Employment Practices Risk Consultant (Contract)

Overview

Job ID
37212718

Category
Legal, Compliance, and
Policy

Organization
Planning Budget & Administration

Department
Risk Management
Dept

Location
Main Campus – UCR

Salary
$68,500 – $121,900

Date
Posted
2026-05-13T12:00:00.000Z

Application Deadline
Open Until Filled

Schedule
8AM –
5PM

Full/Part Time
Full-time(100%)

Other Information
Qalifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC
Internal Job: No

Position Information

*This is a 2-year contract position that is estimated to be a 2-year
assignment. * The full salary range for the Employment Practices Risk Consultant is $68,500.00 – $121,900.00 annually. However, the expected
pay scale for this position is up to $95,200.00 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure
and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. The Employment Practices Risk Consultant provides guidance
across human resources strategy, employment law compliance, and Employment Practices Liability (EPL) Insurance risk mitigation to help
organizations reduce liability exposure and build a positive, compliant workplace culture. This role aligns policies and practices with
business objectives, audits claims, identifies and coordinates training, supports EPL claims and corrective actions. Applicants must have
current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an
employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or
collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional
requirements.

Requirements

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related area
  and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Master’s degree in Employment Law, Business Administration, or Human Resources and/or
  equivalent experience/training.

Experience

• 4 – 7 years of related experience.

Minimum
Requirements

Proven interpersonal skills, customer service orientation, active listening skills, and organizational skills.
Thorough knowledge in the following areas: risk management; insurance; forecasting and analysis; accounting; knowledge of common
organization-specific computer application programs; knowledge of organizational processes and procedures; understanding of organization
rules and regulations. Proven ability to use critical thinking and analytical skills to solve problems. Strong skills required to develop
course materials and deliver content effectively to diverse populations. Proven ability to concisely present complex risk findings and make
recommendations verbally and in writing. Extensive knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, charts, graphs, analytical
tools, project management tools, PowerPoint Deep knowledge of California employment laws and HR best practices; practical, business-oriented
problem solving. Strong knowledge of EPLI policies, coverage, and claims processes. Proactive mindset; ability to manage multiple
engagements independently while fostering a positive workplace culture.

Additional Information

In the Heart
of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like
campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues
critical to growing communities’ air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student,
faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most
ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside
  is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine’s 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of
  universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the
  United States for social mobility. – U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national
  coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. – Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the
  world for research, UCR’s Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. – Center for
  World University Rankings
• UCR’s distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of
  Science and Medicine.

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 categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to
undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For
information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits
Overview

Certification Requirements

• Professional certification.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, SPHR, or equivalent
  professional HR certifications.

Job Description Details

General
Information

Job Title

ENTERPRISE RISK MGT ANL 3

Job
Code

007204

Grade

21

Department Head

Sheila
Hedayati

Supervisor

Tamara Stewart

Generic Scope

Experienced professional who
knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full
range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines
solutions.

Custom Scope

Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced enterprise risk management professional with a
full understanding of industry practices and organizational policies and procedures; resolves a wide range of issues. Works on problems of
diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors in the areas of physical risk, business risk, employee
injury and process risk. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

Department
Custom Scope

The Employment Practices Risk Consultant (CONTRACT) provides guidance across human resources strategy,
employment law compliance, and Employment Practices Liability (EPL) Insurance risk mitigation to help organizations reduce liability
exposure and build a positive, compliant workplace culture. This role aligns policies and practices with business objectives, audits claims,
identifies and coordinates training, supports EPL claims and corrective actions.

Key
Responsibilities

• Performs complex accounting and risk finance related to the monitoring of risk control strategies and
  programs. Implements risk control programs and strategies to prevent losses and reduce insurance premiums.
• Risk Assessment &
  Prevention: Identify training needs and coordinate training efforts on employment law, anti-harassment, anti-discrimination, diversity &
  inclusion, workplace conduct, and policy implementation. Develop proactive initiatives and communication plans to reduce liability exposure
  and foster an inclusive, compliant workplace. Conduct audits of activities and practices as they pertain to EPL Claims to identify
  opportunities for full compliance with federal, state, and University regulations.



40%

• Implements and monitors control strategies and
  programs involving claim payments. Assesses deductibles, pursues subrogation opportunities, and recommends cost allocation strategies to
  improve program effectiveness.
• Project Management: Coordinate corrective action planning efforts, establish milestones, goals and
  completion. Expand lessons learned and root cause analysis to campus wide initiatives for employment practices improvement. Serve as the
  Administrative Support for UCR EPIC (Employment Practices Improvement Committee). Create roadmap for a sustainable program of continuous ELP
  liability reduction.



30%

• Gathers, analyzes, prepares, and summarizes areas of potential loss; recommends appropriate type and level
  of loss protection to be implemented.
• Metrics & Reporting: Analyze metrics and report employment practices trends to inform
  leadership decisions and continuous improvement. Analyze financial data to identify and recommend cost reduction strategies. Establish
  benchmarking data from the UC system and other higher education institutions to determine best practices and establish goals.



20%

• Policy Development: Provide recommendations for and assist in the development, customization, and implementation of policies,
  procedures, employee handbooks, employment agreements, and related forms. Assist with updating policies in accordance with evolving laws and
  regulations.



10%

Special Conditions

• Hired candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to start
  date.
• Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development.

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