Risk Control Officer

Risk Control OfficerThe Department of Risk Management is recruiting for a Risk Control Officer to supervise the activities of the Risk Control Section. The Risk Control Officer reports to the Deputy Director of Risk Management (Risk Control Division) and is responsible for planning and directing the County-wide program of accident prevention, safety education, and loss control. The Risk Control Officer is charged with protecting County assets, conducting inquiries into accidents involving County equipment and facilities, and promoting risk management and safety programs. Duties include developing and implementing a program of safety and loss prevention for the County; reviewing policies and practices; ensuring compliance with all applicable safety codes and standards; coordinating activities with applicable County offices; determining safety and risk control training needs and developing the safety and risk management education program; supervising and/or conducting the instruction of training classes and presentations; and explaining and interpreting policy and procedures. This excellent opportunity for career growth also offers a lucrative benefits package! To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Benefits by Occupational Unit (BbOU) Summary - General Unit and Employee Benefits. A hybrid telework schedule may be offered with satisfactory work performance. The department may also offer a 9/80 schedule, where incumbents enjoy a nine-day biweekly schedule. Conditions of employment include a pre-employment process that requires successful passing of a background check, including fingerprinting, verification of employment history, and physical exam/drug test. Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position (mileage reimbursement may be available at current IRS rates). A clean driving record and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum RequirementsApplicants must meet one of the following options: Option 1: Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. -AND- Experience: Three (3) years of recent (within the last 5 years) full-time equivalent experience overseeing professional safety projects/programs and/or conducting environmental investigations related to occupational health and safety. Primary duties must include administering components of an organization's loss prevention, regulatory compliance, occupational health, and illness/injury prevention programs. Experience must include identifying, assessing and controlling risk exposures, as well as implementing and evaluating recommended mitigation methods. OR Option 2: Education: Thirty (30) semester or forty-five (45) quarter units of completed college coursework from an accredited institution. (Transcripts MUST be attached to the application.) -AND- Experience: Five (5) years of recent (within the last 5 years) full-time equivalent experience overseeing professional safety projects/programs and/or conducting environmental investigations related to occupational health and safety. Primary duties must include administering components of an organization's loss prevention, regulatory compliance, occupational health, and illness/injury prevention programs. Experience must include identifying, assessing and controlling risk exposures, as well as implementing and evaluating recommended mitigation methods. Important notes: General loss prevention experience (e.g., retail operational loss prevention or security) is not considered qualifying experience. Loss prevention is defined as preventing and/or minimizing losses specifically associated with workplace accidents, injuries, illnesses, and similar occupational hazards. It does not refer to preventing financial losses due to theft, shrinkage, or operational inefficiencies in retail settings. Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Desired QualificationsThe ideal candidate will have experience as a lead worker, supervisor, or trainer in the public sector and designations from of one of the following is highly desirable: Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) or American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH). Selection ProcessThere will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the application and the supplemental questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00PM, April 10, 2026. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. If you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance, please review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Please review the Veteran's Preference Policy for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.