Associate Executive Director

Berkley Risk (a Berkley Company); Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 84,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkley Risk (a Berkley Company) in Colorado seeks an Associate Executive Director to administer the Dentists Professional Liability Trust (DPLT) under the Executive Director, supporting day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives.

You will serve as a primary liaison to members, manage board relations, coordinate events and communications, oversee claims handling and risk management initiatives, and mentor staff while advancing the Trust's mission.

Qualifications

• Active Colorado dental license and 10+ years of dental practice experience.
• Extensive background in administration of dental malpractice claims.
• Familiar with the legal process and litigation management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Administer the affairs of the Dentists Professional Liability Trust (DPLT).
• Manage day-to-day operations under the Executive Director.
• Serve as primary liaison to members and oversee communications.

Skills

Legal processes understanding

Claims management

Mentoring and empathy

Strategic planning

Multi-project coordination

Education

Active Colorado dentistry license

10+ years dentistry experience

Job description

Company Details

We’re a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, an A. M. Best A+ rated Fortune 500 holding company. Berkley is comprised of individual operating units that serve a defined insurance market segment. Berkley Risk is focused on providing self-insured entities program administration services and insurance operations which can include taking or sharing risk using Berkley paper. This capability allows us to customize both an insurance company option and a purely administrative option for our customers.

Responsibilities

Responsible for administering the affairs and resources of the Dentists Professional Liability Trust (DPLT) under the direction and supervision of the Executive Director. The Associate Executive Director will also assist in the management of day-to-day operations of the Trust, working closely and under the direction of the Executive Director.

• Serves the needs and interests of the Trust pursuant to the Mission Statement and Bylaws and as directed by the Board of Directors.
• Public Relations: Serves as one of the primary spokespersons for DPLT.
• Contact with Members of the Trust. Ensure members are appropriately informed, guided, and supported in their professional well-being.
• Web site, social media, Journals
• Dental Community
• Maintaining and Growing Membership
• Measure effectiveness of membership-related initiatives
• Ensure updated membership information, brochures, social media and other items
• Communicate and welcome new members
• Engage in activities that draw members to the Trust
• Act as a main point of contact for other organizations and entities with whom the Trust shares a relationship and/or foster collaborations.
• DPLT Board, Officer and Committee Relations
• Advise and assist
• Provide information regarding policy matters.
• Maintain Event Calendar
• Annual Meeting/Retreat
• Act as main point of contact
• Develop and oversee all promotional materials
• Secure Venue and dates
• Execute contract negotiations with hotels, IT, catering, etc.
• Oversee pre-registration
• Coordinate speakers
• Claims Handling Responsibilities
• Assists members in identifying, assessing, and managing risks and potential professional liability claims.
• Reviews and evaluates new claims to determine coverage applicability under policy terms and conditions.
• Communicates with members regarding claims matters, including explaining policy coverage, benefits, rights, and the litigation process.
• Retains, directs, and partners with defense counsel to oversee case strategy, performance, and cost containment.
• Evaluates and documents liability, damages, exposure, reserves, and claim strategy to support effective claim management and resolution.
• May perform other functions as assigned

Qualifications

• Must have an active license to practice dentistry in the state of Colorado
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the practice of dentistry
• Extensive background in the administration of dental malpractice claims
• Familiar with the legal process and litigation management techniques
• Familiar with self-insured major medical insurance
• Ability to motivate and empower
• Thorough and objective understanding of general dentistry with willingness to listen, mentor and empathize
• Understanding of the unique culture of all phases of the dental practice and the dental practitioner
• Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communicationStrategic and creative thinker with ability to take larger strategy and insights and translate them into ideas and executable plans
• Ability to lead multiple projects, set priorities and manage multiple deadlines

Additional Company Details

The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees which for this role include:

• Base Salary Range: $84 – $86

Berkley is committed to offering comprehensive and competitive employee health benefits that help our employees stay healthy, feel secure and maintain a work/life balance. We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement. We support our employees in planning for their current and future security by offering Short & Long Term Disability, 401(k)/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment/Travel and Additional Life Insurance. We want our employees to live productive and fulfilling lives. We promote work-life balance and personal wellness by providing an Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick/Holidays) and encouraging employees to participate in our groups wellness program. We take risk management excellence and your professional growth and ongoing development seriously by offering industry-related education and exams along with industry-related tuition assistance.

We will be accepting applications through August 7, 2026.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms.

Additional Requirements

Travel: Occasional

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role