Mike Panagiotu, DirectorOur MissionThe mission of the Risk Management & Insurance Department is to protect the assets of Pierce County through the identification, control, and reduction of risk exposures. Our Services
About UsThe self-insurance fund provides funding for the payment of all premiums for policies purchased on behalf of the County, as well as for the payment of all costs involved in the defense and/or settlement of all claims and lawsuits filed against the County. The department identifies and assesses risk exposures on behalf of Pierce County. The Risk Management & Insurance Department manages the self-insurance fund, and in conjunction with the Prosecuting Attorney's office, is responsible for the investigation and settlement or denial of claims and lawsuits filed against Pierce County. The Department also initiates claims against parties responsible for the loss of or damage to County-owned property. The Risk Management Department reviews all contracts entered into by the County. The Risk Manager determines whether it is more prudent to purchase insurance coverage or to self-insure, assists the County's broker of record with respect to employee benefits, serves in an advisory capacity as the Clerk of the Pierce County Law Enforcement Officers & Fire Fighters Disability Board and on the County's Accident Review Committee, and serves as Chairman of the Courthouse Security Standing Committee. The Risk Management Department provides employee safety and workers' compensation services for Pierce County Government employees. Information Telephone: (253) 798-7462 Address: 955 Tacoma Avenue South, Suite 303, Tacoma, WA 98402 Hours of Business: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday (excluding holidays) E-mail us at pcriskmgmt@co.pierce.wa.us. |
