Academy Operations Specialist

Position: Academy Operations Specialist

Classification: Non-Exempt

Compensation Range: $26.00–$29.00 per hour

Location: Austin, TX

Work Type: Remote

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm CT

Reports To: Head of The Academy

Company Description:

For years, most people didn’t understand risk, insurance, or the policies themselves. Yet, back in 1969, a small group of Texas independent agents knew the truth: with a structured curriculum and practical, real-life education beyond theory, they could ignite an entire industry of skilled professionals. Together with University of Texas educators, these pioneering agents formed the industry’s first nonprofit training and CE credit resource. Along the way, we’ve built a genuine community of professionals who succeed and thrive. For decades, we’ve impacted millions of professionals with our practical education. Like us, they’re dedicated to lifelong learning and collaboration. Our participants understand their career potential and gain a real workplace advantage. Today, our education and networks continue to evolve and expand. We are trusted to lead the risk management and insurance industry through change. The Risk & Insurance Education Alliance ensures no one must go it alone. We’ve made success a group activity.

Mission:

We are committed to creating professionals through practical education and technical guidance to lead the risk management and insurance industry of the future, for the common good.

Core Values:

The educational programs and research conducted by The Risk & Insurance Education Alliance were built on a foundation of Innovation, Imagination, Integrity, and Inspiration. These qualities commit us to act responsibly, to be accountable for our actions, to fulfil our obligations, and to inspire others with our relentless determination to achieve a standard of excellence in every endeavor.

Our Benefits:

• 17 Paid Holidays- Closed the week between Christmas Eve and New Years Day
• Medical, Dental Vision, & Supplemental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Long Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Birthday, & Volunteering Paid Time Off
• 401K- 4.5% Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Referral Program
• Book Club
• Company Happy Hours

Position Description:

The Academy Operations Specialist is responsible for coordinating projects, managing internal workflows, and supporting the smooth execution of programs across departments. This role ensures that initiatives such as content development, scholarship programs, and strategic partnerships stay on track through effective task management, timeline tracking, and cross-team communication. The Operations Specialist also assists with essential administrative and operational processes that keep day-to-day functions running efficiently. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and thrives in a collaborative environment dedicated to advancing professional education in the risk and insurance industry.