University Risk Manager - University of Idaho
About The Position
Another Source is proud to partner with the University of Idaho in the search for a University Risk Manager. This is an opportunity to play a key role in strengthening and modernizing risk management at Idaho's flagship land-grant research university. The University Risk Manager serves as the institution's lead risk management professional, overseeing enterprise-wide risk assessment, insurance programs, claims management, loss prevention efforts, and risk mitigation strategies. This role partners with stakeholders across the institution to identify exposures, evaluate risk, and implement solutions that align with the university's goals and risk tolerance. Beyond traditional insurance and claims functions, the University Risk Manager will serve as a strategic advisor, helping the institution thoughtfully balance risk, innovation, and mission advancement. This is an excellent opportunity for a risk management professional who enjoys balancing strategic planning with hands-on program leadership. The successful candidate will influence policy, guide decision-making, oversee critical insurance and claims processes, and help strengthen a culture of risk awareness across a complex university environment. The position also provides leadership for the Risk Management Office and direct supervision of the Risk Analyst.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling seven years.
- Experience with risk management practices, insurance administration, or related programs.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate and present complex information.
- Excellent organizational, project management, and time management abilities.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders across a complex organization.
- Commitment to confidentiality, sound judgment, and professional integrity.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree in business, public administration, law, or a related field.
- Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation or similar professional certification.
- Experience with claims management, loss prevention, underwriting, or insurance consulting.
- Knowledge of enterprise risk management principles and practices.
- Experience with insurance placements, renewals, and risk transfer strategies.
- Familiarity with workers' compensation programs and claims administration.
- Experience supporting protection of minors programs.
- Working knowledge of emergency management practices.
- Higher education experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead university-wide risk management initiatives and strategies.
- Identify, analyze, and evaluate property, casualty, and operational risk exposures.
- Implement enterprise risk management methodologies and risk treatment strategies.
- Review cost of risk, loss trends, and risk allocation considerations to support informed decision-making.
- Serve as a key advisor on risk and insurance matters across the institution.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with university departments, external partners, insurers, and third-party administrators.
- Oversee all insurance placement, renewal, and coverage processes.
- Manage claims activities, including property, liability, auto, workers' compensation, and youth program-related claims.
- Lead claim reporting, investigation coordination, and issue resolution efforts.
- Develop annual insurance renewal strategies and oversee policy procurement.
- Direct risk transaction processes, including certificates of insurance and related documentation.
- Manage waiver requests and provide guidance to campus stakeholders regarding coverage and risk transfer requirements.
- Provide risk management outreach, education, and consultation services across the university community.
- Oversee the Protection of Minors program, including policy implementation and program support.
- Provide oversight of the university's self-insured workers' compensation program and third-party administrator relationships.
- Consult on contractual risk, insurance requirements, and risk transfer provisions.
- Support high-risk programs, student organizations, colleges, and administrative units with risk planning and mitigation strategies.
- Manage driver behavior concerns and develop corrective action and reinstatement plans when necessary.
- Provide administrative oversight for university risk management programs and services.
- Supervise and develop Risk Management staff.
- Manage risk management and insurance-related budgets.
- Foster continuous improvement and professional development within the team.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being, professional development, and long-term financial security.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
