Risk Management Coordinator, Administrative Services [R0152990]

Requisition R0152990

About the role

Supervised by the Risk Manager and trained by the Risk Management and Insurance Administrator, the Risk Management Coordinator safeguards university operations and assets by administering risk programs, facilitating claims, supporting legal investigations, and advancing safety strategies.

Responsibilities

• Administer routine property, auto, liability, and workers’ compensation claims across their full life cycle from initiation to resolution. Serve as the primary point of contact for claims guidance and actively pursue subrogation recovery.
• Gather critical documentation to support tort investigations, collaborating closely with campus partners, UNLV General Counsel, the Attorney General’s Office, and the University Police Department.
• Manage the UNLV fleet insurance and movable equipment schedule to ensure appropriate coverage, maintain accuracy, and prevent excess premium charges.
• Log major campus events for risk review, generate loss runs, and collaborate on risk analysis to identify mitigation strategies, key safety improvements, and training opportunities.
• Manage credentialing verifications for the Kerkorian School of Medicine.
• Ensure operational continuity by providing coverage during team absences.
• Pursue ongoing professional development in risk management.
• Execute special projects or overflow tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in General business and/or insurance and risk management, or paralegal studies, from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.

Accepted equivalencies for degree requirement: UNLV may consider additional relevant experience in place of formal education requirements. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, applicants may qualify with four additional years of relevant experience, or with an associate's degree plus two additional years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Experience working in a higher education or public-sector environment with exposure to regulatory and institutional risk protocols is highly desired.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, Fire Life Safety, Workers Compensation, and public entity terminology and concepts.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and various risk assessment and claim management tools.
• Strong emotional intelligence, excellent time management, and the ability to balance independent work with team collaboration.
• Capacity to interpret insurance policies, deliver presentations comfortably, and actively contribute to risk awareness across the institution.
• Preferred AINS (Associate In Insurance) certificate or the ability to obtain certification within one year of hire.
• Commitment to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contributing to a respectful, positive work environment guided by UNLV’s Campus Values and Rebel spirit.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package including paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental, and vision.
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs.
• No state income tax.
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools for employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs.
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts.
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts.
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus.
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost.
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles.
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• A comprehensive onboarding program.
• Support and resources available for veteran applicants.

Pay

Salary range is $60,350 - $66,912.