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Northwest ISD - Risk Management Coordinator

Job Details

Region: 11
School District/Employer: Northwest ISD
District Category/Employer: Central Office
Position: Coordinator
Assignment Level:
Job Title: Risk Management Coordinator
School: Administration Building
Campus Description:
Date Posted: 3/9/2026
Deadline: Until Filled
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: Develop, implement, and manage the district’s comprehensive risk management program to minimize exposure to loss; ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws; coordinate insurance coverage and claims; and promote a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Safety Management, or related field (preferred)
• TASBO certification or willingness to obtain (preferred)
• Certified School Risk Manager (CSRM) or similar designation (preferred)
• Valid Texas driver’s license
• Special Knowledge/Skills:
• Knowledge of Texas Education Code and laws governing public school district liability
• Knowledge of workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, property and casualty insurance, and liability coverage
• Understanding of safety regulations (OSHA, ADA, environmental regulations, etc.)
• Experience with claims management and loss prevention strategies
• Ability to interpret insurance policies, contracts, and legal documents
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
Experience:
• 3–5 years of experience in risk management, insurance, claims administration, human resources, or school business operations (preferred)
• Experience in a public-sector or educational environment (preferred)

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
1. Develop and implement district-wide risk management policies, procedures, and loss prevention programs.
2. Identify potential areas of risk exposure and recommend mitigation strategies.
3. Conduct risk assessments and safety audits of district facilities and operations in collaboration with department leaders.
4. Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations impacting employee and district risk.
5. Coordinate procurement and renewal of district insurance programs (property, liability, auto, workers’ compensation, cyber, etc.) in collaboration with Business/Finance.
6. Serve as district liaison with insurance carriers, brokers, legal counsel, and third-party administrators.
7. Manage and monitor claims (workers’ compensation, property, liability, unemployment) to ensure timely reporting and resolution.
8. Investigate incidents and coordinate documentation to minimize district liability.
9. Maintain accurate claims records and analyze trends to reduce future losses.
10. Administer the district’s workers’ compensation program and ensure timely reporting of employee injuries.
11. Coordinate return-to-work and transitional duty programs with Human Resources and supervisors.
12. Provide guidance to employees and administrators regarding claims procedures and benefits.
13. Monitor and assist with unemployment claims management and hearings as assigned.
14. Collaborate with district departments to implement employee safety training programs.
15. Assist with emergency preparedness and crisis response planning efforts.
16. Promote workplace safety initiatives to reduce accidents and injuries.
17. Support compliance with federal and state employment-related risk requirements.
18. Prepare reports for the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Superintendent, and Board of Trustees as needed.
19. Maintain documentation for audits, regulatory reviews, and insurance renewals.
20. Assist in development of administrative regulations related to risk management, employee safety, and compliance.
21. Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
N/A

Equipment Used:
Personal computer, typewriter, printer, copier, calculator, phone and fax machine

Working Conditions:
• Work with frequent interruptions
• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Repetitive hand motions
• Prolonged use of the computer
• Position requires frequent bending, stooping, twisting, pulling, overhead reaching, sitting, and keyboarding
• Position requires the ability to lift 25 pounds to waist high

Salary Range: 82,234.07 to 107,934.37
Benefits: https://www.nisdtx.org/staff/benefits-risk-management
How To Apply: https://www.nisdtx.org/departments/human-resources/job-postings

Contact Person:

Name: Kimberly Barker
Email: kbarker@nisdtx.org
Address: P.O. Box 77070
City: Fort Worth
State: TX
Zip: 76177-0070
Phone: (817) 215-0109
Fax: (817) 215-0170