Specialist, Risk Management

About the Role

Summary Statement: The Risk Management Specialist is responsible for overseeing the administrative operation and functions of the Risk Management office and provides direct administrative support to the Risk Manager and Claims Examiner Primary Job Duties: – Includes but is not limited to: Initiates contact with employees, supervisors, TPA Adjuster, and doctor's office regarding Lost time workers' compensation claims. Establishes and maintains case files in the risk management system, logs, and indexes, reviews documentation and records. Liaison between department managers and workers compensation TPA to ensure proper communication with property workers compensation program for lost time work comp cases. Provide Administrative Support to Risk Management department including answering phones, responding to emails, working as directed on general liability claims at the direction of the risk manager. Use personal device/cellular phone for job related operational tasks, job duties, review of company documents, etc. Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the risk manager. Review and maintain the certificates of insurance in the database (spreadsheet) and approve certificates of insurance. Management of the evidence room as directed by the risk manager. Qualifications: Includes but is not limited to: Working knowledge of the principles of general liability claims. Basic medical terminology related to the cause and treatment of occupational injuries and diseases and Nevada work comp laws. Practices and procedures of claims management including investigation and evaluation as directed by the risk manager. Understanding of litigation processes in direct support of the risk manager. Communicate effectively with a variety of individuals representing diverse cultures and backgrounds and function calmly in situations which require a high degree of sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Preferred : Working