2.1 Attendance at all meetings at the request of County Administration and/or the Board of Commissioners and, as needed, appropriate committee meetings. 2.2 Assist in the review/drafting of coverage documents. 2.3 Issue all certificates of insurance in order to meet the needs of the County, in accordance with the standards, procedures and specifications set by the County of Essex. 2.3 Canvass the insurance market for appropriate carriers or reinsurers. 2.4 Provide ongoing review and advice to the Risk Manager on market trends and pricing. 2.5 Develop renewal proposals in conformity with the time frame specified by the County of Essex. 2.6 Arrange access to underwriters and negotiate coverage terms in the best interest of the County of Essex. 2.7 Prepare a written report to the Risk Manager on the annual coverage renewal and other insurance issues, as needed. 2.8 Bind approved coverage and confirm placement in writing. 2.9 Review and advise the County Administrator and staff on alternative risk financing techniques. 2.10 Review and advise the Risk Manager on appropriate program changes, such as self-insured retention, deductibles and coverage alternatives such as joint insurance funds. 2.11 Interpret and provide written clarification concerning specific coverage issues, as needed. 2.12 Advise the Risk Manager regarding “gaps” in coverage and/or inadequate coverage.
