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Departmental Overview
The Office of Risk Services implements Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) strategies to identify, assess, quantify, and evaluate casualty and operational risk exposures across the campus. The goal is to reduce liability exposures, reputational damage, and operational disruptions while supporting the University's mission and financial stability.
Job Summary
Under the guidance of the Campus Risk Manager, the ERM Analyst 3 will perform a broad range of tasks in connection with the review of insurance, indemnification and limitation of liability provisions in complex contractual agreements for compliance with Regents Standing Orders. The ERM Analyst 3 will provide Litigation Coordination support including the collection and production of evidence in litigation matters, and advise on the appropriate response to a range of complex operational risks (physical, financial, legal, reputational) risks.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: April 20, 2026
Responsibilities
Claims Management & Insurance Program Administration

• Manage claims reporting and administration for general liability, property, automobile, and cyber liability claims.
• Coordinate with campus departments, UCOP Risk Services, third-party claims administrators, and UC attorneys to ensure claims and lawsuits are handled appropriately.
• Enter and maintain claims records in the campus claims management system (currently iVos).
• Liaise with third-party claims examiners (currently Sedgwick CMS) to obtain documentation, estimates, and facilitate site inspections to verify losses.
• Determine eligibility for reimbursement under campus automobile, property, and general liability self-insurance programs.
• Review third-party administrator recommendations and Statements of Loss for accuracy and completeness.
• Assess deductibles, identify subrogation opportunities, and recommend cost allocation strategies to improve claims program effectiveness.
• Implement and monitor claims payment controls and risk management program procedures.

Contract Review & Risk Transfer

• Conduct redline contract review edits to the insurance, indemnification, and limitation of liability provisions in contractual agreements to ensure compliance with Regents Standing Orders and institutional risk management requirements across a broad range of agreement types including intellectual property agreements, licensing agreements, construction and real estate agreements, services contracts, data security clauses, right-of-entry agreements, business agreements, sponsored projects, and training agreements.Serve as a resource to staff, faculty, and departments regarding contractual risk transfer and insurance requirements.
• Interact with campus stakeholders and external partners regarding contract-related risk issues, including matters involving sensitive or confidential information.

Litigation Coordination & Legal Support

• Coordinate with the Core Defense Coordination Team including the Office of General Counsel, campus counsel, UCOP Risk Services, third-party administrators, and campus departments regarding lawsuits involving the campus.
• Conduct research into loss history of litigated claims.
• Support document collection and production activities on behalf of outside legal counsel.
• Issue litigation hold notices in consultation with campus counsel.
• Manage electronically stored information (ESI) and support legal teams through the e-discovery process.
• Assist legal teams throughout discovery phases including identification, preservation, collection, review, and production of information and documents.

Risk Advisory, Assessment & Loss Prevention

• Provide guidance to campus stakeholders on operational risks including physical, financial, legal, and reputational exposures.
• Conduct risk assessments and control gap analyses for campus programs, operations, and special events.
• Interpret applicable state, federal, and local laws and policies and communicate risk implications to campus departments.
• Analyze loss trends and identify opportunities to reduce risk exposure and insurance costs.
• Participate in appraisal and adjustment proceedings when appropriate.
• Provide insurance consultations for campus and student events.

Risk Training, Insurance Procurement & Program Support

• Develop and deliver risk management and loss prevention training for campus departments through in-person and online formats.
• Support the development of risk education materials and presentations.
• Participate in campus committees and initiatives related to safety and risk awareness, including Special Events Committee meetings, the Systemwide Driver Safety workgroup, and student outreach initiatives such as the F8 program.
• Facilitate Know Before You Go international travel safety briefings.
• Review and analyze Be Smart About Safety proposals and support event enrollment and waiver processes.
• Support underwriting data collection and insurance renewal processes.
• Prepare broker or underwriter bid specifications, assist in evaluating bids, and support insurance procurement activities.
• Provide administrative and operational support including managing the Risk Services phone line and inbox, preparing reports and records, scheduling meetings, maintaining documentation, and assisting with data analysis including budget-related information.

Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of risk management, insurance, forecasting, or analytical methods.
• Ability to quickly learn organization-specific systems, policies, and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate complex risk findings and recommendations verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain high standards of integrity and confidentiality.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with contract review, redline editing, and negotiation.
• Risk Management Professional certification.

Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $82,800.00 to $100,000.00.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
Misconduct Disclosure
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
Misconduct means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.