Assistant Director, Professional Liability Risk and Claims

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant Director, Professional Liability Risk and Claims

Job Category Staff & Executive - Finance/Accounting/Purchasing Department Healthcare Risk & Claims Management Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a top 100 best large employer in America, Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

University Finance and Administration (UFA) advances Rutgers' strategic priorities through the management of all central financial, administrative, and student information systems and processes. We supply the university's financial community the professional guidance, services, tools, and information needed to make the informed decisions that contribute to Rutgers' standing as an academic, health, and research powerhouse. We are deeply committed to our guiding principles and the core values that are critical for the long-term strategic growth of our division and the university. For more information, please visit https: // finance.rutgers.edu/.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Assistant Director of Professional Liability Risk and Claims in the Department of Healthcare Risk and Claims Management, reporting to the Chief Healthcare Risk Officer.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

Conducts the investigation of complex circumstances, claims and lawsuits filed against the University.

Actively manages claims and litigation files.

Engaged in high level administrative functions of the self-insurance program.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the [email protected] Application System. Additional information may be found at https: // futureofwork.rutgers.edu.

FLSA Exempt Grade 08 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 94016.000 Annual Mid Range Salary 119000.000 Annual Maximum Salary 143984.000 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to https:// uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https: // finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health- insurance.

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience claims/risk management/educational experience.

A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the investigation of Professional and General Liability claims; and/or experience with healthcare risk management.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to interact successfully with a broad spectrum of executive, academic and staff personnel.

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

Ability to lift up to 15 lbs.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 23ST0452

Posting Open Date 02/15/2023 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Newark City Newark State NJ Location Details

30 Bergen Street

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre- employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment must provide proof they have received a booster upon eligibility and upload proof of same. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: https:// uhr.rutgers.edu/non- discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

Do you have a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in claims/risk management/educational experience?

Yes

No

Do you have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the investigation of Professional and General Liability claims; and/or experience with healthcare risk management?

Yes

No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

List of Professional References (contact Info)