Risk Management

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Description of Services:
Risk Management is responsible for providing and administering the County and Library District's insurance and benefit programs in a cost effective manner and in the best interest of the citizens and employees of Alachua County.

Programs administered include the following:

Risk Management:
Evaluates and manages all insured, self insured and benefit programs, loss control activities, and contract compliance in the most cost effective manner possible and in the best interest of the County.

Employee Benefits:
Administers all employee benefits including group health, life, dental, vision, deferred compensation, and cafeteria plans. Organizes and conducts employee wellness and fitness activities including an annual health fair, flu vaccinations, the Florida Trek program, and preventative care programs. Serves as liaison to the Florida Retirement System (FRS).

Safety and Loss Control:
Develops and coordinates all safety and loss control programs to reduce accidents, occupational illnesses, and exposure to long-term health hazards.


Phone:(352) 374-5297
Fax: (352) 381-0168

Street Address:
County Administration Building
12 SE 1st Street, 3rd Floor
Gainesville, FL 32601

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1467,
Gainesville, FL 32602

Risk Management Employee List
 
Wade Gillingham, Risk Manager
352-374-5297 wfg@alachuacounty.us
 
Colleen Duffy, Employee Benefits Coordinator
352-337-6180 cduffy@alachuacounty.us
 
Alice Pina, Senior Staff Assistant
352-374-5297 apina@alachuacounty.us
 
Andrea Stokes, Claims Adjuster, Worker's Compensation
352-264-6981 astokes@alachuacounty.us
 
Scott Young, Claims Adjuster, Liability and Loss Control
352-337-6168 syoung@alachuacounty.us
 
Risk Management Phone Number: 352-374-5297
 
Risk Management Fax: 352-381-0168