Senior Leave of Absence Specialist — FMLA/ADA Expert

University of California - Riverside; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 68,500 - 121,900; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Riverside is seeking a Senior Leave of Absence Specialist to serve as the expert on FMLA, PDL, ADA and related leave programs. The role provides guidance to staff, faculty, supervisors and leadership on eligibility, rights and options, and coordinates with Central HR and campus partners to ensure compliant administration.

The position supports diverse employee populations across ASSET and campus divisions, emphasizing consistent interpretation and processing of leave

Qualifications

• Subject matter expert on FMLA, PDL, ADA and related leave programs.
• Advises employees, supervisors and leadership on eligibility and options.
• Interprets federal/state laws and UC policies for compliant leave admin.
• Collaborates with HR partners and campus committees on leave matters.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and designate qualifying leave requests and track usage.
• Provide ongoing guidance throughout the leave process.
• Consult with Central HR, Disability Management, and campus partners.
• Promote consistent leave interpretation across ASSET-supported units.

Skills

Leave administration

FMLA knowledge

ADA compliance

Workers' compensation knowledge

Policy interpretation

Job description

University of California - Riverside is seeking a Senior Leave of Absence Specialist to serve as the expert on FMLA, PDL, ADA and related leave programs. The role provides guidance to staff, faculty, supervisors and leadership on eligibility, rights and options, and coordinates with Central HR and campus partners to ensure compliant administration.

The position supports diverse employee populations across ASSET and campus divisions, emphasizing consistent interpretation and processing of leave