Student Assistant-Insurance & Risk Management

Student Assistant-Insurance & Risk Management

Tampa, FL, United States

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• Job Identification 42326
• Job Category Admin Support
• Posting Date 01/07/2026, 07:25 PM
• Apply Before 01/14/2026, 07:25 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Locations 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33620, US

The Student Assistant-Insurance and Risk Management (IRM) Specialist reports to the Insurance Coordinator who falls under Environmental Health and Safety. The Student Assistant IRM Specialist will support the daily operations of the University’s insurance and risk management programs. This position assists with administrative tasks, analytical work, data management, and research activities related to insurance, loss control, and risk analysis. The role requires strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, and the ability to support departmental processes involving risk data, insurance program coordination, and policy development.

This position contributes to efficient office operations, accurate data handling, and effective coordination with internal stakeholders.

40%- Data Analytics and Operational Support:

• Assist in collecting, organizing, entering and analyzing risk and insurance data.
• Conduct research to support policy development, insurance program administration, and loss-control initiatives.
• Utilize Excel and other office productivity tools to prepare spreadsheets, reports, and summaries.
• Perform data review tasks including dissecting and extrapolating information to identify trends, errors, or insights.
• Support ongoing risk management projects through data queries and research-driven tasks.
• Assist with general office duties, including filing, scanning, organizing records, and moving/lifting items up to 30 lbs.

25%-EHS and IRM System Administration:

• Serve as an administrator for the Environmental Health and Safety Management System.
• Provide technical support and system training to departmental module leads and end users.
• Generate data reports, dashboards, and analysis to support decision-making and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with the system vendor and University IT for system enhancements, integrations, and troubleshooting.
• Support process improvement by maximizing system functionality and assisting with optimization of EHS workflows.

25%- Policy Management and Support

• Assist with the administration of insurance programs including property, liability, and workers’ compensation.
• Help organize insurance documentation, certificates, policy files, and renewal materials.
• Coordinate with other departments to gather information related to risk assessments and coverage needs.
• Support the development and maintenance of departmental procedures, forms, and policy documents.

10%- Other Duties as Assigned

• Participate in cross-functional initiatives and projects to support departmental goals.
• Serve as a liaison between EHS and internal/external stakeholders when needed.
• Support team coverage and continuity in collaboration with other administrative support personnel.
• Assist in reviews of events/activities and other risk management support as needed.
• Other Duties as Assigned

• Current USF student pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Risk Management/Management, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with office productivity tools including spreadsheets, word processing, and basic database systems
  • VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, etc.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the full Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to dissect and extrapolate data for analysis
• Demonstrated initiative and self-starter mindset
• Experience with financial, analytical, or administrative tasks preferred
• Ability to work 12+ hours per week
• Willingness to learn new systems, processes, and analytical methods
• Ability to work effectively with others and contribute to a team environment

Additional Information for Applicants:

• Up to 20 hours per week flexible around class schedule within business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday, in-office attendance.
• This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and a copy of your class schedule for Spring 2026.

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1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

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