Insurance Coordinator I

UF ECE Ambassadors; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator I to manage risk, insurance programs, and claims processes across campus.

The role includes coordinating with Emergency Management, handling COI requests, and supporting business continuity. Strong knowledge of insurance, risk assessment, and customer service is required.

Qualifications

• Master's or bachelor's degree with relevant experience.
• Knowledge of insurance fundamentals and risk management.
• Experience with policy management, claims evaluation and disaster coordination.

Responsibilities

• Manage UF Policy Management Program with Florida DRM insurance.
• Prepare premium billing statements and UF statements.
• Train departments on insurance coverages and risk topics.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Access

Outlook

Grants Portal

SharePoint

PeopleSoft

Risk management software

Independent work

Customer service

Effective communication

Planning and organizing

Education

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization

Tools

All Lines Agency License

Job description

Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator I

Minimum Requirements

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience.

Policy & Insurance Program Administration

Manage all aspects of the UF Policy Management Program with Florida Department of Risk Management (DRM) insurance. Prepare accurate premium billing statements and internal UF statements. Training University-wide departments on available insurance coverages, risk, and liability topics. Assist departments in securing insurance coverage outside of Florida DRM when requested. Help manage the Property Assessment (Statement of Values) program.

Claims Evaluation & Investigation

Promptly evaluate and investigate liability and property damage incidents. Collect and review necessary documents and forms from claimants and employees to ensure comprehensive assessment and resolution. Assist with any mediation or litigation processes as needed.

Disaster Claims Coordination

Serve as a point of contact for coordinating with Emergency Management and other departments on public assistance grant preparation and disaster claims with FEMA and the State of Florida.

Certificate of Coverage (COI) & Event Risk

Ensure compliance with UF event insurance requirements of UF departments and other parties holding events on campus. Manage COI requests and training university partners on managing event risk.

Field Risk Management Duties

Operate UF/state vehicles to satellite locations to perform risk management responsibilities.

Business Continuity & Other Duties

Valid Florida driver license; and 4-40 Customer Service Representative License or the ability to obtain license within first 6 months of employment.

Normal Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
• 40 hours per week
• Travel to and from offices around campus
• Occasional travel to offsite meetings

Expected Salary

$50,000 to $58,000 per year, Commensurate with Education & Experience

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience.

Preferred

• Master's degree in Risk Management or similar field
• 4-40 Customer Service Representative and/or
• 2-20 All Lines Agency License
• FEMA Public Assistance experience
• Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation

Experience

• Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience preferred

Knowledge

• Knowledgeable of insurance fundamentals, including risk assessment and policy structures for various commercial lines (e.g., property, liability and Inland Marine).
• Knowledge of the State of Florida Fund and DRM insurance policies

Skills

• Computer skills in Microsoft (MS) Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, Outlook
• Origami
• Grants Portal
• Florida PA
• People Soft
• SharePoint
• Other risk management software.
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to provide professional customer service
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing)
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments
• Ability to fully, logically, and concisely explain insurance related issues.

Qualifications

• None Noted