Leave and Accommodations Specialist
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Job Number:529443
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Classification:Human Resources Professional 3
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Grade:Grade 79
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Work type:Remote, Remote within Alaska, Staff Full-time
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Administrative Unit:University of Alaska Statewide
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School/Business unit:SW Human Resources
Location:Remote
Categories: Human Resources, Business/ Administrative/ Personnel
Position Summary:
The Leave and Accommodation Specialist provides support to the entire University of Alaska (UA) system by focusing on Family Medical Leave (FML), Long-term Disability (LTD), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), religious freedom and pregnancy-related accommodations for all university employees. This position will focus on providing a high level of customer service to UA employees and will work closely with the Leave and Accommodations Manager and our leave management vendor to ensure prompt communication and compliance. Remote work will be considered for this position.
The University of Alaska (UA) system is seeking a Leave and Accommodation Specialist to join our team! In this pivotal role, you will provide essential support across the UA system, focusing on Family Medical Leave (FML), Long-term Disability (LTD), and accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as for religious and pregnancy-related needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver outstanding customer service to UA employees regarding leave and accommodation inquiries.
- Collaborate with the Leave and Accommodations Manager and our leave management vendor to ensure prompt communication and compliance with regulations.
Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of benefits administration, including FML, accrued leaves, disability insurance, ADA, PWFA, PUMP Act, and religious accommodation requirements under federal and state law.
- Ability to apply and stay current with relevant policies and regulations in a university setting.
- Proficient in reviewing documents for accuracy and compliance.
- Skilled in analyzing complex issues and developing effective resolutions.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships.
This position is eligible for remote work within the United States. If you're committed to supporting employees and fostering an inclusive workplace, we encourage you to apply!
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Minimum of 2 years experience in HR, benefits, or related activities.
Preferred: Professional Human Resources (PHR) certification. Certification of disability administration in higher education.
Position Details:
This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 79, based on education and experience.
Please include a resume, a cover letter, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references.
Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Sarah Morisky, UA SO HR Coordinator, at ua-so-hr@alaska.edu or (907)450-8245.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
Access to the reports is available at:
UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu.
UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.
UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.
