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Liability and Property Claims Adjuster

Summary: Montana Municipal Interlocal Authority (MMIA)   seeks a Liability and Property Claims Adjuster   to perform a variety of work including investigating and processing of liability and property claims for the member cities and towns in Montana. Posted Date:  11/14/19 Posting Closes:  12/1/19 Job Location:  Helena, MT If you have strong analytical and decision making skills with the ability to offer exceptional service under stressful situations, then consider joining Montana Municipal Interlocal Authority (MMIA) as the next Liability and Property Claims Adjuster. Based in Helena Montana, MMIA is a Risk Retention Pool serving cities ...
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Dues Increasing in 2020

AGRiP dues are increasing across all membership types in 2020. Pools pay dues based upon a rate factor applied to total assets plus a $750 flat fee. Effective on annual renewal dates after Jan. 1, 2020, the dues rate will increase by 10 percent. A pool’s effective dues increase will depend upon its own asset size and asset changes. AGRiP’s largest pools (those with total assets in excess of about $155 million) will also be impacted by an increase in the maximum dues cap from about $7,700 to $11,500. All other AGRiP members, including QEI Patrons and Partners, will also have increased dues in 2020. Dues increases will support the totality of AGRiP member ...
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Loss Control Trainer

Summary: Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency (CIRSA)   seeks a Loss Control Trainer   to develop and deliver training presentations for municipal governments that are CIRSA members.  Course development and delivery include classroom, hands-on, and webinar formats. Posted Date:  11/4/19 Posting Closes:  12/6/19 Job Location:  Denver, CO Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency (CIRSA) has an opening for a   Loss Control Trainer   in our home office located in Denver, Colorado.  CIRSA is the municipal insurance pool of Colorado providing property/liability and workers’ compensation coverages and services to communities ...
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Lessons from Lloyd's of London

This October, AGRiP Executive Director Ann Gergen traveled to London with member pool Municipal Insurance Association of British Columbia (MIABC) for liability reinsurance renewal conversations with underwriters from several Lloyd’s of London syndicates and affiliated brokers. While there, Ann was able to gather perspective into the outlook for liability reinsurance renewals throughout North America as well as insight into the current state of the property reinsurance market. She also met with specialists in terrorism reinsurance. Ann’s observations and key takeaways appear in question-and-answer form below. -- Q: What were the most common questions ...
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Property/Liability Claims and Risk Manager

Summary:  North Bay Schools Insurance Authority (NBSIA) seeks a Property/Liability Claims and Risk Manager to supervise and coordinate the activities of the Property/Liability Claims Department, including the development of claim management policies and procedures Posted Date:  10/24/19 Posting Closes: 12/1/19 Job Location:  Fairfield, CA Salary: $102,625 - $144,574, based on a ten-step salary schedule Under general supervision of the Executive Director, the Property/Liability Claims and Risk Manager supervises and coordinates the activities of the Property/Liability Claims Department, including the development of claim management policies ...
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Claims Manager

Summary:  The  Illinois Public Risk Fund  seeks a  Claims Manager , responsible for the management of claim operations. Posted Date:  10/24/19 Job Location:  Lisle, IL To apply for this position email your resume to Jodi Steel at  jodi@iprf.com   This position is responsible for the management of claim operations for Illinois Public Risk Fund.  Responsibilities include the supervision and coordination of the claims team and the claim handling of workers’ compensation claims. The position is also responsible for ensuring the proper and efficient handling of claims and gathering of data on claims for both record keeping, loss forecasting, ...
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Workers’ Compensation Claim Representative I

Summary:  The  Illinois Public Risk Fund  seeks a Workers’ Compensation Claim Representative I , responsible for the investigation and adjustment of workers’ compensation claims.  Posted Date:  10/24/19 Job Location:  Lisle, IL To apply for this position email your resume to Jodi Steel at  jodi@iprf.com   Responsible for the investigation and adjustment of assigned workers compensation claims. This position may be used as an advanced training position for future consideration for promotion to a Work Comp Claim Rep II or more senior level claim position.  Accountable for the quality of claim services as perceived by CCMSI clients and within ...
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Workers’ Compensation Claim Specialist, Senior

Summary:  The Illinois Public Risk Fund seeks a Workers’ Compensation Claim Specialist , responsible for the investigation and adjustment of workers’ compensation assigned claims.  Posted Date:  10/23/19 Job Location:  Lisle, IL To apply for this position email your resume to Jodi Steel at jodi@iprf.com   The Workers’ Compensation Claim Specialist, Senior position is responsible for the investigation and adjustment of workers’ compensation assigned claims.  This position may be used as an advanced training position for consideration for promotion to a supervisory/management position.   The Workers’ Compensation Claim Specialist, Senior ...
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Senior Claim Representative

Summary: The Intergovernmental Risk Management Agency (IRMA) seeks a Senior Claim Representative. Posted Date:  10/22/19 Job Location: Westchester, IL Salary: $71,000 - $106,000, depending on qualifications The Intergovernmental Risk Management Agency (IRMA) invites your interest in the position of Senior Claim Representative .  IRMA is a highly respected intergovernmental agency consisting of 70 Northeastern Illinois public entities.  IRMA provides high-quality risk management services to its members, including customized public entity coverage that is one of the most comprehensive programs available and an exceptional in-house claims ...
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Meeting and Events Planner

Summary:   CSAC Excess Insurance Authority seeks a  Meeting and Events Planner  to manage events, meetings and additional projects  Posted Date:  10/16/19 Closing Date:  10/31/19 Job Location:  Folsom, CA Salary: $4,408 – $5,290 per month ($52,900 - $63,480) annually) One of the CSAC EIA’s greatest assets is its staff. EIA employees are smart, creative, hard- working, and passionate individuals working in areas ranging from loss prevention, claims administration, information technology, accounting, and risk pool administration.  Working here requires energy, commitment, and teamwork. At the same time, we offer a great work environment ...
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Five Pools Receive AGRiP Recognition

AGRiP Recognition is a rigorous self-audit process that helps verify a pool is operating according to industry best practices. Pools receiving this distinction must demonstrate compliance with AGRiP’s  Advisory Standards for Recognition , a systematic guide for internal review of governance, policies and operations.  The AGRiP Membership Practices Committee (MPC) regularly reviews applications and grants Recognition to those who meet these pooling benchmarks. At Fall Forum 2019 , five member pools received Recognition:  California Transit Indemnity Pool , which provides stable, cost-effective liability and vehicle physical damage coverage, ...
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Underwriter / Analyst

Summary: Kairos - powered by Ashton Tiffany   is seeking an  Underwriter/Analyst   to join our team.  Posted Date:  September 26, 2019 Job Location:  Phoenix, AZ Ashton Tiffany, LLC, has been making risk management fun (seriously) since 1995.  For 20 years and counting, we’ve helped our clients reduce risk—and reduce the cost of it.  Our specialty areas include insurance pool administration, self-insurance services, and outsourced risk management programs. That’s what we do, but the how is just as important to us.  We’re committed to active listening, rigorous fundamentals, innovative thinking, and – unusually, in this business – having a ...
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Two News Stories Focus on Pool Governance

It isn’t typical for pools to be in the news, so it’s worth taking notice when they are. Although two recent stories are quite different from each other, their common thread is that pool governance was highlighted in a public forum. Given how quickly news spreads in today’s media environment, what happens in one pool can sometimes raise questions in the broader pooling universe – even if borne out of misinterpretation.  Therefore, it’s useful to know when there is news coverage about pool governance or operations and to consider your own pooling practices in light of these media dynamics. A story about pool governance in Iowa was picked up last week ...
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Senior Risk Analyst

Summary: The Washington Counties Risk Pool is recruiting for the position of  Senior Risk Analyst  (option to work remotely). Posted Date:  September 12, 2019 Job Location:   Tumwater, WA (option to work remotely) Job Type : Full-Time Salary:   $73,860 or higher depending on qualifications and experience The   Washington Counties Risk Pool   is   in search of an individual seasoned in property and liability risk management to fill our current Senior Risk Analyst vacancy. This person will work within the Risk Management Department of the WCRP and will provide senior-level risk management support to our member counties and our current staff, ...
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Court Ruling Underscores Importance of Precise Language in Pool Governing Documents

The Michigan Court of Appeals recently analyzed a risk pool’s governing documents, dividend practices and self-governance in   County of Ingham et al v. Michigan County Road Commission Self-Insurance Pool . Although the case is Michigan law, there are several aspects of it that deserve attention from all pools. The Michigan County Road Commission Self-Insurance Pool (MCRCSIP) is a member of AGRiP. Like most pools, MCRCSIP’s governing documents determine what happens when a member withdraws, particularly in relation to the accumulated surplus equity that might have otherwise been paid to them in the form of dividends. On that point, MCRCSIP’s documents ...
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Fall Forum 2019: A one-of-a-kind event designed to energize the power of pool teams

The AGRiP Fall Forum 2019   provides a unique opportunity to learn from and network with people who are just as dedicated to public entity pooling as you are. Where else can you step into a community of people who understand exactly what it is you do and why pooling exists? The Fall Forum includes three learning paths with sessions on key aspects of pooling operations: Underwriting will focus on:  Violent event coverage PTSD presumptions Insurance-linked securities and catastrophe bonds Modernizing underwriting processes Actuarial approaches to cost allocation Evaluating a pool’s retained ...
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Communications Strategist

Summary: The Arizona School Risk Retention Trust – powered by Ashton Tiffany – is seeking an experienced   Communications Strategist to join their team. Posted Date:  August 20, 2019 Job Location:  Phoenix, AZ Ashton Tiffany, LLC, has been making risk management fun (seriously) since 1995. For 20 years and counting, we’ve helped our clients reduce risk—and reduce the cost of it. Our specialty areas include insurance pool administration, self-insurance services, and outsourced risk management programs. That’s what we do, but the how is just as important to us. We’re committed to active listening, rigorous fundamentals, innovative thinking, and – unusually, ...
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Underwriter I

Summary: AMERIND Risk  is seeking to fill the role of   Underwriter I . Posted Date:  August 13, 2019 Job Location: Santa Ana Pueblo, NM AMERIND Risk  provides property, liability, automobile, and workers’ compensation insurance for Tribes, Tribal governments and Tribal businesses, as well as individual property coverage for Tribal members. AMERIND Risk also provides health benefits brokerage services to assist in securing affordable, cost-effective products for employee benefit plans through its AMERIND Benefits Agency and helps Tribes obtain state of the art broadband connectivity, through its AMERIND Critical Infrastructure (ACI) division. ...
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Liability Claims Manager

Summary: The Public Entity Risk Management Authority (PERMA) , located in Palm Desert, CA, is recruiting for the position of Liability Claims Manager . Posted Date:  August 12, 2019 Application Deadline:  January 3, 2020 Salary Range: $108,584 to $145,513 Retirement: CalPERS Classic 2.7% @ 55, PEPRA 2% @ 62 Health: CalPERS Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Job Location: Palm Desert, CA The Public Entity Risk Management Authority (PERMA), located in Palm Desert, CA, is recruiting for the position of Liability Claims Manager. PERMA, a Joint Powers Authority (JPA), is made up of 31 public entities, comprised of municipalities (21), transit ...
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How Pools Can Attract Talent in a Candidate-Driven Market

In the old economy, job applicants competed for a limited number of positions. But with unemployment now reaching record lows, organizations are having to compete for candidates’ attention.  This dynamic is especially concerning for the pooling industry, which is expected to see significant retirements by 2022. Even more alarming is the projection that 75 percent of executive-level positions will experience turnover by 2028. The Jacobson Group , a company specializing in insurance recruiting services, recently published an article with suggestions on how to navigate this so-called “candidate-driven” labor market. Though geared towards the commercial ...
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