Leave and Accommodations Specialist - 005350

University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Alabama’s Human Resources department seeks a Leave and Accommodations Specialist to manage all leaves of absence programs, ADA accommodations, and related data in Banner.

The role involves training supervisors, coordinating with health services, and ensuring HIPAA compliance while collaborating with a third‑party administrator and campus partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution and four years of directly related experience.
• Excellent communication, organizational and computer skills are required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of the leave of absence program to include FML, personal leave, on-the-job injury leave, military leave and administrative leave.
• Administers ADA accommodation assessments; monitors implementation of workplace accommodations, and maintains ADA data in Banner HR/Payroll System.
• Facilitates and presents supervisory training related to employee health and safety, OJI, FML, and ADA.
• Administers the on-the-job injury program and coordinates with third party administrator, supervisors, and employees.
• Interacts with third party wellness providers to promote wellness initiatives and coordinate health lifestyle programs and observances.
• Coordinates vaccinations with Employee or Student Health and handles related costs.
• Evaluates employee health needs and implements health activities such as weight loss and smoking cessation programs.
• Participates in new employee orientations, presenting wellness, health and safety sessions.
• Maintains HIPAA compliance and confidential handling of information.
• Travels to USA buildings/campuses for meetings, training and presentations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number 005350

Position Title Leave and Accommodations Specialist - 005350

Division Finance and Administration

Department 174000 - Human Resources

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and four years of directly related experience in a human resources or related setting. Excellent communication, organizational and computer skills are required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in human resources is preferred. Experience in leave administration and/or a health-related field with knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama’s department of Human Resources is seeking to hire a Leave and Accommodations Specialist.

Essential Functions

• Manages all aspects of the leave of absence program to include Family Medical Leave, personal leave of absence, on-the-job injury leave of absence, military leave and administrative leave.
• Administers ADA accommodation assessments; monitors implementation of workplace accommodations, and maintains ADA data in the Banner HR/Payroll System.
• Facilitates and presents supervisory training related to employee health and safety, OJI , FML , and ADA .
• Administers the o-the-job injury program and works directly with the third party administrator, supervisors, and employees.
• Interacts with third party wellness providers to promote and encourage employee participation in wellness initiatives; plans, implements and coordinates activities and projects related to workplace wellness, disease prevention and health lifestyle programs; promotes health related monthly national observances through promotions, newsletters, and other sources.
• Works closely with Employee or Student Health, to coordinate vaccinations for employees, as applicable; handles cost expense transfer associated with the dispensation of vaccines.
• Evaluates employee health needs and implements health activities such as weight loss programs, smoking cessation programs, and employee health screenings.
• Participates in new employee orientations, presenting wellness, health and safety related sessions.
• Follows HIPAA compliance regulations to include appropriate handling of confidential information.
• Travels to various USA buildings and/or campuses as needed to attend meetings, conduct or facilitate training programs, and makes presentations.
• Conducts special projects and surveys as assigned.
• Maintains various databases using Excel, and extracts reports using Banner.
• Serves on various committees as assigned.
• Serves as liaison between other applicable General Division and USA Health offices, and Human Resources in regards to implementing a response when a local, state, or national medical emergency has been declared, including but not limited to an epidemic or pandemic.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date 09/09/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Working Days Monday - Friday

Working Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Job Location Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time Full Time

Regular or Temporary Regular