, and monitors random drug testing program to ensure compliance; works with testing agents to ensure results are returned in a timely manner; coordinates with other HR staff as necessary.

Coordinates review of motor vehicle records for all applicable employee drivers to ensure compliance with District policy.

Promotes a culture of safety through employee engagement, education, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Worker’s Compensation Administration

Oversees and administers the District’s workers compensation program; ensures claims are properly documented, filed, and reported; coordinates with employees, insurance carrier, medical providers, and claim adjusters to ensure timely claim resolution; works with modified duty program manager to coordinate return-to-work and light-duty assignments.

Acts as primary liaison between the employer, the injured worked, medical providers, and claims adjusters; monitors claim status and follows up as necessary; verifies average weekly wage calculations; coordinates workers’ compensation benefits with payroll and HR staff; ensures compliance with Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation rules.

Tracks costs and trends within the worker’s compensation program; analyzes data and implements strategies to improve program outcomes, enhance…