Insurance and Risk Specialist

The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury offers a return to small town charm while being one of the country’s fastest growing communities. We are a vibrant, thriving community that possess a sense of pride and where community spirit prevails. Our town is committed to being a complete and healthy community where there are opportunities for everyone to contribute and to benefit. We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated and organized individual to join the Legal, Risk Management and Procurement Division of the Corporate Services Department.

Reporting to the Manager of Legal, Risk Management and Procurement, the role will be committed to sound insurance and risk management practices including identifying analyzing and mitigating risk exposure.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Manage the Town’s corporate insurance policy coverage and renewals, including valuation appraisals, and oversight of various special insurance programs. Maintains property and equipment listings for insurance purposes and advises the insurance companies of any deletions or additions in a timely manner.
• Assist with negotiations of the annual corporate insurance policy, recommends appropriate deductibles and policy changes to provide appropriate insurance coverage for all assets.
• Liaise with Simcoe County Municipal Insurance Pool staff for the administration of the Town’s insurance program.
• Primary contact for all claimants and their representatives, administers and manages all insurance incidents, claims and statements of claims while maintaining confidentiality of all information.
• Respond to all corporate insurance and risk management matters including administration of incidents and claims.
• Review contracts and agreements for required levels of insurance and securities for the Corporation.
• Review and provide advice in the negotiation and drafting of contracts, leases, procurement documents and other agreements to analyse the scope of work or arrangement and the relationship between the parties in order to provide risk financing recommendations.
• Provide advice to management and staff on risk management issues and trends, and maintain an awareness of legislative and regulatory changes, court decisions and other concerns which may impact municipal operations and associated risks.
• Develop, coordinate and present various risk management seminars/training programs to staff; promote progressive risk management objectives, principles and techniques throughout the Town.
• Promotes effective risk management practices across the Corporation.

Key Competencies and Qualifications:

• Possess a post-secondary diploma in business, law, public administration, or related area.
• At least five (5) years of experience in claims, insurance and/or risk management preferably having at least three (3) in a municipal or public sector environment.
• Completion of, or willingness to obtain, Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) from the Insurance Institute of Canada, Chartered Insurance Professional Program and/or Canadian Risk Management Designation (CRM) of the Risk and Insurance Management Society.
• Demonstrated practical knowledge of the insurance industry and claims management.
• Demonstrated ability to write comprehensive policies and procedures, reports, letters, memoranda related to risk exposure, loss prevention, insurance matters and claim settlements.
• A sound understanding of insurance law and municipal insurance policies along with a good understanding of the Municipal Act, Highway Traffic Act, Occupier’s Liability Act, Insurance Act, Ontario Automobile Legislation, MFIPPA.
• Computer literacy utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and use of various other database and financial software. Ability to use a digital camera for evidence purposes.
• Highly skilled in both verbal and written communication; effectively and courteously handles enquiries from the public, external vendors, and staff. Strong facilitation, negotiation and consensus-building skills.
• Ability to promote a culture of inclusiveness and work with a diverse population of employees, participants, agencies and the public.
• Must be able to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check upon hire.

The position offers a salary range of $79,193 to $96,260 (2025 rates) based on a 35 hour work week, plus a competitive benefit package and the option for flexible work arrangements.

Closing date for this position is July 30, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, and will only be used for candidate selection.

The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury is committed to equity in employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as LGBTQ2S+.

The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury is committed to providing accommodations based on any human rights protected grounds and in accordance with the AODA, throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please notify us when contacted for an interview and we will work with you to meet your needs.