Risk Management Manager / International Risk Specialist at University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma

Job Description:

The Risk Manager and International Risk Specialist for the University of Oklahoma Norman campus will assist in placing new and renewing existing lines of insurance including travel insurance policy for study abroad; with a dotted line to Global Engagement, serve as a liaison between Global Engagement and Enterprise Risk Management; engage in international travel risk monitoring, assessment, and mitigation; grow and preserve University assets; coordinate claims activity with Legal Counsel and insurance providers; prepare reports on safety, international risk, insurance and loss prevention issues; manage recovery of damage expenses from insurance providers; coordinate policies, procedures and training programs in insurance and loss prevention, and other trainings to mitigate exposure both domestically and abroad; network with departments and University employees to further safety and risk management programs; act as the contact with insurance providers and brokers on risk management issues; oversee the gathering of information and completion of annual required insurance surveys for the Oklahoma Office of Management & Enterprise Services Risk Management; and other duties as necessary including possible supervision of employees.

Responsibilities:

• Ensures that risk management programs conform to established guidelines, policies, and procedures, and State law.


• Administers various campus-wide risk management programs providing recommendations for program improvement, development, and revision.


• Provides supervision to staff.


• Serves as a point of contact for insurance questions.


• Coordinate policies, procedures, and training programs in insurance and loss prevention.


• Coordinates claims activity with Legal Counsel and insurance providers.


• Oversees insurance collection from third parties for damage to university property.


• Prepare reports on safety, insurance, and loss prevention issues.


• Reviews and maintains various insurance-related contracts, agreements and payment negotiations.


• Reviews commercial insurance availability and applicability.


• Performs liability and risk management analyses.


• Aids in training of university employees in claims reporting as well as property casualty and risk management programs.


• Ensures compliance with risk management requirements for campus events and activities including appropriate documentation, including waivers, are in place and signed.


• Oversees Enterprise Risk Management’s involvement in the international travel registration system, including distribution of information to registrants, analyzing and reporting on data, and sharing travel alerts.


• Coordinates standing meetings with Education Abroad, advises on health and safety matters related to study abroad, and participates in pre-departure presentations and trainings.


• Provides international security assessments as requested, to include researching and providing benchmarking data.


• Through communication, resource development and outreach, raise awareness of resources, insurance benefits and requirements, and guidelines for faculty, staff, and students on university related international travel.


• Provides support to international students regarding the Student Health Plan.


• Performs various tasks as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education: Bachelor Degree in Risk Management or a related field, AND 

• 48 months of experience in the insurance profession, property and casualty coverage, risk management

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree for a total of 96 months experience.

 Skills:

• Ability to speak, read and write clear, concise English


• Effective public speaking skills


• Proficient in Microsoft Office


• Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information


• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines


• Able to communicate well and build rapport quickly with students, faculty and staff. Able to produce reports and complete work within deadlines


•  Able to work well with interdepartmental teams and initiatives

Advertised Physical Requirements:

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  Must be able to engage in repetitive motions, communicate, hear, move, stand and lift up to 25 lbs

  
  

Department Preferences:

• Master's Degree


• Work experience in University risk and/or education abroad department


• Experience living, studying or working abroad for an extended period

Supervision: 

• 1-3 employees as necessary

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy.  To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

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