Loss Control Specialist I

Overview

An early-career Risk Control professional responsible for conducting virtual Risk Control assessments for Commercial Property and Workers’ Compensation accounts. The position uses virtual survey technology, including MirrorMe, to conduct live facility walkthroughs, interview insured representatives, identify exposures and controls, and prepare Risk Control reports to support underwriting.

This position requires good communication skills, basic knowledge of commercial property and workplace safety exposures, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently within established Risk Control guidelines and procedures. The role is designed to provide development across Technical Services, with opportunities to be cross-trained in recommendation response review and quality control.

Responsibilities

The Risk Control Technical Services Specialist primarily conducts virtual Risk Control surveys for Commercial Property and Workers’ Compensation accounts. Using MirrorMe and other available technology, the specialist works directly with insureds to conduct virtual facility walkthroughs, gather information, evaluate exposures and controls, document findings, and prepare Risk Control reports for underwriting. 

Surveys may include evaluation of building construction and occupancy, fire protection, housekeeping, electrical and life safety conditions, workplace safety practices, material handling, machine guarding, ergonomics, employee exposures, and other property or Workers’ Compensation risk factors appropriate to the account.

The specialist communicates identified concerns and recommendations, documents survey findings, and works with underwriting and internal Risk Control partners when additional information or follow-up is needed.

As experience is gained, the position may also be cross-trained to assist with recommendation response reviews and quality control activities within Technical Services.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Risk Management, Insurance, Occupational Safety, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2–3 years of Risk Control, loss prevention, safety, insurance, or related experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic Commercial Property and/or Workers’ Compensation loss prevention principles.
• Ability to identify common workplace hazards and property exposures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable interacting directly with insureds and conducting interviews and virtual facility walkthroughs.
• Ability to document observations and prepare clear, concise Risk Control reports.
• Ability to independently manage assigned work and meet established service expectations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn Risk Control technology platforms.

Preferred

• Experience conducting Commercial Property and/or Workers’ Compensation Risk Control surveys.
• Experience with virtual inspections, video-based assessments, or similar technology.
• Familiarity with OSHA requirements, basic fire protection concepts, and general loss prevention practices.
• Experience developing or communicating Risk Control recommendations.
• Professional designation or progress toward a designation such as ARM, ASP, CSP, CPCU, or similar.
• Interest in developing additional skills in recommendation response, report review, and Risk Control quality control.
• Understanding of how Risk Control information supports underwriting decisions.

The expected salary range for this role is USD $46,600.00 - USD $80,000.00 Yr. 

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a wide range of factors considered in making the compensation decision, including, but not limited to, candidate skills, experience, education and training, the scope and responsibilities of the role, as well as market and business considerations.

What We Offer

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.