Senior Leave of Absence Specialist

Company : UC San Diego
Location : Oakland, CA
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Details
Apply Online Job Description Filing Deadline: Tue 9/2/2025
UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 8/21/25 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 8/26/25. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
DESCRIPTIONApplies advanced knowledge of job protected leaves to manage leave of absence (LOA) process for employees and managers. Handles complex or escalated case management to provide consultation and guidance to employees and their managers throughout the leave process. Acts as liaison with workers compensation, disability management, benefits, labor and employee relations, timekeeping, and payroll.
QUALIFICATIONS-
Thorough knowledge of FMLA, CFRA, PFL, PDL, Workers Comp, Military Leave, ERISA, HIPAA and applicable state and federal laws. Advanced knowledge preferred.
Working knowledge of rules and regulations affecting employee benefit programs. Advanced knowledge preferred.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and safeguard information.
Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively and with confidence.
Skill and sensitivity in dealing with others. Ability to handle difficult and complicated issues with professionalism and sound judgement.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to build relationships, collaborate and problem solve across all levels of the organization.
Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Ability to provide high level of service and adapt to shifting priorities.
Knowledge of computer databases and Windows software. Ability to learn to computer systems and programs.
Demonstrated competency with and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
Multi-lingual preferred and Spanish fluency required.
-
Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.
Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.
Must be bi-lingual. Fluency in English and Spanish required.
This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter pursuant to the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and requires immediate reporting of physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, or neglect of anyone under the age of 18. It is the responsibility of the Mandated Reporter to ensure that they obtain proper training in order to fulfill their reporting responsibilities as required by the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and University policy, and to complete and submit the required reports to the UC San Diego Police Department without delay.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $71,600 - $127,400 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $34.29 - $61.02
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit:
UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.
Application InstructionsPlease click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you!
Apply Online Payroll Title: LEAVE OF ABSENCE SPEC 3 Department: HUMAN RESOURCES DEPT Hiring Pay Scale $90,000 - $104,000 / Year Worksite: Hybrid Appointment Type: Career Appointment Percent: 100% Union: Uncovered Total Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Days, 8 hrs/day, Mon-Fri Click Here toApply Online X Share This Page Senior Leave of Absence Specialist - Share link. Copy this URL: Remote, NA
Posted : 8/19/2025
Job Reference # :
Recently Posted Jobs
Breast Sonographer - $40-60 per hour
Advocate Aurora Health
Chicago, IL
Senior Drinking Water Treatment Engineer
Jacobs
Portland, OR
Senior Principal Cloud Consultant - Oracle Time and Labor (T&L / OTL)
Oracle
Columbus, OH
DC Home Health Aide
HCAOA
Pasco, WA
Vans: Seasonal Sales Associate - Hermosa Beach
Vans
Hermosa Beach, CA
**IT Project Tech Lead**- (Hybrid)
Citi
Irving, TX
Staff Physician PRN semi retired
American Family Care
Atlanta, GA
Board Certified Behavioral Analyst - H
Aveanna Healthcare LLC
West Chester, PA
Physician / Cardiology / Utah / Permanent / MD - Cardiologist Job
KurzSolutions
Salt Lake City, UT
Occupational Therapist - $80K-97K per year
Soar Autism Center
Highlands Ranch, CO
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,041 per week
Skyline Med Staff Allied
Albany, NY
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Duke Gynecologic Oncology
Duke University
Durham, NC
Machinist - Highly Skilled (3rd shift or 2nd shift) $5,000 sign on bonus!
GE Aerospace
Asheville, NC
Unit Manager
Elderwood
Hornell, NY
Travel Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,152 per week
Jackson Therapy Partners
Sebastian, FL
Principal Enterprise Network Product Manager
Dish
Littleton, CO
Certified Travel Surgical Technician - $2120.4 / Week
CrossMed Healthcare Staffing
Burlington, VT
Evening Cleaner clayton
ServiceMaster
St Louis, MO
Import-Export Specialist
CEVA Logistics
Fort Worth, TX
Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Obstetrics and Gynecology in Michigan
LocumJobsOnline
Detroit, MI
Other Jobs You May Like
Senior Director, Platform Technical Product Management - EXE & SRE
Company : Nike
Location : Beaverton, OR
Senior Software Engineer, Converse Marketing Tech (ATL or Boston)
Company : Nike
Location : Boston, MA
Environmental Health & Safety Specialist II | NA Logistics Center (NALC)
Company : Nike
Location : Memphis, TN
Senior Director, Product Management, Consumer Product & Innovation
Company : Nike
Location : Beaverton, OR
Top searches
Employment opportunities at UC San Diego
- UC San Diego jobs near me Oakland, CA
- UC San Diego jobs hiring near me Oakland, CA
- UC San Diego jobs near Oakland, CA
- UC San Diego jobs hiring near me
- UC San Diego openings near me
- UC San Diego jobs near me in Oakland, CA
- UC San Diego jobs hiring in Oakland, CA
- Employment opportunities near me
- Job openings near me
- Jobs hiring immediately
Trending Searches in Oakland, CA