Analyst, Owner Controlled Insurance Programs
Description
JOB TITLE: | Analyst, Owner Controlled Insurance Programs |
DEPT/DIV: | Risk and Insurance Management |
WORK LOCATION: | 2 Broadway |
FULL/PART-TIME | FULL |
SALARY RANGE: | $74,000 - $84,504 |
DEADLINE: | Until filled |
This position is eligible for teleworking, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.
Opening:
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.
Position Objective:
The Analyst OCIP provides varying levels of support and analysis to Senior OCIP Administration Claims Analyst, Assistant Director, and Deputy Director; actively contributes to managing the day-to-day operations of an Owner Controlled Insurance Programs (OCIP), including oversight of safety, claims, and administrative services provided by the insurance broker and/or insurance provider, and loss control.
Position requires strong communication skills and knowledge of the insurance industry and construction.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the administration of the Insurance Broker Contract for MTA Owner Controlled Insurance Programs and monitor and assess risks associated with OCIP-covered projects.
- Oversee the performance of vendor safety consultants by conducting weekly field audits of construction projects, reviewing written reports, reviewing invoices, and approving them if the work meets contractual standards, addressing performance issues with the contractor when possible, and escalating issues to other parties as needed.
- Assist in accident investigations and the reporting of claims by coordinating services and acting as liaison with project management, and by conducting site safety audits and inspections to identify hazards.
- Assist the broker in the collection and dissemination of underwriting data for the OCIP insurers and review subcontractor safety programs, and provide guidance as needed.
- Assist in the development and implementation of recommendations for common procedures on managing and controlling MTA-wide OCIPs, including recommendations to mitigate risk exposures and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Analytics skills to produce loss run reports.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Must have knowledge of the insurance industry, claims management, and Owner Controlled Insurance Programs (OCIP).
- Possess a strong understanding of risks associated with capital construction projects of a public transportation authority.
- Ability to work with other departments to develop information necessary to handle, define, and resolve issues.
- Must have excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
- Must have excellent communication and organization skills to work with multiple stakeholders.
- Experience with risk management software preferred (SafeWorks).
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree (preferably in accounting, finance, business, business administration, economics, or related field) or an equivalent combination of education and experience in the negotiation and coordination of multiple vendor contracts may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Minimum of 2 years of related experience.
The Following is/are preferred:
- Master’s degree in a related field.
- 5-7 years of experience in construction, investigations, loss control, project management, or safety.
- Participation in ongoing insurance courses is a plus, such as Certified Safety Professionals (CSP).
- Knowledge of PeopleSoft system software.
- Familiarity with the MTA’s policies and procedures.
Other Information
Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.