Risk Manager - Search Firm
Job No: 562129
Work Type: Management (MPP)
Location: Southern California: Long Beach
Categories: Bargaining Unit: MPP, Job Search
Category/Discipline: Administrative, Appointment Type: At-Will,
Time Basis: Full Time
Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long
Beach (CSULB)!
Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an
inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California
lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus-one of the largest in the CSU
system-serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its
commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic
and research initiatives.
As a member of the CSULB community, you'll experience a dynamic
environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy,
and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.
Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal
relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches,
year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient
access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It's an ideal place
to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California
has to offer.
Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career
opportunities that advance student success and strengthen
California's future-offering competitive compensation,
comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.
Job Summary
The purpose of this position is to develop, implement, interpret
and manage policies, procedures and programs designed to mitigate
risk and potential liability associated with university activities
and initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Risk identification, assessment and minimization - Serves as the primary contact for the campus community and general public for campus-related risk management issues. Analyzes issues and makes decisions/recommendations to address identified risks. Interprets various laws, regulations and policies to develop risk management policies, programs, and procedures. for the University. Performs risk assessments of various campus and auxiliary organization activities to ensure that liability issues are…
addressed; that the campus complies with executive orders and other governing regulatory requirements and makes recommendations regarding the activity to minimize risk to the University.
Tort liability and insurance program management - Responsible
for the management of the campus tort liability and commercial
insurance programs. This will include all fiscal responsibility
related to Risk Management. Commercial insurance programs include
but are not limited to; property insurance, inland marine, student
professional liability insurance, foreign travel liability
insurance, vehicle insurance, special event insurance and student
travel accident insurance. Each of these commercial insurance
programs requires a different set of procedures and processes to
obtain coverage and manage claims. Manages all claims, except
workers' compensation, by providing information to claimants on
processes, coverage limits and exclusions.
Legal Holds - Responsible for drafting legal hold notice
advising campus individuals that they may be called to provide
information and preserve all documents that may be called upon for
any lawsuits against the CSU. Coordinates electronic legal hold
requests with Information Technology. Represents the University
during small claims and restitution legal proceedings. The Risk
Manager coordinates this effort with the University Counsel or
other members of the Chancellor's Office General Counsel team.
Department
Risk Management
Duration of Appointment
This is a regular, at-will position.
Classification
Administrator II
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and
qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal
equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.
- Hiring Range: The hiring range for this
position is $8,742 - $11,667 per month commensurate with
candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
Benefits
At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health,
growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects
our commitment to your overall well-being.
To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at
least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six
months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary
based on appointment type, classification, and applicable
collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access
to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:
- Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year
(based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid
holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
- Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental,
and vision plans.
- Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS
defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as
403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
- Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver
programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by
employee group and bargaining unit.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Confidential counseling and support services for employees and
their families.
- Additional Benefits: Wellness programs,
professional development opportunities, and insurance options
including life, disability, and pet insurance.
Candidates are encouraged to review the appropriate
CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to their
position. Additionally, the
CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help
prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits
package and how it complements base salary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The ideal candidate is an effective communicator who can clearly
convey complex risk management, insurance, and regulatory
information to diverse audiences. They are skilled at analyzing
facts, assessing risk, and partnering with campus leaders, legal
counsel, and other stakeholders to develop sound strategies that
protect and advance the University's interests.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse
campus community. Ability to follow all university policies,
procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety,
civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and
procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university
experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the
university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible risk management
experience including claims management experience required.
Preferred:
• Associate in Risk Management (ARM) - National Professional
Designation or Designation as a Certified Risk Manager (CRM).
• Risk Management experience in the public sector.
Licenses / Certificates
• Valid CA driver's license.
Employees who are required to operate motorized vehicles and/or use
their personal vehicle more than once a month on university
business are required to take a mandatory Defensive Driving course
and enroll in the DMV Employee Pull Notice (EPN) Program.
Application Procedures
How to Apply
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Physical Summary
Light work - Job involves some lifting of medium
weight objects (10-20 pounds) and/or 10% - 20% of the job involves
standing or walking.
Additional Information
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions
(i.e. H-1B Visas).
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be
completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will
make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if
the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it
is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified
information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background
check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee
who was conditionally offered the position.
Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are
subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully
completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past
12 months.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated
reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting
Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in
CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of
employment.
The duties of this position will include participation in decisions
that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent.
Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict
of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest on an annual
basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and
attend this training every other year thereafter.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB
provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful
discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color,
ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB
complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of
the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California
Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art.
I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable
state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's
Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential
treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status,
and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all
university programs, policies, and practices.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful,
professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of
harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated
appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility
and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected
of all employees.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees
with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or
requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the
application or hiring process should contact
StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system,
is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires
all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of
California.
As of January 1, 2022 the https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/"
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Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform
CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Application Closes: 04 October 2026
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