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Risk Management Specialist |
5510 |
| Under direction, performs risk
management work in implementing appropriate casualty and
property insurance coverages for MCPS. The work of the
class involves assessing the adequacy of the school's
casualty and property insurance coverage and recommending
steps to ensure appropriate risk protection, and processing
claims. The worker participates in investigating claims,
prepares and submits claims and follows through with insurers,
claimants, attorneys and others to process claims. The
position also prepares bid specifications for insurance
coverages and participates in evaluating proposals. |
| Considerable knowledge of laws and
regulations covering casualty and property insurance;
thorough knowledge of the limits of liability of Maryland
school districts and insurance policies available; working
knowledge of the operation of MOPS self-insurance fund.
Ability to write insurance specifications and process
insurance claims; ability to work effectively with teachers,
other employees, insurance adjusters, and parents; ability
to interpret federal and state retirement legislation.
Excellent oral and written communications and human relations
skills. |
| Graduation from a college or university
of recognized standing with a bachelor's degree in business
administration or related field and experience in work
involving the drafting or interpretation of insurance
policies and/or specifications. Other combinations of
applicable education, training, and experience which provide
the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform
effectively in the position may be considered. Law degree
or master's degree in business administration highly desirable. |
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(Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and
frequent climbing.) None |
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(Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) None |
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Processes casualty and property damage claims: completes
claim reports; explains insurance and claim procedures
to claimants; investigates claims. Confers with claimants
and attorneys and negotiates settlements. Follows through
on claim actions with insurers and other offices involved.
Coordinates insurance coverages for facilities with
appropriate staff. Assesses adequacy of insurance coverage
and recommends changes to insurance to ensure appropriate
risk protection. Prepares specifications and develops
procedures for a variety of insurance coverage such
as scholastic and football accidents, motor vehicle
fleet, workmen's compensation, safety and loss, fire,
medical, and others. Makes periodic and special reports
for the Board of Education and state and federal agencies
as required. Performs related work as required. |
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