New Job Opening: Loss Control Specialist in Hartford, CT

Job Description

Position Overview

Our client, a leading insurance organization, is seeking a Loss Control Specialist to support its Workers’ Compensation business. This individual will work directly with policyholders to identify workplace hazards, evaluate operational risks, and develop strategies to prevent workplace injuries and reduce workers’ compensation claims.

The ideal candidate will have experience in loss control, risk management, occupational safety, or workers’ compensation, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and provide practical recommendations that promote safer work environments.

Compensation

• $85,000 - $125,000/year (based on experience)


• Annual bonus potential


• Full benefits and matching 401(k)

Requirements

• 2+ years of previous experience in loss control, risk control, occupational safety, risk management, or a related field.


• Working knowledge of workers’ compensation exposures, workplace injury prevention, and accident investigation principles.


• Experience conducting safety inspections, evaluating workplace hazards, and developing loss prevention recommendations.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to clients in a clear, practical manner.


• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to build and maintain productive relationships with policyholders and internal business partners.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the preparation of inspection reports and related documentation.


• Ability and willingness to travel to policyholder locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct onsite workplace inspections, safety assessments, and risk evaluations at policyholder locations to identify potential hazards and exposures related to workplace injuries.


• Evaluate clients’ safety programs, workplace procedures, employee training, and injury prevention practices.


• Identify trends in workplace accidents, injuries, and workers’ compensation claims to recommend appropriate loss prevention strategies.


• Develop and communicate loss control recommendations designed to reduce workplace hazards, improve safety practices, and minimize claim frequency and severity.


• Partner with policyholders, safety professionals, human resources teams, and management to implement corrective actions and improve workplace safety.


• Prepare detailed inspection reports documenting identified risks, safety deficiencies, and recommended improvements.


• Monitor policyholder progress in addressing identified safety concerns and follow up on recommended corrective actions.


• Provide guidance on occupational safety best practices, applicable regulations, and industry-specific risk exposures.


• Support underwriting teams by providing risk assessment findings and information relevant to policyholder safety and overall risk quality.


• Maintain current knowledge of workplace safety standards, workers’ compensation trends, and loss prevention techniques.

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