Sunnyvale has long enjoyed a plum spot at the center of the Bay Area’s evolution from agriculture, to aerospace and defense, to technology. Our location strikes the perfect balance – a mild, sunny climate with easy access to metropolitan amenities and abundant natural beauty.

With a population of 159,673, Sunnyvale is the seventh largest city in the Bay Area. We’re a center of technology and innovation, but also a town of quiet family neighborhoods, strong schools and a diverse community of people.

Job Title
Risk Manager
Job Description

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a division head-level Risk Manager to lead and guide the Risk Management Division. The Risk Manager will bring a dynamic, service-oriented and proactive approach to the City of Sunnyvale organization. Key responsibilities include planning, organizing, directing and coordinating risk management, workers’ compensation, property and liability, and safety programs; collaborating with other divisions and departments; and providing highly complex strategic support to the Director of Human Resources.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package, including employer paid medical, dental, and vision benefits; Classic CalPERS members have 4% of the employee contributions paid by the City, leaving only 3% for the employee to contribute; Employer paid 2% deferred compensation contribution; and City paid retiree medical insurance contribution of $1100 per month. City contribution increases with 5 years of service. A complete application packet consists of a City employment application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The final filing date is October 20, 2025 at 5:00 pm.

Salary 165,839 - 207,298 Annually, rates are inclusive of a 3.5% confidential premium

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sunnyvale/jobs/5091820/risk-mana…

Job Requirements

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in risk management, human resources management, finance, economics, business or public administration, or related field; AND
Four (4) years of experience performing professional level risk management work, including prior lead or supervisory experience.

Apply by
408-730-7490