Risk Manager - Search Firm

The California State University; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 8,700 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition fee waiver

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Wellness programs

Job summary

California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) seeks an experienced Risk Manager to develop, implement, and interpret policies and programs that mitigate risk and liability across university activities.

The role manages tort liability, insurance programs, and legal holds, coordinating with IT and University Counsel. Strong communication with diverse stakeholders is essential for protecting the university’s interests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of risk management experience including claims management.
• Preferred ARM or CRM designation.
• Risk management experience in the public sector.

Responsibilities

• Risk identification, assessment and minimization; interpret laws and policies to develop risk management programs.
• Manage campus tort liability and commercial insurance programs and claims processing.
• Draft legal holds and coordinate with IT and University Counsel for litigation readiness.
• Represent the University in small claims and restitution proceedings.

Skills

Risk management

Communication

Policy interpretation

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

ARM designation

CRM designation

Job description

Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives.

As a member of the CSULB community, you’ll experience a dynamic environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.

Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California has to offer.

Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career opportunities that advance student success and strengthen California’s future—offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to develop, implement, interpret and manage policies, procedures and programs designed to mitigate risk and potential liability associated with university activities and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Risk identification, assessment and minimization - Serves as the primary contact for the campus community and general public for campus-related risk management issues. Analyzes issues and makes decisions/recommendations to address identified risks. Interprets various laws, regulations and policies to develop risk management policies, programs, and procedures. for the University. Performs risk assessments of various campus and auxiliary organization activities to ensure that liability issues are addressed; that the campus complies with executive orders and other governing regulatory requirements and makes recommendations regarding the activity to minimize risk to the University.
• Tort liability and insurance program management - Responsible for the management of the campus tort liability and commercial insurance programs. This will include all fiscal responsibility related to Risk Management. Commercial insurance programs include but are not limited to; property insurance, inland marine, student professional liability insurance, foreign travel liability insurance, vehicle insurance, special event insurance and student travel accident insurance. Each of these commercial insurance programs requires a different set of procedures and processes to obtain coverage and manage claims. Manages all claims, except workers’ compensation, by providing information to claimants on processes, coverage limits and exclusions.
• Legal Holds - Responsible for drafting legal hold notice advising campus individuals that they may be called to provide information and preserve all documents that may be called upon for any lawsuits against the CSU. Coordinates electronic legal hold requests with Information Technology. Represents the University during small claims and restitution legal proceedings. The Risk Manager coordinates this effort with the University Counsel or other members of the Chancellor's Office General Counsel team.

Department

Duration of Appointment

This is a regular, at-will position.

Classification

Administrator II

Compensation

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.

• Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $8,742 - $11,667 per month commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.

At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects our commitment to your overall well-being.

To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on appointment type, classification, and applicable collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:

• Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
• Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.

The ideal candidate is an effective communicator who can clearly convey complex risk management, insurance, and regulatory information to diverse audiences. They are skilled at analyzing facts, assessing risk, and partnering with campus leaders, legal counsel, and other stakeholders to develop sound strategies that protect and advance the University's interests.

Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree required.

Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible risk management experience including claims management experience required.

Preferred:

Associate in Risk Management (ARM) – National Professional Designation or Designation as a Certified Risk Manager (CRM).

Risk Management experience in the public sector.

Licenses / Certificates

Employees who are required to operate motorized vehicles and/or use their personal vehicle more than once a month on university business are required to take a mandatory Defensive Driving course and enroll in the DMV Employee Pull Notice (EPN) Program.

Physical Summary

Light work - Job involves some lifting of medium weight objects (10-20 pounds) and/or 10% - 20% of the job involves standing or walking.

Additional Information

CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter.

Equal Employment Statement

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based