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Records Administrator – Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (CA)

By AGRiP Careers posted 2 days ago
Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (PRISM) is seeking a Records Administrator . Under the supervision of the Office Manager, the Records Administrator is responsible for maintaining all PRISM records. The Records Administrator will also assist, support and backup other staff. Day-to-day tasks include answering phones; scanning and archiving documents; proofing all scanned documents for accuracy; organizing and maintaining electronic and paper files; converting documents to various formats; preparing and formatting a variety of materials; reviewing and editing documents for accuracy, completeness and conformance with established standards; ...

Chief, Workers' Compensation and Risk Programs | 26-0355 – State Office of Risk Management (TX)

By AGRiP Careers posted 6 days ago
The State Office of Risk Management is seeking a Chief, Workers' Compensation and Risk Programs . The Chief of Strategic Programs directs and oversees the workers’ compensation, insurance, and risk management programs. Serves as a member of the agency’s executive leadership team and advises the Executive Director on strategic planning, policy development, program performance, and organizational initiatives. This position evaluates agency programs, conducts performance measurements, oversees budget development, and leads the implementation of strategic initiatives. Reviews and analyzes statutes, rules, legislative materials, and industry trends to develop ...

General Counsel and Division Chief | 26-0350 – State Office of Risk Management (TX)

By AGRiP Careers posted 6 days ago
The State Office of Risk Management is seeking a General Counsel/Division Chief. This position will serve as the chief legal officer for the State Office of Risk Management. This position provides legal advice and counsel to the Board of Directors and executive leadership on matters involving risk management, insurance programs, workers’ compensation, administrative law, and statutory compliance. Oversees litigation and administrative proceedings, leads rulemaking activities, reviews contracts, and ensures compliance with state and federal law. Supervises legal staff and represents the agency in legal and policy matters as assigned. For further details ...

Time Management Strategies for Member-Focused Work

By AGRiP News posted 7 days ago
People in pooling often say yes, take on new tasks and go the extra mile to support member s . But without time to reflect and plan, even the most capable teams will be overstretched. Our 2026 residency help s teams organize work, refine p rocesses and unlock capacity for deeper member impact. Pool s p articipat ing in our short w orkplace e fficiency s urvey will better understand how time is used across operations and identify where it could be applied more strategically. Pool executives can e mail us to request ...

Senior Property Casualty Claims Representative – Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency (CO/Hybrid)

By AGRiP Careers posted 20 days ago
Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency (CIRSA) , based in Denver, Colorado, has an opening for a Senior Property Casualty Claims Representative . CIRSA is an insurance pool that specializes in providing property/liability and workers’ compensation coverages and services for municipalities and affiliated public entities across the state of Colorado. CIRSA is a forward-thinking employer that values a strong work/life balance. To this end, this is a flex position that allows work from home with occasional office presence. Under the supervision of the Claims Manager, this senior claims adjuster position is responsible for investigating and resolving ...

Reclaim Focus, Deliver Stronger Results

By AGRiP News posted 23 days ago
From the speed of our responses to how meetings are scheduled and urgency is defined, small patterns can quietly steal focus and limit your team’s ability to think ahead. The latest issue of Intelligence explores how habitual ways of working shape the quality of outcomes over time. AGRiP Resident Juliet Funt shares practical strategies for reducing friction and reclaiming time in daily work, including: Creating white space to support planning and thoughtful follow-through Right-sizing meetings so time and attention are used intentionally Reducing communication drag through clearer norms ...

Appraisal Services – Ohio Transit Risk Pool

By AGRiP RFP's posted 27 days ago
The Ohio Transit Risk Pool is seeking to retain a property appraiser with the qualifications and experience necessary to complete a building and contents property appraisal of all OTRP members. The successful appraiser should possess sufficient knowledge in the area of intergovernmental pools to develop a clear, logical work plan to complete all required appraisal services described below, in a manner which appropriately meets the needs of a public entity risk pool. For further information, view complete RFP . Sealed Proposals marked "PROPOSAL FOR APPRAISAL SERVICES" will be received at the administration offices of the OTRP, 1 Park Center Drive, Suite ...

Honoring Service and Leadership in Pooling

By AGRiP News posted 27 days ago
AGRiP is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2026 Awards for Excellence — two outstanding individuals who exemplify the best of the public entity pooling community and embody the awards’ spirit of practical innovation, steady leadership , and a commitment to developing talent and expertise . Marinda Griese , Board President of the California Association of Joint Powers Authorities (CAJPA) and claims administrator of the California Joint Powers Risk Management Authority (CJPRMA) , is the 2026 recipient of the Award for Excellence in Service. This award recognizes someone who notably promotes and ...

Marinda Griese Receives 2026 Award for Excellence in Service

By AGRiP News posted 27 days ago
Marinda Griese, b oard p resident of the California Association of Joint Powers Authorities (CAJPA) and claims administrator of the California Joint Powers Risk Management Authority (CJPRMA), is the recipient of AGRiP’s Award for Excellence in Service, recognizing her measurable contributions to public entity pooling and her service-driven leadership within the pooling community. The Award for Excellence in Service honors an individual who actively promotes and strengthens public entity pooling through contributions of special merit, demonstrate s improvements to services provided by or to AGRiP ...

Mike Rhyner Receives 2026 Award for Excellence in Leadership

By AGRiP News posted 27 days ago
Mike Rhyner, recently retired executive director of the Michigan Municipal Risk Management Authority (MMRMA), has been named the 2026 recipient of AGRiP’s Award for Excellence in Leadership, recognizing a career marked by sustained impact, innovatio n and a commitment to professional development within the industry. The Award for Excellence in Leadership recognizes individual contributions to pooling by those who have demonstrated transformative leadership, exceptional support for the professional development and mentorship of others , and a pivotal role in addressing significant ...

Managing Director of Health and Wellness – County Employee Benefits Consortium of Ohio (OH)

By AGRiP Careers posted 02-12-2026
The County Employee Benefits Consortium of Ohio (CEBCO ) is a health insurance benefits program established by the County Commissioners Association of Ohio (CCAO) in January 2004. CEBCO is currently seeking a Managing Director of Health and Wellness . This role is responsible for leading and managing the internal business that delivers healthcare, wellness and employee benefits to member counties. The Managing Director reports directly to the Executive Director of CCAO, supervises five staff members and is an integral part of the CCAO Management Team. For further details, view full position description . If you are interested in applying for the position, ...

Information Technology Manager – New Jersey Schools Insurance Group (NJ)

By AGRiP Careers posted 02-12-2026
New Jersey Schools Insurance Group (NJSIG) is seeking an experienced Information Technology Manager . This position is responsible for the supervision of the Information Technology (IT) team and the management and operation of all IT-related systems in the organization. This position works closely with managers and decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the organization. This position is responsible for writing technical specifications for software and hardware procurements and ensuring all vendor contracts and services meet NJSIG’s technical requirements. ...

Four Pools Receive Internship and Scholarship Reimbursements

By AGRiP News posted 02-11-2026
We’re pleased to announce the four recipients of our 2025 internship and scholarship reimbursements: Housing Authorities Risk Retention Pool (HARRP) Ohio Transit Risk Pool (OTRP) Oklahoma Municipal Assurance Group (OMAG) Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (PRISM) AGRiP supports scholarship and internship programs to help pools build strong talent pipelines, stand out in a competitive hiring market, and introduce students and emerging professionals to mission-driven careers in pooling. Reimbursements are funded through a donation from QEI Patron Alliant Insurance Services. For the 2025 reimbursement ...

Liability Claims Specialist OR Sr. Liability Claims Specialist – Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (CA/Hybrid)

By AGRiP Careers posted 02-05-2026
Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (PRISM) is seeking a Liability Claims Specialist or Sr. Liability Claims Specialist . The General Liability Specialist/Senior Specialist is responsible for managing a caseload of excess general liability claims, consisting of complex and catastrophic claims along with providing oversight of TPAs and claims processes in both our excess liability programs; reviewing and overseeing claims for appropriate claims strategy, reserves, reimbursement, reinsurance and resolution. For further details and to apply, visit PRISM's Career Center . #Jobs

Loss Control Consultant – Missouri Intergovernmental Risk Management Association (MO)

By AGRiP Careers posted 02-04-2026
The Missouri Intergovernmental Risk Management Association (MIRMA) is looking for a Loss Control Consultant to join their risk management team. This full-time position provides on-site loss prevention and control services to members of the association and requires regular (70-80%) in-state travel. This position provides evaluation of member loss prevention and control programs and efforts, survey of member facilities, member training and the making of appropriate recommendations and reports. This position is required to make presentations and take a leading role in seminars and meetings. This position is FLSA exempt and report to the Loss Control Director. ...

Pre-Loss Employment Attorney – CIS Trust (OR)

By AGRiP Careers posted 01-29-2026
CIS Trust (CIS) empowers Oregon’s cities and counties to manage risk effectively, enabling them to deliver essential services to their communities. As a cornerstone of their mission, they provide proactive employment law and human resources counsel to their members, helping them avoid litigation and reduce legal liabilities. To meet the growing demand for these services, they seek a talented Pre-Loss Employment Attorney to join their Employment Risk Services team in Wilsonville, Oregon. This position reports directly to the General Counsel. For further details and to apply, visit CIS Trust's website . Position will remain open until filled. First review ...

12 Member Pools Earned AGRiP Recognition in 2025

By AGRiP News posted 01-26-2026
Twelve member pools earned AGRiP Recognition in 2025 and will be acknowledged at Governance Conference for their achievement: Arizona School Alliance for Workers' Compensation Arizona School Risk Retention Trust California Intergovernmental Risk Authority Missouri Intergovernmental Risk Management Association Property & Casualty Coverage for Education (Oregon) Schools Insurance Group (California) Special Districts Insurance Services Trust (Oregon) Texas Association of School Boards Risk Management Fund Texas Council Risk Management Fund Washington Cities Insurance Authority Washington ...

Register for Governance Conference by Feb. 6

By AGRiP News posted 01-22-2026
The deadline to register for Governance Conference 2026 is Friday, Feb. 6. Join your pooling peers in Nashville, March 1–4, for fresh perspectives, practical takeaways and meaningful conversations . Two days of concurrent sessions cover timely , real-world challenges and opportunities. In addition, five high-impact keynote sessions set the tone and connect the dots across pooling experience s . Plan to attend from start to finish to maximize learn ing from our expert resources . The keynote s explain : How ...

Join the Membership Practices Committee to Support Advisory Standards for Recognition

By AGRiP News posted 01-21-2026
The Membership Practices Committee (MPC) plays a key role in supporting the Advisory Standards for Recognition by reviewing and implementing new standards, developing sample materials and conducting peer reviews of Recognition applications. This engaged group brings real-world perspectives that enhance consistency and quality across pools, while offering valuable professional development and a deeper understanding of the full scope of public entity pooling. The MPC meets two to three times a year via Zoom and provides a collaborative forum for discussion and shared learning. The committee is composed of a mix of top ...

Senior Risk Control Specialist – Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (CA)

By AGRiP Careers posted 01-14-2026
Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (PRISM) is seeking a Senior Risk Control Specialist . The Senior Risk Control Specialist is responsible for providing professional services in the areas of risk management associated with health and safety, tort liability, public property and any other areas of risk as may be required to support internal and external customers (members). The purpose of this work is to proactively support the prevention of injury to internal & external customers and/or the public, protect property, and assist in the control of tort liability exposures. For further details and to apply, visit PRISM's website . # ...