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Learn Strategic Pooling Skills with $ource Game

By AGRiP News posted 2 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 2 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 2 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 5 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 5 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 6 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 14 days ago
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 18 days ago
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 ...

Claims Administrator – California Joint Powers Risk Management Authority (CA)

By AGRiP Careers posted 20 days ago
The California Joint Powers Risk Management Authority (CJPRMA) is seeking an experienced and collaborative claims professional to lead one of California's premier public entity liability claims programs. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Claims Administrator provides strategic leadership for CJPRMA's excess liability claims program, overseeing complex litigation, claims operations, and member agency claims services. This position works closely with member agencies, defense counsel, reinsurers, and industry partners to deliver exceptional claims management while protecting public resources. This is far more than a traditional claims management ...

Learn from Your Peers in Pooling

By AGRiP News posted 22 days ago
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 22 days ago
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 22 days ago
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 22 days ago
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 26 days ago
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 ...

Pay Plan Compensation Study – Texas Political Subdivisions JSIF (TX)

By AGRiP RFP's posted 28 days ago
Texas Political Subdivisions Joint Self-Insurance Fund (TPS) is seeking qualified individuals and/or companies (respondents) to conduct a compensation study to update/refresh our existing pay plan. The TPS pay plan was initially implemented in 2018 and updated/refreshed in 2022. TPS is seeking updated salary ranges, recommendations for adjustments, and benchmarking against similar organizations, such as the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), Texas Municipal League (TML), Texas Association of Counties (TAC) and other Texas-based public entity pools. Additionally, benchmarking against private insurance companies domiciled in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) ...

Executive Director – Arizona School Boards Association Insurance Trust (AZ)

By AGRiP Careers posted 29 days ago
The Arizona School Boards Association Insurance Trust (ASBAIT) , a member‑driven organization dedicated to providing high‑quality, affordable health benefits to Arizona’s public education community, is seeking nominations and applications in the search for their inaugural Executive Director. The Executive Director will play a central role in ensuring that ASBAIT continues to be a trusted, high-impact provider of affordable health benefits for Arizona’s public education workforce. The anticipated salary range for this position is $140,000 to $160,000 annually, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package. A bachelor’s degree is required, and candidates ...

Assistant Executive Director – New Yorks Schools Insurance Reciprocal (NY)

By AGRiP Careers posted 07-02-2026
The New York Schools Insurance Reciprocal (NYSIR) is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as Assistant Executive Director . The Assistant Executive Director is a key senior role, supporting NYSIR’s Executive Director. Job responsibilities are broad and include financial, administrative, board development, marketing, subscriber relations, and education association-related responsibilities. Knowledge of the education and insurance industries is required, in addition to strong organizational, relationship-building, governance, and operational skills. This is a full-time, salaried position and comes with a rich benefits package. Salary range is $155 – 190K, ...

Claims Specialist 2 – Washington State Transit Insurance Pool (WA/Hybrid)

By AGRiP Careers posted 06-30-2026
Washington State Transit Insurance Pool (WSTIP) is recruiting for a Claims Specialist 2 . The position works in the claims department of a public entity risk pool and provides claims handling, management, oversight, direction, support, and administration. Work is performed following established office procedures and general directions. If you are a person that wants to make a positive difference in your state and community, have a positive attitude, can analyze unique events, is organized and task-oriented, thrives in a fast-moving and ever-changing environment, has strong customer/claimant-service and interpersonal skills, and a calm demeanor, this ...

Pool Staff Struggle to Find Time for Meaningful Work

By AGRiP News posted 06-23-2026
How much time do pool teams spend on work that directly benefits pool members ? According to early findings from our workplace efficiency survey , less than they would like . Nearly 60 percent of pool staff report they rarely, or only occasionally, have enough time in their day to focus on work that benefits their pool and its members. Instead, they spend an average of 6.5 hours each day managing email, messages and meetings. They also estimate at least 20 percent of that time adds little value to their work. Survey comment s ...

Staff Institute 2026 Registration Is Now Open for Pools

By AGRiP News posted 06-22-2026
Registration is open for pools to attend Staff Institute 2026 , Oct. 4– 6 in Min neapolis. Choose the learning option that best fits your role and goals: The Residency Experience is a 2.5-day immersive program for pool executives and senior staff. Facilitated by AGRiP Resident Juliet Funt, you'll apply a reductive mindset to real operational demands, examine how work gets done and build habits that protect your team's time, energy and focus. S pace is limited to 130 attendees. → Register for the Residency Experience. Open Sessions ...