Risk Management
Managing the self-insured liability program involves assessing the risks that the City may be exposed to when entering agreements. Risk Management reviews contracts to ensure the City is not assuming unnecessary risk and liability. Risk Management transfers the risk when possible by requiring that all contractors carry adequate amounts of insurance, and the division approves certificates of insurance for all contractors that are awarded contracts. Risk Management also ensures that the City is adequately covered for catastrophic losses by purchasing and monitoring excess insurance policies.
Risk Management assists all departments with liability-related issues, and investigates and handles liability claims filed against and on behalf of the City. Risk Management works with each department on safety issues and administers and develops safety programs and policies. Risk Management conducts and administers training on various safety-related topics.