Insurance and Risk Management Specialist - Military Veterans

Position Information

Requisition Number

S4002P

Home Org Name

Risk Management

Division Name

Risk Management & Safety

Position Title

Insurance and Risk Management Specialist

Job Class Code

EE03

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Auburn University Risk Management and Safety seeks candidates for an Insurance and Risk Management Specialist position to provide direct support, assistance, and technical expertise toward the administration of Auburn University's commercial property and casualty insurance programs, self-insured programs, claims management, loss control, and loss prevention programs.

Auburn University Risk Management and Safety is committed to providing a safe education and work environment. We work closely with university personnel and other stakeholders to promote a safe and healthy environment for employees, students, and visitors while the university conducts world-class research, education, and outreach. Our staff is comprised of highly qualified technical experts, scientists, administrators, and technicians who apply their knowledge and expertise in assisting the university community to meet their goals. Risk Management and Safety is divided into four program areas: Environmental Health & Safety, Laboratory & Radiation Safety, Risk Management & Insurance, and Safety and Health Programs.

About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship, and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.

Why employees choose Auburn: Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama's best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts, and more!

Learn more about Auburn's impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn.

Essential Functions

• Development and administration of insurance marketing plans
• Technical review of insurance documents; collecting and analyzing financial information
• Recommending and processing insurance cost allocations
• Claim management and analysis
• Recording and analyzing data in the Risk Management Information System
• Negotiating policy terms, conditions and pricing with insurance brokers
• Oversight of third party claim administrators
• Identification and analysis of risk exposures
• Preparing and maintaining loss prevention and loss control programs
• Developing and presenting training programs
• Communication with University employees and outside constituents to provide information, advice and guidance on risk management and insurance-related issues and concerns;
• Assisting with contract review
• Working with insurance brokers, claimants, attorneys and others.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Degree in Risk Management & Insurance, Business, Economics, Finance, Health and Safety, or a degree in any other related field

Level I

• High School/GED plus8 years of experience OR
• Bachelor's degree plus 0 years of experience

Level II

• High School/GED plus 10 years of experience OR
• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience OR
• Master's degree plus 0 years of experience

Level III

• High School/GED plus 12 years of experience OR
• Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of experience OR
• Master's degree plus 2 years of experience

Scope of experience:Experience in the administration of a risk management program and/or in the field of insurance

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Property and casualty insurance specific knowledge plus a demonstrated knowledge or ability to learn, interpret and apply the following: technical and theoretical understanding of insurance principles and capability of exercising independent judgment in the interpretation and application of complex insurance principles; ability to read, interpret and analyze all forms of insurance policies; and knowledge and ability to apply industry standard best practices for claim administration are all essential.
• This person must also have knowledge of current state and federal codes, regulations and laws governing area of responsibility such as state workers' compensation statutes and automobile liability financial responsibility regulations.
• They must exhibit strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with others.

Minimum Technology Skills

• Proficiency with computer software applications such as Word, Excel, and Power Point and demonstrated ability to learn new software applications is essential.
• Please utilize the attachment feature of our online employment site and attach the following: cover letter, resume and professional references.
• Only complete application materials will be accepted for review.

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience working directly in the property and casualty insurance or risk management field;
• High level of property and casualty insurance specific knowledge;
• Excellent analytical skills;
• Organization/time management skills;
• Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills; self-starter;
• Ability to perform and complete work autonomously
• Experience working with financial information and ability to record, reconcile and assess financial information. The following designations are a plus: ARM (Associate in Risk Management) or CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter).

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

$43,130-$100,520

Job Category

Risk Management

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

None

Posting Date

10/04/2024

Closing Date

EEO Statement

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/49179

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.

• LinkedIn
• AcademicKeys
• The Chronicle of Higher Education
• DiversityJobs
• HigherEdJobs
• HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
• Indeed
• RecruitMilitary
• The Tuskegee News
• Professional organization or journal
• Veterans Assistance Services
• Disability Assistance Services
• State Employment Service
• Social Media
• AU Job Bulletin
• Notified by an Auburn employee
• College or university Career Services
• I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
• Other

* Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:

• Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
• Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period
• Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee
• Not an Auburn or AUM employee

* Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Risk Management & Insurance, Business, Economics, Finance, Health and Safety, or a degree in any other related field OR have 8 years of experience in the administration of a risk management program and/or in the field of insurance?

• Yes
• No