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About Loyola Marymount
Founded in 1911, LMU is embedded in the intellectual and cultural fabric of Los Angeles, the world's creative capital, where the arts, entertainment, technology, business, and entrepreneurship flourish and where diverse religions, races, and languages interconnect. LMU's main campus is in the heart of Silicon Beach, where innovation and media thrive and where world-changing ideas are imagined and formed. LMU generates more than $1 billion annually for the U.S. economy, with an economic impact of more than $850 million and more than 5,400 jobs concentrated in California.
LMU is a unique and rewarding place to work. As you consider your employment opportunities with our institution, we encourage you to take the time to learn about the university community and how it distinguishes us from other places of employment. We are proud of the programs, benefits and services we provide our community. We strive to ensure an inclusive environment in all aspects of campus life that fosters a strong sense of trust and mutual respect.
Mission
LMU offers rigorous undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs and by intention and philosophy, the university invites ambitious individuals, diverse in talents, interests, and cultural backgrounds, to enrich its educational community and advance its threefold mission:
• The encouragement of learning
• The education of the whole person
• The service of faith and the promotion of justice
The university takes its fundamental inspiration from the combined heritage of the Jesuits, the Marymount Sisters, and the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange, a composite religious heritage that distinguishes LMU among Catholic universities. Institutionally committed to Roman Catholicism, LMU enrolls, employs, and celebrates the contributions of persons of all faiths to its distinctive mission. Please visit Mission & Ministry to view the full mission statement.
Bring your experience in Risk Management to lead and enhance the University’s comprehensive risk management framework, integrating strategic initiatives across the institution. Leverage your expertise to drive innovation and fortify the University’s comprehensive risk management framework. Lead transformative and strategic initiatives that proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks, ensuring resilience and strategic excellence across the institution.
You will have oversight of the Office of Risk Management, ensuring robust risk mitigation strategies, regulatory compliance, and the effective implementation of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program. Collaborate with senior leadership to align risk management practices with the University's strategic objectives and fosters a proactive risk-aware culture.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership for all risk management activities, including ERM, insurance programs, and regulatory compliance, across all university locations.
• Oversee and continuously improve the University’s ERM program, identifying and addressing strategic, operational, financial, and reputational risks. Develop and implement best practices for risk assessment and mitigation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and AQMD. Stay updated on regulatory changes and implement necessary adjustments to policies and procedures.
• Lead efforts to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across the University. Develop and implement risk management policies and procedures, ensuring consistency and efficiency.
• Oversee the University’s insurance programs, including property, liability, and automobile coverage. Collaborate with the insurance consortium and manage relationships with insurance providers.
• Review and approve contracts, assist with license agreements, and oversee legal risk management. Liaise with University counsel on legal matters, providing recommendations for settlements and risk mitigation.
• Utilize and implement technology solutions (Contract Lifestyle Management system) to streamline risk management processes and enhance efficiency.
• Chair the University Enterprise Risk Management Advisory Committee (ERMAC) and actively participate in other University committees as required.
• Lead and mentor the Risk Management office staff, including professional development, performance management, and adherence to the University’s commitment to diversity and equal opportunity.
• Support the Vice President for Financial Planning & Analysis in strategic planning and decision-making processes. Provide data, reports, and recommendations on risk management issues.
• Promote a culture of service excellence, encouraging staff to continually improve administrative operations to ensure efficiency, responsiveness, and quality service delivery.
• Management and oversight of the international travel procedures for faculty, students and staff.
• Undertake special projects and assignments as directed by the Vice President for Financial Planning & Analysis.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in business, risk management, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred. Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation/policy changes.
• Minimum of 7 years of risk management experience in progressively responsible roles, with expertise in Enterprise Risk Management. Proven experience in developing and implementing risk management strategies and procedures
• Professional certification in risk management (e.g. CRM, ARM) is a plus.
• Experience with higher education administration and risk management technology.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to manage complex issues, motivate and develop staff, and design and oversee efficient business processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, with a background in preparing comprehensive reports and executive summaries.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities, with demonstrated computer competency and knowledge of business information systems.
Application Process:
Submit your resume and cover letter to Elaine Peters, Executive Recruiter at elaine.peters@lmu.edu and apply online at University Risk Manager. Position will remain open until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Loyola Marymount University is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin (including language and language use restrictions), ancestry, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), denial of Family and Medical Care Leave, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age 40 or over, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other bases protected by federal (including but not limited to Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990), state or local law. The University does not discriminate on these bases, or any other basis protected by law, in the administration of any of its education or admissions policies, scholarship or loan programs, athletics, and other school-administered policies and programs, or in its employment policies and practices. All University policies, practices, and procedures are administered in a manner consistent with LMU's Jesuit identity and character.
