Risk Management Senior Professional, University Of Colorado Boulder

To apply, please go to: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=31835

Who We Are:
System Administration, which also houses the Office of the President, is located in the uptown neighborhood of Denver with a few smaller offices located on the campuses. Many of our departments support the educational and research missions of the four University of Colorado campuses, but System Administration is not considered a campus. We provide diverse opportunities for professional development, innovation, and collaboration with talented staff and faculty. Learn more about CU System Administration.
The Office of University Risk Management is responsible for affirmative control and minimization of risk, promoting a strong proactive loss prevention program, and using aggressive leading edge concepts to insure the safety of students, employees and others as well as protecting the assets and income of each system campusPosition Summary:The Risk Management Senior Professional position exists to support Boulder Campus departments and units to adopt a Risk Management philosophy and Risk Management programs. The position may also provide support to the URM Systems office and the other URM campus operations.
This position's activities and functions are primarily at the Boulder Campus to assist in promoting a campus environment in which all are responsible for protecting and enhancing the reputation and assets of the University. Acting as a subject matter expert, this position will collaborate effectively with offices, departments, and employees to mitigate the university's risks through Risk Management tools and processes in support of the mission of teaching, research and public service.Where You Will Work:This position is approved for an in-person work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may be considered in the future. This position is located on the CU Boulder Campus, travel to campus is required as needed. Duties & Responsibilities:

Analysis

• Works with Facilities Management Planning, Design and Construction Project Managers and Coordinators in their efforts to acquire the appropriate insurance limits from 3rd party contractors. Reviews, verifies, and approves insurance contract language for Planning, Design and Construction (PD&C) contracts. Interprets and explains 3rd party contract insurance guidelines to PD&C as necessary.
• Assists the Director in the review and verification of insurance requirements in selected campus contracts.
• Review, analyze, and sign the Campus Event Management Form and Alcohol Authorization Form for URM as part of the campus event management approval process.
• Works in conjunction with URM Claims Adjusters to identify claim trends, analyze losses for the purpose of risk mitigation. Must attain high-level proficiency with analysis and use of the URM claims database.
• Identify and develop Risk Management topics to formally present to campus departments as part of the office training and outreach efforts.

Communication

• In consultation with the Director and/or URM systems administration office, the Risk Management Senior Professional assists Boulder Campus departments in the identification of loss producing hazards. Initiates and helps develop strategies to reduce the potential for loss.
• Works effectively with campus departments to communicate insurance, claim, and Risk Management information. Provides Boulder Campus departments consultation on Risk Management process and procedures.
• Works in conjunction with campus departments to develop and present training and information sessions

Underwriting

• With guidance from the Director and/or URM systems office, collects a variety of technical information from campus departments for the preparation and submission of underwriting data for the university's insurance program renewals, including the self-insured retention across all lines of insurance.

Customer Service

• Claim investigation as needed to analyze and potentially mitigate possible safety and loss producing hazards.
• Understands and applies the URM Property and Liability insurance policy language to determine coverage along with interpretation of the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act and self-insured retention programs.
• Respond to critical campus losses anytime during both typical working hours and off hours including nights and weekends, as necessary.

Administrative

• Produce and analyze claims system reports for the Director and campus partners to discuss and/or present to various safety professionals on campus
• Participates in assigned campus Risk Management and safety committees
• Issues Certificates of Insurance for campus departments by reviewing 3rd party contract requirements and determining appropriate coverages and limits
• Provides assistance and back up to URM Director and other URM personnel as needed
• Manages special projects and other Risk Management activities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five (5) years of professional experience, as stated above.
• Professional experience in higher education and/or Colorado public entity Risk Management.
• Professional designation of ARM, CRM, CPCU or other comparable designation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following:

• Ability to learn and understand the business and organizational structure of CU and the individual Campus operations
• Collaboration and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with others from different areas and backgrounds to reach a common goal, including the ability to facilitate interaction, communication, and teamwork between others
• Computer skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and learn and experiment with new software and systems
• Oral, written, and listening communication skills, including the ability to accurately interpret what others are saying and convey messages, information, concepts, and details accurately and clearly
• Organizational skills, including the ability to set and meet goals and deadlines, manage appointments, create schedules, coordinate and facilitate meetings, and make decisions
• Ability to handle multiple concurrent and competing tasks and responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining personal effectiveness
• Ability to work independently without supervision and with reliable professional judgment, as well as collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results
• Ability to maintain a strong work ethic, positive problem-solving attitude, and enthusiasm for the work performed
• Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with a variety of internal and external constituencies
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ages - understanding the importance of creating and maintaining an environment that fosters diversity and inclusivity
• Employee management, supervision, and team building skills, including the ability to train and coach others, communicate effectively, manage conflict, reward good behavior, and establish and maintain accountability
• Conflict management skills, including the ability to remain impartial, get disparate and adverse parties to reach consensus, and negotiate amicable resolutions in order to maintain cohesion and cooperation
• Leadership skills, including the ability to effectively manage various personalities and persuade others to take particular courses of action, including those outside your immediate sphere of influence
• Knowledge of contractual concepts, terms, and conditions
• Negotiation skills, including the ability to listen, build rapport, solve problems, make decisions, be assertive, and deal with difficult situations
• Ability to critically analyze contractual risks and consequences during fast-paced negotiations
• Ability to demonstrate and maintain ethical behavior in complicated and convoluted situations
• Creative skills, including the ability to ask questions, generate new ideas, experiment, make observations, and develop connections between disparate concepts
• Critical thinking skills, including the ability to identify problems, questions, and assumptions; establish significance; and understand logical connections between ideas in order to solve problems and produce results
• Research skills, including the ability to utilize a variety of tools to ask questions, gather information, and review, analyze, and interpret data
• Project management skills, including the ability to organize data and materials, solve problems, negotiate with others to reach a common objective, communicate information and changes, adapt to shifting priorities, manage conflict, and meet deadlines
• Customer service skills, including the ability to actively listen, address customer needs, defuse tense situations, and maintain an open, flexible, and friendly demeanor
• Ability to deliver a high level of commitment to customer service

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please attach the following as separate documents to your application by January 23, 2024 at https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=31835:

1. A cover letter identifying the job specific minimum qualifications you possess

2. A resume including any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting.

Please ensure you check the "Job Specific Attachments" box next to each document on the "Required Documents" page of the application for the appropriate documents to be attached.

Benefits: With our unparalleled range of benefits, including top-notch healthcare, comprehensive wellness programs, enriching professional development, and a dynamic work-life balance, we ensure your holistic growth and happiness.

• No-cost or low-cost medical & dental plan options, some inclusive of IVF assistance.
• Disability, Life, Vision Insurance options.
• Multiple retirement planning options including a mandatory 401(a) plan where CU contributes 10% of your gross pay, a 401k or 403b plan and a 457 deferred compensation plan.
• Pre-tax savings plans, such as Health care and Dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Embrace a healthy work-life balance with ample sick and vacation leave, along with at least 12 paid holidays. This includes a dedicated week off for winter break.
• 4 weeks of parental leave to adjust to the joys of parenthood.
• Tuition Benefit of 9 waived credits for eligible courses on any CU campus per academic year for employees, as well as options for your dependents.
• Free RTD EcoPass and Free Onsite Parking at our 1800 Grant Street Office.
• Many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Additional taxable fringe benefits may be available.

For more information on benefits programs, please review our Comprehensive Benefits Guide.

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Employment Type: Full Time