Associate Director, Risk and Insurance Administration-Hybrid Schedule

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Treasurer, Risk Management and Insurance, the Associate Director, Risk and Insurance Administration (AD RIA) will manage and oversee the Property and Casualty, Management Liability, Athletic Accident and various other insurance programs - totaling 20+ distinct lines of coverage - while assisting the Assistant Treasurer in evaluating and developing implementation strategies pursuant to Columbia University (CU) risk mitigation initiatives.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities :

• Leading the insurance policy renewal application process. Engages with various school / departmental stakeholders for the purpose of collecting, aggregating, and compiling exposure-based data; Manages policy renewal applications and submits completed applications and attachments / exhibits to designated insurance broker(s).
• Reviewing proposed activities, events, and initiatives via ServiceNow and direct communication methods in order to identify, analyze, and mitigate risk exposure to CU.
• Managing the collection of building exposure data used for broker placement of Property Builders Risk coverage policies.
• Conducting construction design / renovation contract reviews.
• Managing surety bonds renewals.
• Maintaining various school / department-specific insurance coverage policies / programs.
• Reconciling with Finance and Procurement to renew Purchase Orders pursuant to RM-specific vendors.

The AD RIA is also responsible for :

• Leads loss prevention and control activities in collaboration with the entire Risk Management team.
• Managing vendor / consultant relationships, including insurers, third-party administrators, independent actuary, data vendor, insurance brokers, and consultants.
• Reviewing proposed contracts, policies, and various details (domestic and international) regarding University activities to provide recommendations for appropriate insurance and indemnification language.
• Keeping current on Risk Management, insurance, and industry trends.
• Collaborates with the Assistant Treasurer in establishing and reviewing risk management policies and procedures that protect the University from exposure and losses.
• Serving as the central clearing house for requests for Certificates of Insurance from internal and external stakeholders.
• Overseeing the processing of departmental invoices.
• Developing Risk Management training materials and presenting to the University community.
• Liaising with and providing outreach to schools and departments regarding Risk Management services and functions, as well as providing insurance coverage information to faculty, staff, and students.
• Other related duties and special projects as assigned, including appropriate maintenance of the Risk Management website and content.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of 5-7 years of related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or other professional Risk Management certification preferred.
• Some supervisory / managerial experience preferred.

Other Requirements

A minimum of five (5) years of insurance and Risk Management experience in a large corporate or institutional setting is required.

Must be able to demonstrate an excellent working knowledge of property and casualty insurance, and be able to understand the strategic plan for the department and the University and translate this into a tactical approach, with proven skills in identifying opportunities for improvement.

Demonstrated facilitation and presentation skills required.

Strong computer proficiency (Word, Excel) required, including an in-depth knowledge of spreadsheet packages and experience with Risk Management Information Systems.

Demonstrated financial skills, as well as the ability to collect and analyze data and evaluate information required.

Detail-oriented with strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with a strong collaborative and customer focus.

Must have excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, including active listening skills. Must be capable of working independently, with strong organizational capabilities, and be able to prioritize among multiple projects within a complex and changing organization.

Able to work well with all levels of management and able to handle diverse customer interactions with professionalism and respect.

Must have a passion for excellent customer service and commitment to exceptional quality, and be a strong role model and coach with a flexible approach to obtaining results.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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