Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Wisconsin
Risk Management Specialist jobs in Wisconsin are consistently active, with demand concentrated in financial services, insurance, healthcare, and manufacturing, roles ranging from entry-level analysts to senior enterprise risk advisors. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by employers such as Northwestern Mutual, American Family Insurance, and Advocate Aurora Health. The most sought-after specialties in Wisconsin include enterprise risk management, compliance and regulatory risk, and operational risk within insurance and healthcare organizations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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See related jobsFort HealthCare is a patient-centered hospital and healthcare system serving individuals, businesses and families in Jefferson, Dane, and Walworth Counties, and we are seeking a Risk Management Specialist to join our Quality and Integrated Care team.
Shift:
Full time
Fort HealthCare is proud to be named a 16-time award winner of the Top Workplace award for Southeastern Wisconsin, a 6-time award winner of the USA Top Workplaces award, and a 2-time winner of their Top Workplaces Culture Excellence award for Purpose & Values. In addition, Fort HealthCare has been recognized nationally as a Top Workplace for Nursing 2026.
Our Mission Statement is our daily guide to provide the best health care possible. We promote it widely for all we serve to read, understand and to help our public hold us accountable for the promises we make.
Our Mission Statement - Improve the Health and Well-being of Our Community
Our Vision Statement provides each of us at Fort HealthCare with a goal. It is our motivation to improve constantly upon the level of care we provide, and the quality of services delivered.
Our Vision - Be the Healthiest Community in Wisconsin.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, education, and resources you need to perform your job and ample opportunities for professional growth.
The Risk Management Specialist is responsible for identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring organizational risks that may affect patient safety, regulatory compliance, financial performance, staff safety, and the quality of healthcare services. This role partners with clinical, operational, legal, compliance, quality, and executive teams to develop effective risk-management strategies and promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities of this position include:
- Identifies, tracks, and analyzes critical risks, trends, and potential liability exposure across the health system using event reports, patient and family complaints, claims information, and other available resources and data.
- Provides oversight to Clarity event report investigations. Collaborates with Quality, Compliance, and clinical leadership teams throughout investigations, follows up with pertinent leaders and staff, and evaluates potential liability exposure..
- Investigates Sentinel and Serious Reportable Events and completes Root & Action Cause Analyses. Works with patients, families, staff, and providers after adverse events to maintain communication & transparency.
- Acts a liaison for staff and provider legal requests and subpoenas. Facilitates communications with attorneys and legal counsel.
- Recommends, develops, implements, evaluates, and monitors risk management and mitigation strategies & policies to improve patient safety and reduce liability exposure.
- Stays current with applicable laws, regulations, and best practices and regularly conducts risk assessments to identify compliance vulnerabilities.
- Assists clinical and operational leadership with proactive risk assessments and collaborates on risk management strategies under the direction of the Director of Quality and Risk Management.
- Promotes a culture of safety through collaboration, education, consultation, and support for clinical and operational staff. Participates in committees and processes improvement initiatives as appropriate.
- Develops and delivers risk management education, including documentation standards and disclosure practices, and serves as a resource to staff as related issues arise.
- Prepares investigation summaries and potential claim evaluation reports as directed by the Director of Quality and Risk Management. Prepares dashboards, reports, and presentations for leadership and committees, as requested.
- Assists the VP of Nursing / CNO, Director of Quality and Risk Management, and legal counsel with professional and general liability claims by serving as a liaison with insurance carriers and claim managers, coordinating preservation and collection of documentation for active and potential litigation, and maintaining accurate claim files.
Requirements of this position include:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required
- Minimum 5 years clinical experience required
- Experience in healthcare risk management preferred
- Interacts professionally with organizational leaders, physicians, nursing team, Fort HealthCare staff, and external medical facilities or partners
- Proficiency with Electronic Health Record systems and incident reporting systems
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products & other software programs
- Proficiency in claims reporting and management preferred
- Proficiency in healthcare risk management or quality preferred
- Current WI RN License required
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) or eligibility or within 2 years of hire
Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Competitive shift differentials (2nd,3rd, and weekends)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Generous PTO Plan
- Daycare
- Health insurance
- Vison insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible Spending
- Comprehensive Wellness Plan
- Life insurance
- Pharmacy discount
- Tuition assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free parking
- Employee gym
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Fort HealthCare is a patient-centered hospital and healthcare system serving individuals, businesses and families in Jefferson, Dane, and Walworth Counties, and we are seeking a Risk Management Specialist to join our Quality and Integrated Care team.
Shift:
Full time
Fort HealthCare is proud to be named a 16-time award winner of the Top Workplace award for Southeastern Wisconsin, a 6-time award winner of the USA Top Workplaces award, and a 2-time winner of their Top Workplaces Culture Excellence award for Purpose & Values. In addition, Fort HealthCare has been recognized nationally as a Top Workplace for Nursing 2026.
Our Mission Statement is our daily guide to provide the best health care possible. We promote it widely for all we serve to read, understand and to help our public hold us accountable for the promises we make.
Our Mission Statement - Improve the Health and Well-being of Our Community
Our Vision Statement provides each of us at Fort HealthCare with a goal. It is our motivation to improve constantly upon the level of care we provide, and the quality of services delivered.
Our Vision - Be the Healthiest Community in Wisconsin.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, education, and resources you need to perform your job and ample opportunities for professional growth.
The Risk Management Specialist is responsible for identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring organizational risks that may affect patient safety, regulatory compliance, financial performance, staff safety, and the quality of healthcare services. This role partners with clinical, operational, legal, compliance, quality, and executive teams to develop effective risk-management strategies and promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities of this position include:
- Identifies, tracks, and analyzes critical risks, trends, and potential liability exposure across the health system using event reports, patient and family complaints, claims information, and other available resources and data.
- Provides oversight to Clarity event report investigations. Collaborates with Quality, Compliance, and clinical leadership teams throughout investigations, follows up with pertinent leaders and staff, and evaluates potential liability exposure..
- Investigates Sentinel and Serious Reportable Events and completes Root & Action Cause Analyses. Works with patients, families, staff, and providers after adverse events to maintain communication & transparency.
- Acts a liaison for staff and provider legal requests and subpoenas. Facilitates communications with attorneys and legal counsel.
- Recommends, develops, implements, evaluates, and monitors risk management and mitigation strategies & policies to improve patient safety and reduce liability exposure.
- Stays current with applicable laws, regulations, and best practices and regularly conducts risk assessments to identify compliance vulnerabilities.
- Assists clinical and operational leadership with proactive risk assessments and collaborates on risk management strategies under the direction of the Director of Quality and Risk Management.
- Promotes a culture of safety through collaboration, education, consultation, and support for clinical and operational staff. Participates in committees and processes improvement initiatives as appropriate.
- Develops and delivers risk management education, including documentation standards and disclosure practices, and serves as a resource to staff as related issues arise.
- Prepares investigation summaries and potential claim evaluation reports as directed by the Director of Quality and Risk Management. Prepares dashboards, reports, and presentations for leadership and committees, as requested.
- Assists the VP of Nursing / CNO, Director of Quality and Risk Management, and legal counsel with professional and general liability claims by serving as a liaison with insurance carriers and claim managers, coordinating preservation and collection of documentation for active and potential litigation, and maintaining accurate claim files.
Requirements of this position include:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required
- Minimum 5 years clinical experience required
- Experience in healthcare risk management preferred
- Interacts professionally with organizational leaders, physicians, nursing team, Fort HealthCare staff, and external medical facilities or partners
- Proficiency with Electronic Health Record systems and incident reporting systems
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products & other software programs
- Proficiency in claims reporting and management preferred
- Proficiency in healthcare risk management or quality preferred
- Current WI RN License required
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) or eligibility or within 2 years of hire
Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Competitive shift differentials (2nd,3rd, and weekends)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Generous PTO Plan
- Daycare
- Health insurance
- Vison insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible Spending
- Comprehensive Wellness Plan
- Life insurance
- Pharmacy discount
- Tuition assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free parking
- Employee gym
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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The qualifications that appear most often in risk management specialist jobs across Wisconsin.
- Bachelor's degree in risk management, finance, business, or a related field required
- Professional certification such as ARM, CRM, or RIMS-CRMP strongly preferred
- Three or more years of experience in risk assessment, compliance, or insurance operations
- Proficiency in risk management information systems and data analysis tools
- Strong written communication skills for reporting to leadership and regulatory bodies
- Knowledge of Wisconsin insurance regulations and relevant industry compliance standards
Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a risk management specialist in Wisconsin?
Most risk management specialist positions in Wisconsin require a bachelor's degree in risk management, business, finance, or a related discipline. While Wisconsin does not issue a state license specific to this role, employers strongly prefer candidates who hold the Associate in Risk Management credential, the Certified Risk Manager designation, or the RIMS-CRMP. Candidates targeting insurance-adjacent roles should also be familiar with Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance guidelines, as regulatory knowledge is a consistent hiring requirement.
How much do risk management specialists make in Wisconsin?
Risk management specialists in Wisconsin earn a median of about $97,820 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,630 for the lowest 10% to over $141,030 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire risk management specialists in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin risk management specialist roles are posted by Aspirus Health, Fort HealthCare, and The Boldt Company and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Wisconsin's dense concentration of insurance carriers and integrated health systems makes it one of the more active Midwest markets for this role.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most risk management specialist jobs?
Wisconsin, Neenah, and Wausau have the most risk management specialist openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because of its headquarters concentration in insurance, financial services, and healthcare, while Madison's state government agencies and large university health system generate consistent demand, and Green Bay draws openings from regional manufacturing and healthcare employers anchored there.
Are there remote risk management specialist jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, and more than most fields, since risk management specialist work is largely analytical and documentation-driven rather than site-dependent. About 100% of risk management specialist openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of the role. Enterprise risk, compliance review, and policy analysis functions are the most likely to carry fully remote or hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a risk management specialist in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a risk analyst, compliance coordinator, or insurance operations role, which large Wisconsin employers such as Northwestern Mutual and American Family Insurance regularly post for candidates without deep specialist experience. Completing the Associate in Risk Management coursework or earning a certificate from the University of Wisconsin's business programs signals commitment and gives your application a concrete edge. Lateral moves from auditing, underwriting, or claims roles within Wisconsin's insurance sector are also a well-traveled route into the specialty.
Where can I find and apply to risk management specialist jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to risk management specialist jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and target industry, and apply directly through each listing.
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