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Leave and Accommodation Specialist Job at University of Alaska

University of Alaska Anchorage, AK 99508

Job Information

  • Date Posted
    2025-09-01
  • Location
    Anchorage, AK 99508
  • Job Title
    Leave and Accommodation Specialist
  • Gender
    Both
  • Job Number:522446
  • Classification:Human Resources Professional 3
  • Grade:Grade 79
  • Work type:Remote, Staff Full-time
  • Administrative Unit:University of Alaska Statewide
  • School/Business unit:SW Human Resources
  • Location:Anchorage, Fairbanks
  • Categories: Human Resources

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) for all university employees. This position will focus on providing a high level of customer service to UA employees and will work closely with our vendor to ensure prompt communication and compliance. Remote work within the state of Alaska will be considered for this position.

Duties:

100Serve as liaison between University of Alaska employees and supervisors, and UA’s FML/LTD/ADA vendor. First point of contact for all questions/concerns from employees or vendor. Reconcile issues and understand when to escalate to the Senior Specialist or Director. Follow up on all inquiries and ensure prompt, professional, and well-communicated resolutions. Run reports to monitor time reporting and communicate with all employees on FML regarding compliance timeframes. Ensure supervisors are well informed of their responsibilities and answer all questions regarding their employee’s absence. Communicate with vendor when a leave needs to be initiated by the University. Draft communications for review by the Senior Specialist, as needed. Make recommendations on communication plans and/or website layout based on feedback from employees and supervisors. Coordinate training with vendor and ensure communication to employee population. In conjunction with Labor and Employee Engagement, explain/assist transition for employees once their FML entitlement has exhausted. Direct employees and their supervisors to the correct resources depending on the outcome. Monitor all Long-term Disability claims (LTD). Answer and/or direct employee or supervisor questions. Ensure timely completion and submission of all employer LTD forms. Monitor status and communicate with HR Accounting and our COBRA vendor regarding any approved LTD claims. Facilitate all Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) inquiries. Ensure prompt completion of paperwork and clear communication of expectations to employee and supervisor. Work closely with Labor and Employee Engagement, when needed. Monitor the University’s policies and procedures for compliance under federal and state laws and regulations in relation to leaves and accommodation. Perform other duties as assigned.Essential
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Knowledge of benefits administration. Background of FML/LTD/ADA requirements under federal and state laws. Ability to apply understanding and interpretation of University, federal and state requirements for Family Medical Leave, long-term disability, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Ability to review documents for accuracy and compliance. Ability to analyze complex issues and develop strategies for resolution. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships.

Typical Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field and two years professional human
resources experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.



Required Education or Training:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred: Professional Human Resources (PHR) certification. Certification of disability administration in higher education.



Salary Information:

This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. New hires will be placed on the UA staff salary schedule, Grade 79, based on education and experience.



Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information (email address and phone number) for three (3) professional references with your application.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.

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 AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual:

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 System Office HR Coordinator, at sjrowley@alaska.edu or 907-450-8245.

Advertised: 31 Jan 2023 Alaskan Standard Time
Applications close:




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