Risk Management & Employee Services
The Risk Management and Employee Services Division provides insurance programs, employee benefit administration, pension administration, safety and loss prevention, workers' compensation administration, payroll, and records management that support and protect DeKalb County’s workforce.
Insurance Programs
Property & Casualty Insurance
Comprehensive coverage including:
- Property Protection: County buildings, contents, and special risks
- OCIP Administration
- Subrogation/Recovery Administration
- Equipment Coverage: Boiler, machinery, and vehicle physical damage
- Liability Protection: Automobile and general liability coverage
- Security Bonds: Fidelity and performance bonding
Employee Benefits Administration
Complete benefits management for employees, retirees, and dependents:
Health and Wellness Programs
- DeKalb County Group Healthcare Plan (DCGHP)
- Dental care and vision coverage
- Group term life insurance
- Disability and accident insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
Retirement and Savings
- Deferred compensation §457(b) plans
- Pension plan administration
- Investment guidance and support
Payroll Administration
Professional payroll services including:
- Bi-weekly salary and wage processing
- Federal and state tax withholding
- Benefits deduction management
- Court-ordered deduction processing (child support, garnishments, etc.)
- Mileage and expense reimbursements
Pension Administration
DeKalb County Pension Plan Management:
- Pension board meetings
- Retirement benefit calculation and distribution
- Death and disability benefit administration
- Employee enrollment and vesting
- Required participation for all permanent county employees
For detailed pension information, visit the DeKalb County Employees Retirement Plan web page
Safety and Loss Prevention
Works to protect county operations, employees, and assets by minimizing accidents, losses, and related costs:
- Workers’ Compensation
- Environmental Health & Safety Training
- Defensive Driving
- Medic First Aid Training
- Vehicle Insurance (Automobile Liability)
- Property and Casualty Insurance and Loss Prevention
Workers' Compensation
Comprehensive workplace injury support:
- Immediate medical care coordination
- Claims administration and processing
- Return-to-work program management
Records Management
Professional document management services:
- Records retention schedule development
- Document security and maintenance
- Compliance with Georgia state archival requirements
- Master retention schedule administration