Senior Management Analyst (Risk Management)

Senior Management Analyst (Risk Management - Confidential)

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Senior Management Analyst positions. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the City of Menifee.

Tentative Interview Schedule (Subject to Change) Appraisal Interviews - July 30, 2026 Selection Interviews - August 6, 2026.

DEADLINE TO APPLY This recruitment will close on July 19, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

THE CITY The City of Menifee is a vibrant and rapidly growing municipality located in southwestern Riverside County, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through innovative public service and strategic development. Under the leadership of the City Manager, Menifee operates through a dynamic organizational structure composed of fourteen (14) departments - Building & Safety, City Attorney, City Clerk, City Manager, Code Enforcement, Community Development, Community Services, Economic Development, Public Works, Finance, Fire Department, Human Resources, Information Technology, Police, and Public Works, each committed to supporting the city's mission of responsive governance, sustainable growth, and public safety. With a strong emphasis on infrastructure development, community engagement, and innovation, the City of Menifee continues to enhance the quality of life for its diverse and dynamic population.

THE DEPARTMENT The Human Resources Department serves as a dedicated partner in building a high-quality, people-centered organization for the City of Menifee. Guided by a mission to deliver policy-compliant, professional, and responsive services, the department works to attract, develop, empower, and retain a diverse and highly qualified workforce. HR supports all city operations through fast and friendly customer service, comprehensive recruitment and selection processes, robust employee training and development programs, and the administration of essential employee benefits. The department also oversees Risk Management, fostering a culture of safety that protects city personnel, property, and resources. Together, these functions strengthen the organization and contribute to a safe, resilient, and thriving Menifee.

THE OPPORTUNITY The Senior Management Analyst assigned to the Risk Management Division offers a pivotal role for a seasoned professional ready to lead complex, high-impact programs that safeguard employees, protect City resources, and strengthen organizational resilience. In this assignment, you will function as the City's lead expert in enterprise risk management, overseeing workers' compensation, general liability, occupational safety, insurance administration, and return-to-work initiatives. This role provides significant autonomy and responsibility, allowing you to shape policies, analyze liability trends, develop mitigation strategies, and guide departments in improving safety and compliance. With broad exposure to executive leadership, cross-department collaboration, and the authority to influence citywide risk practices, this opportunity is ideal for an analytical, forward-thinking professional seeking to make a meaningful difference in operational safety, regulatory compliance, and long-term liability reduction.

The Senior Management Analyst will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Lead Risk Management Programs Direct and coordinate the City's enterprise risk management functions, including general liability, workers' compensation, occupational safety, insurance administration, loss prevention, and return-to-work programs.
• Conduct Complex Risk Analysis Perform advanced analytical work to evaluate liability exposure, claims trends, program effectiveness, and operational risks; develop data-driven recommendations to reduce losses and improve safety.
• Administer Insurance Programs Review, negotiate, and manage insurance provisions and coverage requirements; maintain certificates of insurance and ensure appropriate risk transfer and compliance with City standards.
• Manage Safety and Compliance Programs Oversee OSHA compliance, conduct safety inspections, respond to hazard complaints, deliver safety training, and update regulatory programs and policies.
• Oversee Injury & Illness Prevention Program Maintain and implement the City's IIPP; investigate workplace incidents, identify hazards, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinate Workers' Compensation Administration Manage claims handled by the third-party administrator; ensure contract compliance, gather documentation, and support employees and departments throughout the claims process.
• Conduct Departmental Risk Assessments Partner with departments to identify operational risks, evaluate exposure levels, and implement mitigation strategies that improve safety and reduce liability.
• Provide Expert Consultation Advise City leadership, departments, and external partners on risk management issues, claims mitigation strategies, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor Third-Party Administrator Performance Evaluate service delivery, ensure adherence to expectations, and recommend improvements to strengthen claims handling and risk reduction outcomes.
• Prepare High-Level Reports & Presentations Develop clear, comprehensive reports, trend analyses, and recommendations for executive leadership and stakeholders.
• Lead Staff and Division Operations Provide direction to assigned professional, technical, and administrative staff; oversee daily operations of the Risk Management Division.
• Coordinate Interdepartmental & External Activities Serve as liaison with departments, agencies, insurers, and third-party administrators to ensure alignment with City risk management objectives.
• Perform Related Duties Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned to support organizational risk reduction and safety initiatives.

MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in business administration, public administration, human resources, occupational safety, risk management, or a closely related field. AND Four (4) or more years of progressively responsible professional experience in risk management, workers' compensation administration, occupational safety, liability claims administration, or closely related analytical functions, including at least one (1) year in a lead or supervisory capacity.

Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate California driver's license. Must complete the FEMA ICS 100 and 200 and IS 700 and 800 courses required by the Department of Homeland Security within three (3) months of hire.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to access the complete classification description, including the experience, education, and physical and mental requirements for this job. NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.) .

RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resources (HR) reviews all application materials to determine whether candidates meet the established minimum and preferred qualifications. Those who qualify will be advanced to the next stage of the recruitment process. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status.

Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer) Applications and supplemental materials will be reviewed to identify candidates whose qualifications best align with the essential requirements of the position. Only those applicants who meet the criteria outlined in the job bulletin will advance to the next phase of the selection process. Appraisal Interview Applicants will participate in an oral interview conducted by a panel of subject matter experts. Evaluations will be based on responses to structured questions specifically designed to assess each candidate's qualifications and suitability for the position. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List: Once the appraisal has been completed, HR will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Physical Demands Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas is required. Employees in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Environmental Elements Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to potentially hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures and City codes.

Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com". If your email address should change, please update your profile at .

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Alexis Lopez at allopez@menifee.ca.gov