Director of Contracts and Insurance Risk Management
Director of Contracts and Insurance Risk Management
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The Director of Contracts and Insurance Risk Management will play a key role in safeguarding KCUs interests while fostering innovation and operational excellence. The Director will oversee the administration review and management of contracts as well as the administration and procurement of KCUs insurance programs. This role will coordinate all aspects of the insurance program and contracts processes ensuring compliance efficiency attention to detail and alignment with institutional goals. The individual will provide substantive expertise and input on complex contractual and insurance matters serving as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders.The ideal candidate will be an innovative problem solver with a customer service mindset capable of navigating complex challenges with a high degree of business and technology acumen. They will proactively identify opportunities to streamline processes mitigate risks and enhance operational effectiveness. This role requires exceptional analytical skills attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments to support KCUs mission and strategic objectives. This position reports to the Vice President of Legal Affairs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee the full lifecycle of contracts including drafting reviewing negotiating and ensuring compliance with laws and policies
- Manage the universitys insurance program including procurement renewals claims administration and ensuring adequate coverage for institutional risks
- Serve as the universitys primary liaison with insurance brokers and carriers on insurancerelated matters in coordination with the General Counsel
- Develop implement and refine procedures workflows templates reporting and best practices for contracts and insurance administration
- Provide expert guidance to departments on contractual and insurance issues ensuring alignment with institutional priorities
- Refine technology solutions to improve efficiency in contracts and insurance management
- Monitor and analyze emerging risks regulatory changes and industry trends to ensure the university remains proactive in contracting and insurance coverage
- Lead negotiations with third party service providers (brokers underwriters) to ensure the most cost effective risk management solutions for the University
QUALIFICATIONS
- Masters Degree or higher in business law risk management or a related field preferred; bachelors degree required; professional certifications (e.g. CPCU ARM) preferred
- At least 5 years of experience in contract review contracts administration insurance program management and/or risk management preferably in higher education or health care related fields
- Strong knowledge of contract law insurance principles and risk management practices
- Exceptionally talented in building and strengthening relationships among and between a variety of constituents both internally and externally
SKILLS
- True selfstarter who will show curiosity tenacity innovation and creativity in position with an ability to work independently with little supervision with a strong customer service approach
- Exceptional problemsolving skills with the ability to work effectively with ambiguity in a deadlinedriven environment
- Excellent communication writing negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Possess a combination of strong critical thinking and analytical skills with a approachable demeanor and excellent work ethic; demonstrate a solutionoriented approach and willingness to take on varied responsibilities from time to time
- High level of business and technology acumen with experience implementing process improvements leveraging technology and employing innovative approaches to further the strategic interests of the business and make operations more effective and efficient
Equal Opportunity Employer
KCU is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination on the basis of race color religion sex age national origin genetic information (GINA) physical or mental disability pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity marital status familial status ancestry military and/or veteran status and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal state or local law.
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