Company Overview

As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 29,000 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.

RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuutina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District.

Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.

The Opportunity

RVS invites applications for a continuing, full-time (35 hrs/wk) Senior Insurance and Enterprise Risk Specialist position starting October 5, 2026 at the Education Centre located in Airdrie, Alberta.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Legal Services, the Senior Insurance and Enterprise Risk Specialist provides expert leadership and advice on insurance, risk management, liability, and contractual risk transfer to support and protect Rocky View Schools' students, employees, assets, and operations. The role oversees the Division's insurance program, claims management, fleet safety, rentals and leasing, tax assessments, and contract risk reviews, while serving as the primary liaison with insurers, brokers, legal counsel, and external partners. The position supports the implementation of the Division's Risk Management Framework through risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and reporting activities, ensuring effective management of operational and insurance-related risks across the organization.

The successful candidate must have access to reliable transportation as regular travel around the division is required.

Responsibilities Include

- Supports implementation of the Division's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program through risk identification, risk assessment, trend analysis and reporting
- Manages the division's insurance portfolio, including policy renewals, coverage analysis, reporting requirements, claims administration, and policy interpretation
- Provides recommendations regarding insurance program coverage, program enhancements, and emerging insurance considerations
- Maintains availability to respond to time-sensitive insurance, claims, liability, and risk management matters, including emergencies and critical incidents.
- Liaises with insurers, brokers, adjusters, investigators, legal counsel, and third party administrators regarding insurance matters




- Represents Rocky View Schools on USIC (Urban Schools Insurance Consortium) and other insurance-related governance and collaborative forums
- Monitors insurance market trends, emerging risks, and industry developments and provides recommendations regarding operational impacts and implementation opportunities
- Conducts and coordinates claims-related investigations involving property loss, liability claims, fraud allegations, negligence concerns and significant student or employee incidents
- Manages claims reporting, documentation, investigation, monitoring, and resolution processes
- Prepares reports to administration on independent investigations, including strategies, recommendations and direction to improve safety and works with divisional staff to implement desired outcomes
- Evaluates rental and leasing Agreements from an insurance and risk standpoint for division facilities
- Serves as a resource for contractual language, legislation and regulation interpretation
- Prepares Service Provider Agreements to ensure RVS policies are met and risk is appropriately distributed
- Collaborates with Occupational Health & Safety on claims related investigations, safety trends, contractor risk management, emergency preparedness considerations and areas of shared organizational risk
- Maintains current knowledge of insurance products, market trends, regulatory developments, and emerging organizational risks
- Assists in the preparation of the department's annual budget

Education/Experience

- Degree in Business, Commerce, Risk Management, Insurance, or related field
- Minimum 7-10 years progressive experience in insurance, claims, risk management or related field
- Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designation is strongly preferred
- Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation would be considered a significant asset.
- Demonstrated experience managing insurance portfolios, claims programs, liability exposure, and contractual risk transfer
- Experience working with insurers, brokers, adjusters, investigators, legal counsel and external partners
- Experience working in school division or public sector employer is considered an asset
- An equivalent combination of Education and experience may be considered

Knowledge and Skills

- Extensive knowledge of commercial insurance products, including property, liability, cyber, fleet, crime, environmental, and specialty coverages
- Strong understanding of insurance policy wording, exclusions, conditions,



deductibles, and coverage interpretation
- Robust understanding of contractual risk transfer principles, indemnities, certificates of insurance, and liability allocation
- Ability to evaluate organizational risk exposure and provide practical insurance and risk mitigation recommendations
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional discretion regarding sensitive employee, student, legal, financial, and insurance matters
- Robust analytical skills with the ability to interpret claims data, trends, and loss experience.
- Demonstrated understanding of enterprise risk management principles
- Proven ability to establish collaborative working relationships with diverse internal and external partners
- Effective organization, prioritization, and time management skills
- Demonstrated ability to apply excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to successfully work in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision
- Proficiency with workplace technology, data analysis tools, and Microsoft Office Applications

Rocky View Schools Benefits

- 3 weeks vacation pro-rated based on start date
- 11 Earned Days pro-rated based on start date
- Hybrid (one day a week, working remotely) with supervisor approval
- Benefits Plan (Extended Health, Dental, Wellness & Spending Account, Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Free parking

Pre-employment Requirements

- The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment
- Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position including WES/IQAS evaluation documents for completed education outside of Canada.
- Applicants must provide a professional letter of reference, attached to the job application, from their most recent supervisor, relevant to the job opportunity, written on company letterhead, signed and dated within the past 18 months; or a list of updated references of a current/recent supervisor on your application.

How to Apply We request all applications be placed through . Applications must include your cover letter, resume, proof of qualifications and contact information of three professional references.

Please submit your application quoting job code #4054162 on or before Monday, September 7, 2026 by 4:30 PM MST.

Rocky View Schools

Human Resources

We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.

📌 Senior Insurance and Enterprise Risk Specialist - Legal Services - Education Centre (Airdrie)
🏢 Rocky View Schools
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