Description: The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) invites applications and nominations for the position
of Director of Insurance and Loss Management. This is a renewable, full-time, non-tenured,
administrative position and reports to the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Internal Audit and Risk
Management. The position will be located in Reno, Nevada. The NSHE is comprised of eight
institutions: Two universities, a state college, four community colleges, and a research institute.
The public system of higher education in Nevada continues to experience growth, with significant
challenges and opportunities in serving 100,000 students and 12,000 employees.While the
primary responsibility for risk management functions are maintained at the institutional level, the
System, through the Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administration and Director of Insurance and Loss
Management, is responsible for ensuring adherence by the institutions to national standards for risk
management programs. The Director of Insurance and Loss Management is responsible for the
coordination of the risk and insurance programs of the NSHE. The responsibilities of the position
are performed with considerable independence and involve ongoing contact with senior and middle
management on the campuses, general counsel, and professional, technical and service organizations
in the risk management and insurance field.SALARY: Minimum starting salary
$81,232Please note that all professional employees are subject to twelve mandatory unpaid leave
days in FY 2011.APPROXIMATE STARTING DATE: February 15, 2010MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate must have an earned bachelor's degree in Business, Risk Management or a
related field from an accredited institution. A minimum of seven years progressive experience
directly applicable to the position is required. Associate in Risk Management (ARM) or Chartered
Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) is preferred.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Successful candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities. It is recommended
that applicants for this position address each of the following items in the letter of
application:Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of insurance coverages, industry practices and
loss management techniques such as loss avoidance, contractual risk transfer and loss reduction
techniques.Skills: Word processing, spreadsheet and database skills. Working knowledge of
actuarial techniques, statistics and mathematics. Excellent written and oral communication skills
required.Abilities: Ability to analyze complex contractual and insurance documents. Must
have the ability to analyze numerical, actuarial and statistical exhibits and draw appropriate
conclusions. Must also have the ability to exercise leadership within a complex and diverse college
and university system.RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties of this position will include, but not
be limited to, the following areas of responsibility within Insurance and Loss Management:*
Insurance and Loss Management - Perform insurance negotiations, conduct RFPs for coverage,
coordinate insurance programs.* Claims Management - Process and investigate claims, manage
contracts with third party administrators, coordinate claims and settlements, analyze exposures to
loss, respond to inquiries regarding policies and coverage to institution staff.* Coordinate
and communicate with institution staff in providing comprehensive risk management services including
risk analysis, claims management administration, loss control and safety programs.*
Development and implementation of a Risk Management Information SystemTO APPLY: The
application process will be handled through the HR Search on-line search process. Application
materials must include a current resume, detailed cover letter, and the names, addresses, and
telephone numbers of four professional references willing to be contacted. Applicants should fully
describe qualifications and experience, since the initial review will serve to evaluate applicants
based on documented, relevant qualifications and professional work experience. The review of
materials will begin immediately. Materials should be addressed to Lori Mandracchio, Search
Coordinator, and are to be submitted via the on-line application at
http: / / system.nevada.edu / Careers / index.htm. For assistance with NSHE's on-line applicant portal,
contact Lori Mandracchio at -Register to view- or -Register to view- deadline
for submission is Tuesday, December 1, 2009For more information about the Nevada System of
Higher Education, please visit our website at www.nevada.edu. The Nevada System of Higher Education
hires only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.
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