Risk Manager

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At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Responsible for enterprise and operational risk management and the administration of the College's insurance needs. This will include supporting the renewals and extensions of existing lines of insurance and updating insurance policies as needed. Cultivates and maintains strong working relationships and partnerships with the general counsel’s office, human resources, and other College partners and stakeholders. Works directly with the College’s Safety Manager to Coordinate safety program development, training, inspections, and evaluations.

What a day of a Risk Manager looks like:

• Identifies risks to the College and its physical and human assets and undertakes measures to minimize the probability of their occurrence and their attendant impacts.

• Develops policy recommendations for consideration and adoption. Develops and maintains manuals regarding policies.

• Oversees the College’s loss control programs for property and casualty to ensure that best practices are identified and implemented.

• Reviews proposed College activities for preparation of waivers and releases of liability. Develops releases and waivers for various College activities, as necessary.

• Ensures timely payments for insurance premiums and invoices. Coordinates claims activity with appropriate internal college stakeholders and external insurance providers and partners.

• Reviews insurance coverage to ensure procurement and continuation of adequate and appropriate coverage. Includes insurance relating to property, vehicles, and various other types of insurance.

• Represents the best interest of the college with respect to insurance, working closely with the Florida College System Risk Management Consortium. Negotiates policies covering liability, property, equipment, workers’ compensation, accident, and other types of insurance.

• Maintains employee, facility, and equipment records to support insurance. Files claims as required and processes liability, property, equipment, health, life, accident, and other types of insurance reports.

• Subrogates property damage claims as necessary on behalf of the College. Provides consultation and assistance regarding specific matters within area of expertise.

• Assesses accidents or injuries by conducting comprehensive investigations to ensure accurate information is obtained and documented. Identifies, develops, and conducts future safety hazard and prevention training to reduce the risk injuries or incidents. Compiles and prepares accident and incident report summaries and litigation or liability claims activity for submission to upper management.

• Performs or assists in performing safety and fire inspections. Assists with the preparation of activity and incident reports. Maintains and controls records, including database, logs, cost records, and general records.

• Acts as the college’s lead agent and liaison to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and all other related agencies as required. Assists human resources in the processing of worker’s compensation claims in the event of a workplace accident

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Four years of related experience

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office Professional or similar application

• Applicable state and federal laws, and environmental regulations that apply in a college setting

• Data analysis and risk assessment

Skilled in:                

• Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management

• Research and data analysis to arrive at valid conclusions, recommendations and plans of action

• Managing and resolving conflict in a positive manner

• Incident investigation

Ability to:

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations, and take responsibility for a high level of service

• Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• Regular physical attendance required

• Valid Florida driver’s license

• Requires travel between all campus locations

Preferred, but not a must:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Reach and grasp objects

• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• Use of video display terminal

• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills

• Communicate information orally and in writing

• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication

• Proofread and check documents for accuracy

• Operate motor vehicle

• Work a fluctuating work schedule

Wait, there is more!

• Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.

• Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.

• Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.

• Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

• Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.

• Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

READY TO APPLY? Here's your application preparation!

Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:

• Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.

• Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.

• An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.

• The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled