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CHANCERY OFFICES
ARCHDIOCESE OF GALVESTON-HOUSTON
Summary
The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, seeks a Director of Risk Management for one of the
largest Catholic dioceses in the United States, serving a ten-county region in Southeast Texas
which includes the Greater Houston metropolitan area. The Archdiocese includes more than 140
parishes, Catholic schools, cemeteries, and other facilities. The position plays a critical role in
protecting the Archdiocese's physical assets, financial resources, and mission-driven ministries
while promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and operational resilience across the
Archdiocese. This full-time, benefits-eligible position reports to the Chief Financial Officer
(CFO) and the office is located at the Downtown Chancery in Houston. Occasional evening and
weekend work may be required. Candidates should have knowledge of Catholic teachings and be
able to support and represent the mission and values of the Catholic Church. A practicing
Catholic in good standing is preferred.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Develop, implement, and oversee Archdiocesan risk management, loss prevention, and
insurance programs.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to property, safety, liability, and operations.
- Manage insurance coverage, renewals, claims, reporting, and relationships with brokers,
carriers, attorneys, and service providers.
- Establish risk tracking, loss reporting, analytics, and executive-level reporting processes.
- Promote a culture of risk awareness through training, education, and compliance
initiatives.
- Coordinate disaster recovery, emergency response, FEMA-related activities, and business
continuity planning.
- Maintain property schedules, asset inventories, claims databases, inspection records, and
risk management policies.
- Partner with Legal, Accounting, Construction, Information Services, and parish
leadership to ensure effective risk management practices.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Risk Management or a related field required.
- Master's degree (MBA, MPA, or MS in Risk Management) preferred.
- Minimum five years of leadership experience in risk management.
- Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation required.
- CPCU designation, or willingness to obtain, preferred.
- Knowledge of insurance claims management, facility operations, safety programs, and
building construction.
- Strong analytical, communication, project management, and Microsoft Office skills.
- Valid Texas driver's license required.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in varied environments, including heights and confined spaces.
Interested suitable candidates may send a cover letter, resume, and salary expectation range* to
resume@archgh.org with Director of Risk Management on the subject line.
Applicants who do not include salary range expectation may not receive review.
CHANCERY OFFICES
ARCHDIOCESE OF GALVESTON-HOUSTON
Summary
The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, seeks a Director of Risk Management for one of the
largest Catholic dioceses in the United States, serving a ten-county region in Southeast Texas
which includes the Greater Houston metropolitan area. The Archdiocese includes more than 140
parishes, Catholic schools, cemeteries, and other facilities. The position plays a critical role in
protecting the Archdiocese's physical assets, financial resources, and mission-driven ministries
while promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and operational resilience across the
Archdiocese. This full-time, benefits-eligible position reports to the Chief Financial Officer
(CFO) and the office is located at the Downtown Chancery in Houston. Occasional evening and
weekend work may be required. Candidates should have knowledge of Catholic teachings and be
able to support and represent the mission and values of the Catholic Church. A practicing
Catholic in good standing is preferred.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Develop, implement, and oversee Archdiocesan risk management, loss prevention, and
insurance programs.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to property, safety, liability, and operations.
- Manage insurance coverage, renewals, claims, reporting, and relationships with brokers,
carriers, attorneys, and service providers.
- Establish risk tracking, loss reporting, analytics, and executive-level reporting processes.
- Promote a culture of risk awareness through training, education, and compliance
initiatives.
- Coordinate disaster recovery, emergency response, FEMA-related activities, and business
continuity planning.
- Maintain property schedules, asset inventories, claims databases, inspection records, and
risk management policies.
- Partner with Legal, Accounting, Construction, Information Services, and parish
leadership to ensure effective risk management practices.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Risk Management or a related field required.
- Master's degree (MBA, MPA, or MS in Risk Management) preferred.
- Minimum five years of leadership experience in risk management.
- Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation required.
- CPCU designation, or willingness to obtain, preferred.
- Knowledge of insurance claims management, facility operations, safety programs, and
building construction.
- Strong analytical, communication, project management, and Microsoft Office skills.
- Valid Texas driver's license required.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in varied environments, including heights and confined spaces.
Interested suitable candidates may send a cover letter, resume, and salary expectation range* to
resume@archgh.org with Director of Risk Management on the subject line.
Applicants who do not include salary range expectation may not receive review.
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Who's Hiring
- JPMorganChase88
- Capital One29
- Information Technology Senior Management Forum12I
- Deloitte11
- Adventist Health10
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services59
- Investment & Asset Management31
- Technology & Software24
- Fintech19
- Healthcare & Medical Services17
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in risk management specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business, accounting, or a related field
- Experience with enterprise risk management frameworks such as COSO or ISO 31000
- Proficiency in risk assessment tools and GRC software platforms
- Professional certification such as CRM, FRM, CRISC, or CIA
- Strong analytical skills for identifying, quantifying, and prioritizing risk exposures
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements relevant to the employer's industry
Tips for Your Risk Management Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to the framework
Many job postings name a specific risk framework, such as COSO, ISO 31000, or NIST. Mirror that language in your resume's summary and experience bullets so your application clears automated screening and signals fluency to the hiring manager.
Highlight quantified risk reduction outcomes
Vague duty lists don't move hiring managers. Replace them with outcomes: percentage reduction in audit findings, dollar value of exposure mitigated, or number of controls implemented. Specificity separates risk specialists from generic compliance candidates.
Filter openings by certification requirements
Some roles require a CRM, FRM, or CRISC before you can be considered, while others treat them as preferred. Sorting openings by credential requirement stops you from investing time in applications where you're ineligible from the start.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists risk management specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare scenario answers for case interviews
Risk management interviews often include scenario questions asking you to assess a hypothetical exposure or recommend a control. Practice structuring answers around identify, evaluate, respond, and monitor so you sound systematic rather than reactive under pressure.
Negotiate using industry benchmarks not gut feeling
Before negotiating, pull compensation data from Bureau of Labor Statistics reports and industry salary surveys specific to risk functions. Citing a credible external benchmark shifts the conversation from personal preference to market reality, which is far more persuasive.
Risk Management Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most risk management specialists?
The companies hiring the most risk management specialists right now include JPMorganChase, Capital One, and Information Technology Senior Management Forum, with the largest share of openings in New York, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Financial services firms, insurers, and large healthcare systems consistently account for a significant portion of active postings.
How many risk management specialist jobs are remote?
About 51% of risk management specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting broad adoption of flexible work across the field. Roles focused on enterprise risk strategy, regulatory reporting, and third-party risk tend to offer the highest share of remote options, while positions requiring on-site audits or physical asset assessments are more likely to require in-person presence.
How do you become a risk management specialist?
Most risk management specialists start with a bachelor's degree in finance, business, accounting, or a related discipline. From there, entry-level roles in audit, compliance, or financial analysis build the analytical and regulatory foundation employers look for. Earning a recognized certification, such as the CRM or CRISC, accelerates advancement into specialist-level positions. Developing hands-on experience with GRC platforms and learning the risk frameworks common in your target industry rounds out the profile most hiring managers expect.
Can you get a risk management specialist job with little experience?
Yes, entry points exist even without direct risk management titles on your resume. Employers often consider candidates who have worked in internal audit, compliance, financial analysis, or insurance underwriting, since those roles build transferable risk assessment skills. Framing your experience around identifying exposures, testing controls, or interpreting regulatory requirements, combined with an entry-level certification, can overcome a thin specialized background when applying to junior specialist roles.
What does the risk management specialist interview process look like?
The process typically runs three to four stages. An initial screening call with a recruiter confirms your background and compensation expectations. A technical interview or written assessment follows, often including scenario-based questions where you walk through how you'd identify, evaluate, and respond to a specific risk. A panel interview with risk, compliance, or finance stakeholders tests your judgment and communication. Some employers add a final presentation round for senior roles.
Where can I find and apply to risk management specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to risk management specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. The listings cover roles at every seniority level and across industries including financial services, healthcare, insurance, and government contracting. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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