Risk Management Specialist

University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL); Nebraska; Sur place; USD 59 000 - 72 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a Risk Management Specialist in Lincoln, NE. You will lead identification, measurement, and management of risks affecting operations, reputation, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities include negotiating settlements with General Counsel and reviewing insurance for events and vendors. You will collaborate with staff to review workers' compensation claims, unemployment programs, and contracts, certificates of insurance, ensuring compliance and

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.
• Strong decision-making skills and the ability to work with a diverse external and internal client base.
• Knowledge of risk management principles and concepts.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirement.

Responsabilités

• Lead the identification, communication, measurement and management of potential risks that may impact the institution’s operations, reputation, and stakeholders.
• Design and implement programs unique to UNL in areas of Risk Management.
• Investigation, negotiation and settlement of claims in conjunction with General Counsel.
• Review contracts and certificates of insurance from vendors doing business with the University of Nebraska – Lincoln.

Connaissances

Decision-making

Interpersonal communication

Driver's license

Formation

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance/Business/Risk management/Legal or related field

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

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Position Information

Position Information

EEO Statement

Working Title

Department

Department Human Resources-0821

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_260728

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 11/02/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 11/16/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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 foster 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. 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.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes

Physical Required

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Posted Salary $65,000/yr. minimum

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Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

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