Senior Leave of Absence Specialist - HYBRID

Hybrid
# Senior Leave of Absence Specialist - HYBRID Extended Deadline: Wed 10/22/2025 Apply Now
UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. 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.

Job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate has been identified.

This posting was revised on 9/30/2025 to clarify that this position is not fully remote. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, which includes a combination of onsite and remote work, with the expectation to work onsite at least one day per week.

DESCRIPTION

Applies 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

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training

• 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.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• 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).

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