Director, Risk Management - Dallas Regional… at Dominium… · Buzzi…

Dominium is helping tackle the affordable housing crisis – and we’re looking for motivated candidates to join our team and advance our 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. We create quality, affordable homes and engage with our residents to foster a strong sense of community and connection.

Join us in making a difference in people’s lives every day at a company where 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:

1. Lead the overall risk management function and process, including analyzing the financial impact of risks across the organization.
2. Manage the company’s comprehensive insurance program covering real estate assets through development, construction, and property management activities.
3. Gather, analyze, and validate exposure and underwriting data; complete insurance applications; and negotiate renewal terms with brokers and insurers.
4. Oversee insurance transactions including premium payments, consultant fees, property-level allocations, and ensure compliance with lender insurance requirements.
5. Manage the captive insurance program and recommend risk financing structures aligned with the organization’s risk appetite, including self-insurance elements.
6. 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.
7. Oversee the master Builders Risk program, including reporting requirements and premium allocation across projects.
8. Manage the full claims process, including general liability and litigated claims; own third-party administrator relationships and oversee claims-related accounting.
9. Deliver internal and external risk reporting to site teams, executives, investors, and lenders; maintain proactive communication with brokers, carriers, and stakeholders.
10. Lead other projects supporting the overall risk function and contribute to continuous improvement of risk practices across the organization.

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

QUALIFICATIONS: (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Training and Experience.)

• 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

About Us: Dominium is a purpose-driven leader in affordable housing. We operate in approximately 20 states, supported by a team of over 1,300 dedicated employees. For more than 50 years, we have delivered excellence in the development and management of affordable housing communities across the United States. Dominium’s values – EDGE: Entrepreneurial Innovation, Developing People, Growth Mindset and Execution – guide us in fulfilling our Purpose: to provide quality, affordable housing that builds Enduring Value for our residents, employees, communities and financial partners. We believe housing provides dignity, and our work has a positive, lasting impact on the lives of individuals and families – often for generations. Our properties last for decades, leaving a lasting impact in the communities where they are located.

We offer a competitive salary, an incentive bonus program, training and development programs, career growth and community volunteer and outreach programs. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including Basic Life and AD&D; Employee, Spouse and Child Supplemental Life and AD&D; and Short and Long-Term Disability insurance. We also offer Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, with optional Health Savings Accounts, as well as Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts. We offer Voluntary Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Whole Life) and an Employee Assistance Program. Additionally, you have access to a 401(K) plan, Health and Financial Wellness Programs, Paid Time Off including Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Education Reimbursement, Employee Recognition and the Dominium Employee Emergency Fund.

Dominium is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees. Dominium prohibits employment discrimination on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), pregnancy, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, membership or activity in local commission, veteran status, military status, age, genetic information, union membership, use of lawful consumable products, or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law.