Risk Manager

1 month ago

Lakeland, United States SEU Full time
JOB SUMMARY

The Risk Manager administers property, liability, and other risk management programs, working with insurance brokers and carriers. Responsibilities include writing insurance specifications, negotiating with brokers, managing relationships, and approving billings. The role also involves reviewing policies, handling claims, developing risk identification and control programs, evaluating financial impacts of risks, preparing annual reports and chairing the University Safety Committee. The Risk Manager will work closely with the Executive Director of Auxiliary Services and with the Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Executive Director of Auxiliary Services

Supervisory Responsibility: Risk Management Assistant, Student Worker(s)

Indirect Supervisory Responsibility: N/A

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but is not limited to the following:

Basic Function:

  • Administer the property, liability, and other risk management programs.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management program collaborating withinsurance brokers and carriers.
  • Write specifications for insurance quotations and negotiate with brokers to purchase adequate coverage.
  • Select and manage broker relationships for Risk Management Program members, negotiate insurance policies and programs and approve premium billings.
  • Review insurance policies for completeness of coverage and technical language.
  • Review all claims against member institutions, initiate appropriate investigations, andrecommend actions for resolution.
  • Develop and oversee a risk identification and control program aimed at minimizing risks to faculty, staff, students, and visitors.
  • Evaluate the financial impact of various risks and recommend efficient methods for risk treatment
  • Maintain a central file for risk management and insurance matters.
  • Stay updated on legal, regulatory, and competitive environments affecting the insurance industry.
  • Assess and recommend organizational self-insurance.
  • Prepare and deliver an annual report on risk management activities, accomplishments, and financial impact.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, including contracting for risk management services.
EDUCATION

Required Education:

Bachelor's in Business, Risk Management, Finance, Insurance, HR, or any related field

Preferred Education:

MA or MS in Business, Risk Management, Finance, Insurance, HR, or any related field

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Preferred

Associate in Risk Management (ARM), Certified Risk Manager (CRM)

EXPERIENCE

Preferred:

Five years or more of related work

LOCATION

Lakeland Main Campus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required:
  • Risk assessment and evaluation
  • Conducting routine audits
  • Managing databases for claims, drivers, property, and vehicles
  • Managing the certificate of insurance process
  • Preparing technical reports
  • Problem-solving and research
  • Data analysis and report development
  • Customer service
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Professionalism and confidentiality
  • Multi-tasking and project management
  • Using Microsoft Office Suite
  • Teamwork and integrity
Preferred:
  • Developing and implementing risk management training
  • Building risk awareness and providing support
  • Communicating program expectations and goals to stakeholders
  • Improving system performance by recommending changes
  • Solving service problems and ensuring resolution
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Developing logical conclusions from data
  • Knowledge of risk management policies and best practices
WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment.
  • This position is considered Essential for the purposes of Emergency Response.
Physical Requirements:
  • Sitting: Frequent sitting at a desk or workstation for extended periods.
  • Computer Use: Constant use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse for data entry and report preparation.
  • Communication: Frequent verbal and written communication with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Walking: Regularly walking across campus or between buildings.
  • Standing: Occasional standing during meetings or presentations.
  • Lifting: Occasionally lifting and carrying light items (up to 25 lbs), such as files, documents, and small office equipment.
  • Reaching and Stooping: Occasionally reaching above shoulder height or stooping to access files and documents.
  • Vision: Constant visual attention to detail for reviewing documents, data entry, and reading printed and electronic information.
  • Hearing: Constant listening to understand and interpret verbal communication in meetings, phone calls, and other interactions.
Travel:

Yes 5%

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

TRAINING

All new hires and employees transferring into a new position will have a 90-day probationary period within which to learn the functions of the job and to be evaluated. Following the probationary period, the employee can transition to regular status, have the probationary period extended in order to receive more training, or employment can be terminated. Required compliance training is as follows:
  • Four to six months to learn the details of the position.
  • Twelve months to perform all duties with minimum supervision.
SAFETY

SEU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completingassigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating andmaintaining a safe work environment.
  • Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management.
  • Work-related injuries must be immediately reported to Security and Human Resources. When life or limb are at risk, please dial 911. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources within 24 hours of the incident.
  • Emergency Employees report for or must remain at work in emergency situations. Dismissal or closure announcements do not apply to this position, unless instructed otherwise by your direct supervisor or a member of the Leadership Team.


SCREENING

All full-time positions at SEU are deemed security-sensitive and require background checks. Employees required to drive their own personal vehicle, a rental car or an SEU vehicle in performance of their duties must pass an MVR records check and meet the requirements of the University's insurance carrier in order to meet the requirements of the position.

DISCLAIMER

SEU is an at-will employer. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

SEU is committed to providing a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. All forms of discrimination against or harassment of a person because of his or her identification within a protected category are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This prohibition applies equally to conduct by and against employees, vendors, visitors, and students.

Southeastern University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non- merit-based factors. The equal opportunity policy will apply in University programs and activities, and all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. All employees of Southeastern University, by continued employment, agree to abide by the policies contained in the Employee Handbook and in the SEU Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.

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