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Risk Manager
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH (CSULB)
Long Beach, CA, USA (On-site)
$7,955 - $9,583 per month
California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) seeks a Risk Manager to develop, implement, interpret and manage policies, procedures and programs designed to mitigate risk and potential liability associated with university activities.
About CSULB:
Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and 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.
Position Overview:
The Risk Manager serves as the primary contact for the campus community and public for campus-related risk management issues. This role analyzes issues, makes decisions/recommendations to address identified risks, and interprets laws, regulations and policies to develop risk management strategies for the university.
Key Responsibilities:
Risk Identification & Minimization:
• Serve as primary contact for campus-related risk management issues
• Analyze issues and make decisions/recommendations to address identified risks
• Interpret various laws, regulations and policies to develop risk management policies, programs, procedures
Tort Liability & Insurance Program Management:
• Manage campus tort liability and commercial insurance programs
• Oversee all fiscal responsibilities related to Risk Management
• Manage commercial insurance programs including property insurance, inland marine, student professional liability, foreign travel liability, vehicle insurance, special event insurance, and student travel accident insurance
• Develop and implement procedures and processes for each insurance program to obtain coverage and manage claims
Legal Holds:
• Draft legal hold notices advising campus individuals to preserve documents for lawsuits against CSU
• Coordinate electronic legal hold requests with Information Technology
• Represent the University during small claims and restitution legal proceedings
• Coordinate with University Counsel or Chancellor's Office General Counsel team
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum 5 years progressively responsible risk management experience including claims management required
• Valid CA driver's license
• Strong oral and written communication skills to convey detailed information to diverse audiences
• Ability to objectively analyze facts and develop effective risk management strategies
• Ability to communicate with ethnically and culturally diverse campus community
• Ability to contribute to a positive university experience and vision of excellence
Preferred:
• Associate in Risk Management (ARM) or Certified Risk Manager (CRM) designation
• Risk Management experience in public sector
Salary: $7,955 - $9,583 per month (commensurate with education, experience, skills, training)
Classification: Administrator II
Status: Regular, at-will position
Schedule: Full-time
Location: Long Beach, CA (CSULB main campus)
Application Deadline: January 23, 2026
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online at: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/lb/en-us/job/554327/risk-manager
Job no: 554327
Application Deadline: January 23, 2026 (11:55 PM PST)
Click "Apply Now" to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application. Please fill out the application completely including all relevant education and experience.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act.
Conflict of Interest: 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.
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (H-1B Visas). As part of the CSU system, CSULB requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.
CSULB is an equal opportunity employer providing equal employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status.
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