VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) is the first and most financially secure self- insurance pool in the Commonwealth of Virginia. For more than 35 years VMLIP has provided auto, property, liability, and workers’ compensation coverage to more than 480 local political subdivisions across Virginia.
VMLIP’s coverage and service programs are designed to meet the needs of all Virginia local governments – from the smallest to the largest. VMLIP provides comprehensive risk management program support, human resources, law enforcement and communications expertise and consulting, and more to members who contribute more than $54 million in annual contributions to the pool. We are “Virginia’s local government specialists.”
Headquartered in Glen Allen, VA, VMLIP has 55 employees. Our staff enjoys a great work environment along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes a company funded retirement plan. We highly value continuing education and provide a tuition program and many learning opportunities for employee growth and development. Please visit our website at: www.vrsa.us for additional company details, including a summary of our employee benefit programs.
Currently, we have an employment opportunity for a Law Enforcement Specialist to provide professional consulting services in law enforcement risk management and loss control analysis to VMLIP members in order to minimize loss and manage necessary exposure through law enforcement liability risk management and loss control programs, training, workshops and effective communication.
Responsibilities include:
Provide outstanding customer service to members and staff by promptly, courteously and accurately responding to verbal and written communications and maintaining current knowledge of programs and operations and trends in the law enforcement, risk management and loss control fields.
Independently conduct research and make on-site visits, analyze data and develop effective loss control programs and training modules, policies and/or procedures for members; deliver training and workshops; make presentations; provide formal and informal advice and counsel to elected and appointed officials on law enforcement liability and workers’ compensation risk management and loss control issues.
Investigate incidents and complaints, conduct interviews and review records, gather and analyze a variety of data related to losses or potential losses, prepare reports and present findings to management and members.
Readily take on special projects involving enhanced services to members and improvements in internal and external business practices by exploring and evaluating options and making recommendations to management and members.
Ensure continued professional development to enhance and maintain knowledge of trends in the risk management and loss control fields by attending meetings, conferences, seminars and workshops; maintaining professional affiliations; and reviewing professional journals and other publications as appropriate.
ESSENTIAL EDUCATION SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Experience/Education:
- Undergraduate degree in public administration, criminal justice, political science, or related field or an advanced degree in law.
- Should have a minimum of 15 years of law enforcement industry experience and have advanced up through the ranks.
- Progressively responsible professional level experience in the law enforcement field, with an emphasis on development of policies and procedures and training; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.
- Possess one or more professional designation in the field of law enforcement or risk management and loss control.
- Possession of a valid Virginia driver’s license and in good standing.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Working knowledge of principles, practices, procedures and philosophies of risk management and loss control; Virginia and federal laws applicable to law enforcement and operations of municipal government; and the structure and operation of government.
- Proficient in the use of personal computers to include Microsoft Suite software applications, database management, use of the Internet and in the use of business machines and audio visual equipment.
- Demonstrated abilities to develop and implement programs, training modules and policies; organize materials and make presentations; conduct research and accurately analyze data; conduct investigations and make sound determinations; prepare reports and maintain records; communicate effectively with all levels of an organization; maintain confidentiality; and work both independently and as a team member.
Qualified candidates will submit a cover letter, including salary requirements and resume, to hr@vmlins.org. Attention: LE
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