Disability Coordinator

CalRecycle; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

CalRecycle is seeking a Disability Coordinator (Analyst II) in Sacramento to manage disability leave, FMLA/CFRA, and related programs. The role includes evaluating eligibility, ensuring compliant communications, and coordinating return-to-work efforts.

Beginning July 1, 2026, staff will report to the office at least four days weekly, with potential hybrid telework. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits package; state recruitment details will apply.

Qualifications

• Experience administering disability leave, FMLA/CFRA, workers' compensation, and return-to-work programs.
• Ability to interpret applicable laws and policies and advise managers.

Responsibilities

• Administer CalRecycle's disability leave, FMLA/CFRA, workers' compensation, return-to-work, and accommodation programs.
• Evaluate eligibility and interpret laws and policies; resolve complex leave and accommodation cases.
• Prepare required notices and maintain confidential case documentation.
• Serve as Return-to-Work Coordinator; liaise with SCIF and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor claims and support modified duty and accommodations placements.
• Develop and update department policies and procedures; provide guidance to staff and managers.

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-528132

Position #(s): 835-333-5393-XXX

Working Title: Disability Coordinator

Classification: ANALYST II

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) brings together the state’s recycling and waste management programs to move the state towards a circular economy that reduces waste and reuses all materials. Through landmark initiatives like the Integrated Waste Management Act and Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act, California works toward a society that uses less, recycles more, and takes resource conservation to higher and higher levels. CalRecycle’s Mission: Protecting California’s environment and climate for the health and prosperity of future generations through the reduction, reuse and recycling of California resources, environmental education, disaster recovery and the transition from a disposable to a fully circular economy. CalRecycle values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect the environment and preserve resources by empowering Californians to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Join CalRecycle to improve the lives of all Californians. Department Website: http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov

Job Description And Duties

Under the direction of the Supervisor I, the Analyst II works as part of the disability management team to administer CalRecycle’s disability leave, FMLA/CFRA, workers’ compensation, return-to-work, and reasonable accommodation programs. The incumbent evaluates eligibility, interprets laws and policies, resolves complex leave and accommodation cases, prepares required notices, and maintains accurate, confidential case documentation. The position serves as the Return-to-Work Coordinator, liaises with SCIF and internal stakeholders, monitors claims, and supports modified duty and accommodation placements. The Analyst II also develops and updates departmental policies and procedures and provides subject matter guidance to managers, supervisors, and staff to ensure consistent and compliant program administration.

Beginning July 1, 2026, CalRecycle staff will be office centered, requiring employees to report to the office at least four days per week. This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program needs. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the positions designated headquarter location, as reflected on the duty statement and at their own expense. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - Applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. Please see "Statement of Qualifications" section below for instructions.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.