City of San José, California

Risk Manager
Annual salary: $148,064.80 to $209,211.60
Closing date: February 22, 2026.

Are you an experienced risk management professional ready for your next big challenge? The City of San José, the dynamic heart of Silicon Valley, is seeking a visionary Risk Manager to lead citywide strategies that safeguard San José's vital financial, physical, and natural assets. Help protect a community of nearly one million residents and a city renowned for innovation, diversity, and entrepreneurial spirit.

Why San José? As the largest city in Northern California and the #1 safest major city in the U.S., San José offers endless opportunities. Thrive in a vibrant, supportive business environment, work alongside world-class technology leaders, and enjoy the beauty of the Bay Area with 300 days of sunshine, beaches, mountains, and cultural hotspots at your fingertips.

The Role: As Risk Manager, you'll steer a comprehensive risk program, collaborate with key city leaders, and manage insurance coverage for assets valued at $7.1 billion. You'll develop and implement strategies to mitigate financial and operational risks, oversee insurance procurement, and drive initiatives that protect the city from unpredictable events.
Lead property, liability, and specialty insurance programs
Coordinate risk engineering and loss control
Support major claims and disaster recovery
Champion continuous improvement and customer service

For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshrrs/jobs/5188694/risk-manager

For more information contact:
Maricarmen Peoples
CPS HR Consulting
916-471-3365
mpeoples@cpshr.us

To view an online brochure for this position visit: https://online.flipbuilder.com/kper/xath
City of San José website: http://www.sanjoseca.gov

The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer.