Insurance Risk Manager Jobs in Jackson, MS (NOW HIRING)

• Job Category Safety
• Employee Type FT Exempt

Delta Industries, Inc. is a trusted regional construction materials supplier. Established in 1945,
Delta Industries aims to provide a solid foundation for economic prosperity and quality of life
through construction materials solutions.

We need a Compliance & Claims Specialist to be responsible for maintaining full regulatory record-keeping compliance across DOT and OSHA, while managing the full lifecycle of workers' compensation and auto-liability claims.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Record-Keeping

DOT Compliance

Maintain driver qualification (DQ) files in accordance with 49 CFR §391, including applications, MVRs, medical examiner certificates, road tests, and employment verification.

Track, record, and report pre-employment, post-accident, random, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug & alcohol testing under 49 CFR Part 382.

Record, categorize, and retain all DOT recordable crashes with supporting documentation.

OSHA Compliance

Maintain OSHA 300, 300A, and 301 injury and illness records; post the 300A summary annually as required by 29 CFR 1904.

Record, categorize, and retain all recordable workplace injuries and illnesses with supporting documentation.

Serve as primary liaison between injured employees, supervisors, medical providers, adjusters, and legal counsel.

R eport new workers' compensation claims to the carrier within established timeframes and confirm first notice of injury documentation is complete and accurate.

Monitor claim status, reserves, and payments; review adjuster diaries and challenge reserve levels or treatment denials where warranted.

Coordinate modified duty and return-to-work placements with operations, ensuring transitional assignments align with medical restrictions.

Track open claims to resolution, including identification of claims appropriate for settlement, mediation, or litigation management.

Maintain claim files in the designated system of record, including medical documentation, wage records, correspondence, and reserve adjustments.

Analyze loss runs monthly to identify trends, large-loss exposure, and claims requiring escalated handling.

Auto/General Liability Claims Lead

Document and report fleet auto-liability claims, including third-party bodily injury, property damage, cargo, and physical damage.

Coordinate accident reconstruction, scene documentation, witness statements, police reports, and driver statements at first notice.

Pursue subrogation and salvage recovery against at-fault third parties, including coordination with subrogation vendors and legal counsel.

Monitor open auto claims against reserve adequacy, litigation status, and settlement limits.

Track recoveries and report on subrogation outcomes

Ensure contractor/vendor Certificate of Insurance (COI) are accurate and up to date.

Design, build, and maintain a comprehensive KPI framework spanning both compliance and claims functions, with metrics tied to regulatory standing, loss frequency, loss severity, and cost of risk.

Maintain and communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual safety incentive program.

Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Safety, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred).

A ssociate in Risk Management (ARM), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or equivalent designation (preferred)

Experience with self-insured retention programs, captive arrangements, or large-deductible workers' compensation structure

Experience in transportation compliance, risk management, or insurance claims handling, with direct DOT, OSHA, or EPA record-keeping responsibility.

Working knowledge of 49 CFR Parts 382, 383, 390–396, 29 CFR 1904, and applicable EPA record-keeping standards.

D emonstrated experience managing workers' compensation and/or commercial auto claims, either in-house or in coordination with carriers and TPAs.

Familiarity with Mississippi & Tennessee workers' compensation statutes in operating jurisdictions.

Proficiency with claims management systems and electronic DQ file platforms.

Strong written communication skills for regulatory filings, claim documentation, and management reporting.

Primarily office-based with periodic visits to terminals, shops, and field locations.

Occasional after-hours availability for serious incident reporting and claim escalation.

Travel up to 15% for audits, claim site visits, and regulatory meetings.

Ability to manage multiple projects, establish priorities, and accomplish goals & objectives

Proficiency with MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Word

A nalytical and problem-solving skills

Regular, predictable, attendance is an essential function of the job

Complete Delta employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.

Physical Requirements:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.

Summary

Delta Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment with Delta Industries is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the employment screening process. Depending on the requirements of the position, this may include a public source background inquiry, employment history, criminal history, credit check, medical exam, drug screen, motor vehicle report, or other pertinent reports.

Disclaimer:
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements for the position listed. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to the role. The company reserves the right to modify or expand the responsibilities as necessary to meet business needs.