<p>EEO Statement:</p> <p>The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.</p> <p>Job Title Risk Management Specialist Job Grade AB21S Division Business and Finance College/Dept Human Resources and Payroll Department HR & Payroll Requisition Number 2025-00183 FTE (full-time equivalency) 100.00 Work Schedule Mon - Fri Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting? No remote/telecommute opportunity Appointment Term 12- 12/12 months Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy? No Pay Information $55,000 - $63,000 Pay Schedule Annually FLSA Designation Exempt Position Summary</p> <p>The Risk Management Specialist identifies, assesses, and makes recommendations to manage and mitigate UNO's operational risks. Handles day-to-day claims activity for UNO including workers compensation, general liability, automobile liability claims. Analyzes loss data for the purpose of identifying opportunities for improvement and prepares reports for management.</p> <p>Job Duties</p> <p>Responsibility Area: Claims Administration Duties:</p> <p>Reviews financial data and other information related to business operations.</p> <p>Gathers and compiles data related to risk from internal and external resources.</p> <p>Identifies potential risks by analyzing data, observing processes, and talking to staff.</p> <p>Drafts and delivers reports and presentations outlining findings, identifying and explaining potential risks, and recommending solutions.</p> <p>If necessary, work with university general counsel to investigate and settle claims through the State Tort Claim process and/or appear before the State Claims Board to represent UNO on these claims.</p> <p>Selects or develops and implements appropriate risk assessment models or methodologies.</p> <p>Develops and implements contingency plans to manage business interruptions, volatile market events, and other emergencies.</p> <p>Ensures and/or facilitates adequate communication concerning key risks.</p> <p>Drafts and/or evaluates risk disclosures and similar documentation.</p> <p>Field general insurance inquiries and questions.</p> <p>Create certificates of insurance upon request; processes student travel insurance requests and send invoices each month.</p> <p>Point of contact for internal and external customers regarding insurance claims with the University.</p> <p>Request checks from insurance trust via Central Administration.</p> <p>Property and liability claim processor for UNO and collection of relevant data regarding the claim, invoices, photos, incident reports, etc.</p> <p>Process insurance claims and insurance payments.</p> <p>Collect data to determine distribution of department insurance costs.</p> <p>Point of contact for miscellaneous claims through the State of Nebraska Board (tort claims, reimbursement over 60 days, etc.)</p> <p>Percentage Of Time 60 Essential Function: Yes Responsibility Area: Other Duties as Assigned Duties:</p> <p>Performs other duties as assigned.</p> <p>Percentage Of Time 10 Essential Function: Yes Responsibility Area: Worker's Compesnation Duties:</p> <p>Worker's Compensation Case Coordination.</p> <p>Responsible for analyzing and processing all aspects of Workers' Compensation case coordination and management for UNO.</p> <p>Provide accurate and timely consultation to the injured employee, faculty, staff and supervisors regarding worker's compensation.</p> <p>Compile documentation and file initial reports. Partner with Payroll to maintain timely and accurate processing of compensation.</p> <p>Initiate FMLA & benefit premium collections in conjunction with, when applicable.</p> <p>Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with the University retention guidelines.</p> <p>Facilitate employees return to work including working with the ADA coordinator on accommodations, and light duty assignments as may be appropriate.</p> <p>Provide on-going communication and training to faculty, staff and supervisors.</p> <p>Coordinate with Environmental Health & Safety and Supervisors on trends to implement proactive ways to mitigate our workers' compensation risk.</p> <p>Be proactive in implementing process improvements to increase efficiency of the worker's compensation administration at UNO.</p> <p>Assembles and disseminates Workers' Compensation information regarding university policies and procedures to educate faculty, staff and supervisors, about their benefits, leave duration and responsibilities under Workers' Compensation.</p> <p>Regularly review and monitor status reports regarding Worker's Compensation usage.</p> <p>Acts as liaison with external providers, Payroll Department, Environmental Health Services, the third party administrator and other University departments as appropriate.</p> <p>Percentage Of Time 30 Essential Function: Yes</p> <p>Required and Preferred Qualifications</p> <p>Required Education</p> <p>Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, Legal, or industry-related area or equivalent experience</p> <p>Required Experience</p> <p>Two years of related experience</p> <p>Required License/Certification Required Additional Qualifications: Preferred Education</p> <p>Tort law education</p> <p>Preferred Experience</p> <p>Tort law experience, insurance claim processing, and/or experience analyzing loss data. Knowledge of Worker's Compensation Act and Nebraska regulations. Experience using SAP.</p> <p>Preferred License/Certification Preferred Additional Qualifications:</p> <p>Intermediate Excel proficiency and accounting skills.</p> <p>Compliance Requirements</p> <p>Credit Check No Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check No Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment No Drug Screen No</p>