Risk Management Specialist

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation/Sick/Holiday pay

Insurance options

Retirement plans

Other benefits

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for the Risk Management Specialist to lead risk identification, communication, measurement, and management across university operations and stakeholders.

You will design programs unique to UNL, review contracts and certifications, and coordinate with General Counsel on claims. Strong communication, decision-making, and knowledge of risk management are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent education/experience in Finance, Business, risk management, insurance, legal, or related field.
• Three years of related experience in employment benefits administration, human resources administration, risk management administration or equivalent experiences.
• Detailed understanding or a working knowledge of the day-to-day administration of a comprehensive benefits program or risk management is essential.
• Must have strong decision-making skills and the ability to work with a diverse external and internal client base.
• Knowledge of risk management principles and concepts.
• Applicants should have excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirement.

Responsibilities

• Lead identification, communication, measurement and management of potential risks that may impact UNL's operations, reputation, and stakeholders.
• Design and implement programs unique to UNL in areas of Risk Management.
• Investigate, negotiate and settle claims in conjunction with General Counsel.
• Review and approve on- and off-campus student events for waivers and insurance.
• Review workers compensation claims and unemployment program with personnel.
• Review contracts and certificates of insurance from vendors doing business with UNL.

Skills

Decision-making

Interpersonal communication

Risk management knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Working Title

Risk Management Specialist

Department

Human Resources-0821

Description Of Work

Ranked as one of the best employers in Nebraska, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. We invest in our staff by offering fantastic benefits like vacation, sick, and holiday pay, a variety of insurance options, retirement plans, and numerous others.

Benefits

• vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• a variety of insurance options
• retirement plans
• numerous others

By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska's economy each year.

As the Risk Management Specialist, you will be responsible for leading the identification, communication, measurement and management of potential risks that may impact the institution’s operations, reputation, and stakeholders. This position will design and implement programs that are unique to UNL in areas of Risk Management. This position also includes:

• Investigation, negotiation and settlement of claims in conjunction with General Counsel for the University of Nebraska.
• Review and approval of on and off campus student events for waivers and insurance.
• Working in conjunction with personnel to review workers compensation claims and the unemployment program.
• Review contracts and certificates of insurance from vendors doing business with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

This role offers a unique blend of challenge and opportunity, providing the chance to make a meaningful impact in the UNL community.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See Notice of Nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent education/experience in Finance, Business, risk management, insurance, legal, or related field.
• Three years of related experience in employment benefits administration, human resources administration, risk management administration or equivalent experiences.
• Detailed understanding or a working knowledge of the day-to-day administration of a comprehensive benefits program or risk management is essential.
• Must have strong decision-making skills and the ability to work with a diverse external and internal client base.
• Knowledge of risk management principles and concepts.
• Applicants should have excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification such as Associate in Risk Management or other relevant designation are preferred.
• Supervisory/leadership experience helpful.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office software programs.
• Knowledge of worker compensation insurance, risk transfer and prevention preferred.

Posted Salary

$65,000/yr. minimum