Director Of Risk Management And Construction Safety - Denver International Airport

About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $135,000 - $185,000/year. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service

• 457B Retirement Plan

• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 wellness day, and 1 volunteer day per year

• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

The City and County of Denver has announced furlough days, or unpaid days off, for most employees to meet a budget shortfall in 2025. There are two fixed furlough days for all limited (temporary positions with an end date) and unlimited (permanent) employees on August 29th, the Friday before Labor Day, and November 28th, the day after Thanksgiving. If you receive an offer for this position, your annual pay will determine whether you are required to take additional furlough days. Details will be discussed during the offer process for selected candidate(s).

Location

The City and County of Denver supports a hybrid workplace model. Employees work where needed, at a job site several days a week and off-site as needed. Employees must work within the state of Colorado on their off-site days.

In this position you can expect to work on site at least 3 days per week at the Denver International Airport.

Who We Are & What You'll Do

Denver International Airport (DEN) is the third-busiest airport in the United States and one of the top ten busiest airports in the world, connecting our community globally through flight and business. DEN is the primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than $47.2 billion for the region annually and employing nearly 37,000 people. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and uplift all races, ethnicities, gender identities, national origins, ages, abilities, religion, and LGBTQIA+ communities. We know that our diversity makes us stronger, and we strive to keep diversity, equity and inclusion at the center of all that we do.

Become an important part of a small, influential and dynamic team, where you will help create the future of Risk Management and Construction Safety at DEN. Core duty is the strategic development and implementation of policies for risk control, occupational health, and safety across construction projects and holistic airport operations to minimize incidents/accidents, liability, and financial losses.

Specifically, as the Director of Risk Management and Construction Safety, you will:

• Design and execute integrated risk strategies to protect people, assets, and financial performance to include future implementation of an Enterprise Risk Management program.

• Supervise, mentor, and develop risk management and construction safety staff to ensure high levels of performance and innovation, and foster a strong positive safety culture.

• Manage property, casualty, and construction insurance programs and serve as a liaison with insurance brokers and carriers.

• Manage multiple Rolling Owner Controlled Insurance Programs (ROCIP) covering billions in construction value including, but not limited to, program negotiation and placement, safety, data analytics and program performance reporting, financial management, insurance partner management, and communications with internal and external stakeholders.

• Oversee insurance claims, investigations, subrogation, and other related legal matters.

• Develop and implement policies and procedures that impact operations and administrative activities at the division and enterprise level, provide advice and interpretative information pertaining to current practices, evaluate business processes and impacts of change, and make recommendations for modifications to functional area.

• Manage contractual insurance requirements and other methods of risk transfer.

• Oversee RFP development and contract procurement related to the department.

• Conduct studies and research projects within the scope of the functional area, prepare comprehensive reports that reflect findings and conclusions, and recommend solutions in areas that require attention or change, and implement approved recommendations.

• Prepare and administer the department's budget for risk and safety responsibilities and initiatives.

• Project manage, train, and offer support to various departmental initiatives and participate in enterprise-level projects, committees, and workgroups.

What You'll Bring

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

• Ten (10) years of full performance, professional level experience overseeing and administering functional and operational aspects of risk management and program management Customer-centric, detail-oriented, and collaborative.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills to effectively collaborate with project teams, legal counsel, all airport divisions and external stakeholders.

• Significant experience in risk management, insurance, and construction safety.

• Understanding of enterprise risk management (ERM), risk assessment frameworks, and risk transfer techniques.

• Understanding of construction methods, logistics, and safety protocols, including OSHA standards.

• Experience with complex project/program management.

• Strong data analytics (identification, capture, analysis, reporting); ability to analyze and assess risks and balance risk with opportunity.

• Proficient at developing and presenting clear and concise reports and communications for front line to executive audiences.

• Experience managing Controlled Insurance Programs for construction projects (CIPs/WRAPs) is preferable.

• Experience with Enterprise Risk Management philosophies and process is preferable.

• Professional certifications such as Associate in Risk Management (ARM), and/or Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) are preferable.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a related field based on a specific position.

• Experience Requirement: Five (5) years of experience at the type and level of financial functional or financial operational management, which must have included management of subordinate supervisors.

• Education/Experience Equivalency: Two (2) years of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.

• License/Certifications: Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

Additional Information

FBI Background Check: FBI criminal background check is required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment. By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required.

Snow/Emergency Duties: Denver International Airport is a 24/7/365 team operation. If weather conditions warrant or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees can be required to work extended hours and/or shifts.

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open until Monday, October 6, 2025. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than 10/6/25 at 11:59 p.m. to ensure consideration.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CV2793 Financial Director

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Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$122,009.00 - $207,415.00

Target Pay

$135,000 - $185,000/year

Agency

Denver International Airport

Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies

City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.

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