Director of Risk Management

Five Colleges, Incorporated; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in higher education seeks a Director of Risk Management to lead risk strategy across multiple campuses. This pivotal role involves overseeing risk management initiatives, insurance procurement, and compliance, ensuring that each institution's unique needs are met. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in risk management and serve as a trusted adviser to diverse educational environments. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to impact the safety and compliance of several colleges while working closely with a dedicated team. If you're ready to take on a strategic leadership role in a collaborative setting, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experienced in risk management and strategic advising for educational institutions.
• Knowledgeable in insurance procurement and compliance management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee risk management strategy for multiple colleges and FCI.
• Manage insurance procurement, claims, and compliance functions.

Skills

Risk Management

Strategic Advising

Insurance Procurement

Compliance Management

Emergency Preparedness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field

Advanced knowledge in Risk Management

Job description

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Director of Risk Management at Five Colleges, Inc.

Company Description

Five Colleges, Incorporated (FCI) is the higher education consortium that supports the excellence of our member campuses — Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst — through extensive academic and administrative collaborations.

Role Description

FCI seeks a Director of Risk Management to oversee and provide strategic direction to the Five College Risk Management Office, which leads the development and implementation of strategy for risk management and mitigation for Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges (“participating colleges”) and Five Colleges, Incorporated (FCI).

The Director contributes to the enterprise risk management programs for the participating colleges and assumes management duties for the captive insurance program. Responsibilities also include insurance procurement, claims management, compliance, and emergency preparedness. The position supervises a small team and reports to the FCI Executive Director, with select reporting duties directly to the participating colleges.

This is a full-time, exempt, benefited position with Five Colleges, Incorporated. The primary work location for this in-person role is South Hadley, Massachusetts, but requires regular in-person interaction with individuals on multiple campuses in the consortium.

Qualifications

You could be a great fit for this position if you:

• Are an experienced risk management professional
• Can serve as a trusted strategic adviser and thought partner to four higher education institutions and a nonprofit organization—all with different needs and cultures
• Have advanced knowledge of the insurance ecosystem to advise on and lead the procurement, renewal, and claims management processes
• Have a broad understanding of the relevant laws and rules necessary to effectively manage compliance functions such as contract reviews, background checks, driver credentialing, and Title IX

Application Information

Before applying, review the full Director of Risk Management position description. The priority application deadline for this position has been extended to May 5, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Applications for jobs at FCI should be submitted through the Smith College job portal. NOTE: When applying, you will not be prompted to submit a cover letter. Upload both a current resume AND a cover letter before clicking the Submit button. Inquiries about this position should be directed to [e-mail].

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance and Sales

Industries

Higher Education