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2027 and 2028 Conferences

By AGRiP News posted 14 hours ago
Plan ahead for our future conferences : Governance Conference 2027 is March 7–10 in New Orleans, LA. Staff Institute 2027 is Oct. 3–5 in Hollywood, CA. Governance Conference 2028 is March 12–15 in San Diego, CA. Staff Institute 2028 is Oct. 1–3 in Charlotte, NC.

Supervising Sr. Underwriting Specialist – Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (CA)

By AGRiP Careers posted 3 days ago
Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (PRISM) is recruiting for a newly established Supervising Sr. Underwriting Specialist role. The Supervising Sr. Underwriting Specialist provides day-to-day supervision, technical oversight, workflow management, and professional development for assigned Underwriting Department staff. Reporting to the Director of Underwriting, this position ensures quality, accuracy, and timely completion of underwriting, renewal, and reinsurance-related work, while providing coaching, mentoring, and performance management to team members. The position is also responsible for evaluating and improving departmental and cross-functional ...

Reinsurance Accountant – New York Schools Insurance Reciprocal (NY)

By AGRiP Careers posted 4 days ago
The New York Schools Insurance Reciprocal (NYSIR) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Reinsurance Accountant to support their Property & Casualty (P&C) operations. This role is responsible for the accurate accounting, reconciliation, and reporting of ceded and assumed reinsurance transactions. The ideal candidate will have experience in P&C reinsurance programs including treaty, facultative, and excess-of-loss arrangements, and will work closely with internal teams to ensure proper reinsurance execution and financial reporting. For further details, view job description . To apply, please submit your resume and a brief summary ...

Workers’ Compensation Claims Manager – New Mexico County Insurance Authority (NM)

By Lizette Sierra posted 4 days ago
The New Mexico County Insurance Authority (NMCIA) is accepting applications for an experienced Workers' Compensation Claims Manager . The Workers' Compensation Claims Manager will provide leadership and oversight for NMCIA's workers' compensation claims operations and lead a six-member team consisting of claims adjusters, a nurse case manager, and an administrative support staff. NCMIA is looking for a self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented leader who takes ownership of their work, communicates effectively, and can successfully lead and develop a team while maintaining a high standard of service to their members. For further details, view job ...

Managing Director of Insurance Programs – County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania (PA)

By AGRiP Careers posted 5 days ago
The County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania (CCAP) is seeking an accomplished executive to serve as Managing Director of Insurance Programs , leading one of the Association’s largest and most influential member service areas. CCAP’s member-owned Insurance Programs provide insurance, risk management, loss prevention, and claims support designed specifically for county government. The next Managing Director will inherit strong programs, an experienced team, and committed governing boards while helping position the programs for continued success. As Managing Director, you will: Provide strategic and operational leadership for CCAP’s ...

Replacement Server System – Missouri Public Entity Risk Management Fund (MO)

By AGRiP RFP's posted 10 days ago
Missouri Public Entity Risk Management Fund (MOPERM) is soliciting Request for Proposals from qualified organizations to provide proposals to replace their existing server cluster running its virtualization services and storage system hosting the virtualization disks with new hardware to run on premises. While MOPERM's infrastructure is set up under the traditional separation of computation, networking, and storage responsibilities, MOPERM will consider all infrastructure types for proposal, including hyperconverged. For further details, view RFP . Proposals must be received in the MOPERM office no later than 3pm CST on October 15, 2026 . #RFP

Claims Coordinator – Washington Schools Risk Management Pool (WA)

By AGRiP Careers posted 19 days ago
The Washington Schools Risk Management Pool (WSRMP) is a member-owned and member-governed risk pool for public school districts in Washington State. They are seeking an experienced Claims Coordinator who will administer and resolve high complexity school law, property, and casualty claims. The job of Claims Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the effective administration of data entry, setup, adjusting and resolution of property and liability claims and other assigned services; and maintaining services within established guidelines and standards. This position exercises sound judgment and professional discretion in ensuring timely setups, accurate ...

Learn Strategic Pooling Skills with $ource Game

By AGRiP News posted 21 days ago
$ ource Game is a fun, interactive pool simulation that challenges participants to manage a fictitious pool through changing market conditions — and it’s being offered during Staff Institute 2026 . Working in small teams throughout the conference, you'll learn how to make financial and operational decisions, receive real-time feedback and see how your choices shape long-term pool performance. This optional program is available only to attendees from AGRiP member pools participating in Open Sessions . There is no additional cost to participate ...

Property/Casualty Program Director – Park District Risk Management Agency (IL)

By AGRiP Careers posted 21 days ago
The Park District Risk Management Agency (PDRMA) , an intergovernmental risk pool in Illinois serving park and recreation agencies, forest preserves and special recreation associations, is recruiting a Property/Casualty Program Director to lead all aspects of its property/casualty insurance operations. This senior leadership role involves managing claims and risk management services, underwriting, Member education and training programs, and Member relations. Key Responsibilities: The director will set direction for the Property/Casualty Program, lead staff, manage underwriting, monitor claims and coverage issues, oversee claims administration and guide ...

General Counsel and/or Coverage Counsel Legal Services – Vector Control Joint Powers Agency (CA)

By AGRiP RFP's posted 21 days ago
The Board of Directors of the Vector Control Joint Powers Agency (VCJPA) requests proposals from qualified counsel to provide general counsel and/or coverage counsel legal services to its Board of Directors and staff. The VCJPA is a governmental joint powers authority formed in 1979 pursuant to the California Government Code. VCJPA was established for the purpose of funding and developing programs to provide various coverages for its 34-member mosquito abatement and vector control districts in California through a combination of self-insurance and group purchased insurance. VCJPA is governed by a Board of Directors. The Board consists of six voting directors, ...

Strengthen Your Skills and Professional Network at Staff Institute 2026

By AGRiP News posted 25 days ago
Staff Institute 2026 , Oct. 4–6 in Minneapolis , will build your skills and deepen your understanding of the work shaping pools today . Learn from and with other pools about day-to-day challenges — such as adapting your pool’s coverage to address members ’ emerging use of AI — a s well as bigger picture topics like applying systems thinking and strategic foresight to complex problems . Register for the conference option t hat best fit s y our r ole and interests : Open Sessions ...

Online Course Helps Pool Teams Improve Focus

By AGRiP News posted 25 days ago
A Minute to Think is our online course that helps pool teams reduce meeting overload, overcommunication and work habits that quietly drain time , energy and attention. The course is available only through the end of the year. It includes 14 weekly lessons that take less than 10 minutes to complete. You'll learn practical strategies to: R educe or eliminate low-value ta sks S ay “no” to unnecessary demands Rethink meetings — when to attend, decline or adjust participation Prioritize your work and d etermin e true urgencies Improv e email habits ...

Workers' Compensation Claims Specialist OR Senior Specialist – Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (CA/Hybrid/Remote)

By AGRiP Careers posted 26 days ago
Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (PRISM) is seeking a Workers' Compensation Claims Specialist . This position may be filled at the Specialist or Sr. Specialist level, depending on the selected candidates' qualifications. The Workers' Compensation Specialist/Senior Workers' Compensation Specialist is responsible for managing a caseload of excess workers' compensation claims, consisting of complex and catastrophic claims (future medical and possibly indemnity claims at the Specialist level) along with providing oversight of TPAs and claims processes in both our Primary Workers' Compensation (PWC) and Excess Workers' Compensation (EWC) Programs; ...

Chief Executive Officer – Montana Municipal Interlocal Authority (MT)

By AGRiP Careers posted 07-21-2026
The Montana Municipal Interlocal Authority (MMIA) Board is seeking a forward-looking, relationship-focused Chief Executive Officer who is prepared to lead the organization through an important period of transition, strengthen internal capacity, and position MMIA for its next phase of service and growth. For further details, view job description and detailed recruitment brochure found here . Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately, with the recruitment closing on September 4, 2026 . Electronic submittals are strongly preferred to apply@ralphandersen.com and should include a comprehensive resume, compelling cover letter, and notable ...

Chief Operating Officer – New Mexico County Insurance Authority Pool (NM)

By AGRiP Careers posted 07-17-2026
The New Mexico County Reinsurance, Inc. (NMCRe), a fully owned captive of the New Mexico County Insurance Authority Pool (NMCIA) , seeks an experienced professional to serve as its Chief Operating Officer (COO) . The COO will provide operational oversight of NMCRe, including vendor management, budget, regulatory compliance, records management, and Board support. Qualified candidates should have experience in insurance, risk management, captive insurance operations, public entity risk pools, or related fields. Strong organizational, financial, and leadership skills are required. This is an independent contractor position requiring a commitment of ...

Learn from Your Peers in Pooling

By AGRiP News posted 07-13-2026
Our peer groups bring together pooling people with similar responsibilities and challenges. Partic ipants exchange ideas, broaden their knowledge and solve common problems. Whether you're new to pooling or have years of experience, participating in a peer group helps you build helpful connections and gain new perspectives . The AGRiP Health Pool Resource Group (AHPRG) connects health pool professionals to discuss trending loss issues, cost-containment strategies, enrollment and plan design developments. In General ...

Survey Findings Help Pools Rethink Meetings, Email and Workloads

By AGRiP News posted 07-13-2026
Pool staff at every level and in every role spend nearly four hours each workday managing email and another two hours in meetings, according to early findings from our workplace efficiency survey . Based on findings within its team, o ne participating pool reduce d the number of recurring staff meetings to free up time for more meaningful work . The pool also created clear expectations for email response standards and taught staff to identify when saying “no” to new work was acceptable . The pool used its findings to overcome ...

Translate Learning into Action at Staff Institute 2026

By AGRiP News posted 07-13-2026
Staff Institute 2026 , Oct. 4–6 in Minneapolis, is for people in pooling to explore today’s biggest challenges, learn new approaches and identify ideas that can be put into immediate action. View the schedule to see wha t you will learn and c hoose the option that best fits your role : Open Sessions are available to any attendee and provide a traditional conference e xperience with a pool-specific focus . Concurrent sessions and roundtable discussions feature topics such as helping members make better use of ...

Reinsurance Brokerage Services for Liability and Cyber Liability Coverage – Oregon Public Entity Excess Pool

By AGRiP RFP's posted 07-13-2026
The Oregon Public Entity Excess Pool (OPEEP) is soliciting offers from qualified vendors for reinsurance brokerage services for liability and cyber liability coverage for OPEEP and its members. For further details, view full RFP . Please send proposals via email to Scott Moss, OPEEP Administrator, smoss@cisoregon.org . Proposals must be received by 5:00 p.m. (PDT) on August 19, 2026 . Any proposal received after this date and time will not be considered. #RFP

Power BI Developer – Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (CA)

By AGRiP Careers posted 07-09-2026
Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (PRISM) , a Joint Powers Authority (JPA) providing risk management and insurance solutions to public entities across California, is seeking a Power BI Developer to design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards and paginated reports that deliver actionable insights to PRISM staff, member agencies, partners, brokers, and vendors. Working closely with business stakeholders, the Power BI Developer will translate business requirements and report specifications into polished, production-ready reporting solutions. This role requires strong analytical, technical, and communication skills, with a focus on delivering ...