DIRECTOR OF RISK MANAGEMENT

Our client is a purpose-driven leader in affordable housing, operating in approximately 20 states, supported by a team of over 1,300 dedicated employees.

For more than 50 years, they have delivered excellence in the development and management of affordable housing communities across the United States.

Our client is helping tackle the affordable housing crisis, and they are looking for motivated candidates to join their team and advance their mission. With offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Phoenix, and Minneapolis, Dominium is one of the nation’s most respected and innovative affordable housing development and management companies. They create quality, affordable homes and engage with their residents to foster a strong sense of community and connection.

The team at Dominium makes a difference in people’s lives every day. At this company, you can challenge yourself to develop both personally and professionally.

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary responsibilities of the Director of Risk Management are to lead and oversee the organization’s comprehensive risk management function.

The Director of Risk Management will provide strategic guidance, oversight, and evaluation of risk exposure across the organization, including insurance structures, claims processes, and risk mitigation strategies.

This role is responsible for designing and implementing risk management frameworks, directing insurance program strategy for a large, multi-company, primarily self-insured structure, and managing relationships with brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators.

The Director will also oversee claims management, trend analysis, and related financial processes, while leading a team dedicated to enterprise-wide risk management initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Lead the overall risk management function and process, including analyzing the financial impact of risks across the organization.

• Manage the company’s comprehensive insurance program covering real estate assets through development, construction, and property management activities.

• Gather, analyze, and validate exposure and underwriting data; complete insurance applications; and negotiate renewal terms with brokers and insurers.

• Oversee insurance transactions including premium payments, consultant fees, property-level allocations, and ensure compliance with lender insurance requirements.

• Manage the captive insurance program and recommend risk financing structures aligned with the organization’s risk appetite, including self-insurance elements.

• Review contracts for insurance and bonding requirements in coordination with legal and development teams; lead communication with brokers and sureties for timely issuance of performance and payment bonds.

• Oversee the master Builders Risk program, including reporting requirements and premium allocation across projects.

• Manage the full claims process, including general liability and litigated claims; own third-party administrator relationships and oversee claims-related accounting.

• Deliver internal and external risk reporting to site teams, executives, investors, and lenders; maintain proactive communication with brokers, carriers, and stakeholders.

• Lead other projects supporting the overall risk function and contribute to continuous improvement of risk practices across the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or related field.

• 6+ years of related business experience in the fields of risk or insurance; property insurance experience required. Muti-family and affordable housing experience preferred.

• Highly skilled with both written and oral communication.

• Computer Skills – Office; intermediate excel skills.

• Strong mathematical and analytical reasoning skills.

• Must be highly collaborative; ability to partner and influence across the organization to achieve company objectives while maintaining strong relationships.

• Ability to work independently to complete goals.

supervisory responsibilities

• Manage a risk management team of 2-3 employees, setting team strategy and goals, providing oversight, motivating, coaching and developing the team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work environment is an indoor office environment with 85% sitting, 5% standing and 10% walking.

Ability to travel up to 10%

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and/or responsibilities required of the employee. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by Supervisors as deemed appropriate. This job description does not alter the at-will employment relationship. This document does not represent a contract of employment. This job description may change or be altered by the company at any time, with or without notice.