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Risk Specialist
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Waste Connections
Spring, TX (In Person)
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Risk Specialist Waste Connections, Inc. | The Woodlands, Texas (Corporate Headquarters) On-Site Due to continued growth, Waste Connections is seeking a Risk Specialist to join our Corporate Risk Management team. This role plays a critical part in supporting our insurance, claims, and risk management operations by ensuring data accuracy, driving coordination across stakeholders, and enabling informed decision-making across a complex and evolving business portfolio. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality work in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Maintain and update data within the Risk Management Information System (RMIS) to ensure accuracy and integrity Generate and analyze loss runs, property schedules, fleet schedules, and other ad hoc reports Support issuance, tracking, and management of Certificates of Insurance and related compliance documents Maintain and update named insured and DBA schedules Review and validate facility COPE data and ensure accurate system updates Partner with third-party engineering vendors to track and manage site recommendations Assist with DMV filings, auto ID card requests, and coverage-related inquiries Maintain workers' compensation posting notices and coordinate distribution Facilitate accurate data transfer between field operations, Risk, and insurance brokers Support risk, insurance, and claims initiatives, including acquisitions and integration activities Maintain and track certificates of insurance for newly acquired entities Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by Risk Management leadership Qualifications Bachelor's degree required 4+ years of experience in risk management, insurance, claims, legal, or a related field Interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a collaborative environment High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and business systems Experience with RMIS platforms (e.g., Ventiv, GRA) is a plus Why This Role Matters This position is foundational to maintaining the integrity of Waste Connections' risk and insurance data and supporting disciplined claims and coverage management. As the company continues to grow through acquisitions and operational expansion, this role provides direct exposure to complex risk issues, carrier interactions, and large-scale insurance programs.