Insurance & Risk Management Analyst

Durham County Department of Social Services; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham County Government is seeking a Risk Management Analyst to support the enterprise risk management program, manage the County’s insurance portfolio, and assist with risk mitigation efforts under general supervision. The role reports to the Risk Manager within the Legal Department.

The position involves coordinating renewals, analyzing coverage and claims data, reviewing contracts for proper insurance requirements, and preparing management reports.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in risk management, business administration, public administration, or closely related field.
• Requires three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in risk management, insurance administration, claims management, insurance operations, contract administration, or a related analytical field.
• Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina State Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Administer the County's insurance programs, including coordinating renewals, preparing applications, collecting underwriting information, and maintaining relationships with brokers and carriers.
• Analyze insurance coverage, claims data, operational risks, and contractual exposures to identify trends and mitigation strategies.
• Review contracts, agreements, and vendor documentation to verify insurance requirements and risk transfer provisions.
• Coordinate, process, monitor, and maintain insurance claims with third-party administrators, insurers, and legal counsel.
• Review, approve, and track Certificates of Insurance (COIs) to ensure compliance with insurance requirements.
• Prepare reports and analyze claims, loss history, insurance premiums, and risk trends for management and stakeholders.

Skills

Risk management principles

Insurance administration

Claims management

Contract review

Data analytics

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in risk management, business administration, public administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Durham County Government is seeking a Risk Management Analyst to support the enterprise risk management program, manage the County’s insurance portfolio, and assist with risk mitigation efforts under general supervision. The role reports to the Risk Manager within the Legal Department.

The position involves coordinating renewals, analyzing coverage and claims data, reviewing contracts for proper insurance requirements, and preparing management reports.