Risk Management Director at Hawthorne School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Associate Superintendent of Business Services, plans, organizes, coordinates, and manages the District’s comprehensive risk management functions, including workers’ compensation, liability claims, safety compliance, insurance administration, contract risk review, litigation support, and related programs. Provides leadership and direction in the identification, avoidance, mitigation, and transfer of risk to minimize District exposure and financial loss. The Risk Management Director analyzes complex risk management issues; develops and implements procedures and operational practices; ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and District standards; coordinates with legal counsel, insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and regulatory agencies; oversees investigations and claims administration activities; and prepares reports, analyses, and recommendations for District administration. The Risk Management Director develops collaborative working relationships with District administrators, employees, outside agencies, legal counsel, insurance representatives, and regulatory entities while promoting safe practices, operational compliance, and organizational accountability.
Requirements / Qualifications
Persons interested in applying and being interviewed for the position of Risk Management Director, must submit the following documents:
- Certification (Valid Certified School Risk Manager (CSRM) certification)
- Copy of Transcript (If any)
- DMV Printout (Original and current (within 1 month))
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 dated within the last year)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Persons interested in applying and being interviewed for the position of Risk Management Director, must submit the following documents:
- Certification (Valid Certified School Risk Manager (CSRM) certification)
- Copy of Transcript (If any)
- DMV Printout (Original and current (within 1 month))
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 dated within the last year)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Effective January 1, 2026, all applicants for classified positions with Hawthorne School District are required to disclose a complete and accurate history of prior employment with any educational institution, regardless of duration. This includes service with school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, and state special schools. This requirement is in accordance with Senate Bill 848 (SB 848).
Comments and Other Information
Effective January 1, 2026, all applicants for classified positions with Hawthorne School District are required to disclose a complete and accurate history of prior employment with any educational institution, regardless of duration. This includes service with school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, and state special schools. This requirement is in accordance with Senate Bill 848 (SB 848).
Application Deadline
7/28/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/14/2026
Contact
Glinda Medina
310-676-2276 3964
310-676-2276 3964
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
Starting at $129,813 - $174,554 Annually
Starting at $129,813 - $174,554 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Plus $1,000 signing bonus and exceptional fringe benefits package
Length of Work Year
12 months/8 hours per day
Employment Type
Full Time