Workplace Accommodation Specialist - Human Resources

Sharp; Northern, San Diego (KY, CA); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp in San Diego, CA is hiring a Workplace Accommodation Specialist to administer and coordinate the reasonable accommodation process in line with ADA and state laws.

You will partner with HR, Leave of Absence, Recruitment, and managers to assess requests, review medical documentation, and implement compliant solutions.

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent HR experience is required; certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience administering reasonable accommodations and ADA processes.
• Experience handling employee relations or leave management.
• Knowledge of FEHA or applicable state law preferred.
• PHR/SPHR/SHRM certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for accommodation requests and manage interactive process.
• Review job descriptions, essential functions, and medical documentation.
• Coordinate with Leave of Absence and vendors for medical restrictions.
• Ensure confidentiality and regulatory compliance of records.
• Educate leaders on ADA obligations and accommodation options.
• Document decisions and support audits.

Skills

ADA knowledge

Documentation & compliance

Interpersonal communication

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

## Workplace Accommodation Specialist - Human ResourcesApply: San Diego, CA: Full time: Posted Today: JR209907**Hours****:****Shift Start Time:**8 AM**Shift End Time:**5 PM**AWS Hours Requirement:**8/40 - 8 Hour Shift**Additional Shift Information:****Weekend Requirements:**Not Specified**On-Call Required:**No**Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):**$42.790 - $55.210 - $61.840The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position. The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant’s years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices. **What You Will Do** The Workplace Accommodation Specialist is responsible for administering and coordinating the reasonable accommodation process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), applicable state laws, and organizational policy. This role partners closely with employees, leaders, Human Resources, Leave of Absence, Recruitment, and other areas as appropriate to facilitate the interactive process, evaluate accommodation requests, and identify effective, compliant solutions that enable employees to perform the essential functions of their positions. **Required Qualifications*** 3 Years Experience administering reasonable accommodations, ADA interactive processes, employee relations, or leave management. **Preferred Qualifications*** Other : ADA related training.* Experience in healthcare or a highly regulated environment.* Experience working with accommodation review committees or cross‐functional HR teams.* Professional in Human Resources (PHR) - HR Certification Institute -PREFERRED* Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) - HR Certification Institute -PREFERRED* SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) - Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) -PREFERRED* SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) - Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) -PREFERRED **Other Qualification Requirements*** Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or 4 years of experience in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related may substitute for the degree. - REQUIRED **Essential Functions** * Reasonable Accommodation and Interactive Process Serve as the primary point of contact for employee reasonable accommodation requests. Lead and document the interactive process, including reviewing job descriptions, physical demands, essential functions, and medical documentation. Evaluate accommodation requests to determine feasibility, effectiveness, and compliance with ADA and organizational guidelines. Identify and assess potential accommodations, including job modifications, schedule adjustments, equipment, ergonomic solutions, and alternative work arrangements. Prepare Interactive Process Memos, accommodation plans, agreements of restrictions, and related documentation.* Medical Documentation and Case Review Review Reasonable Accommodation Questionnaires (RAQs) and related medical documentation for completeness and relevance. Coordinate with Leave of Absence or designated vendors to clarify medical restrictions when appropriate. Maintain confidentiality and ensure information is handled in accordance with privacy and regulatory requirements.* Stakeholder Partnership Collaborate with managers and Human Resources team members to assess operational impact and accommodation feasibility within departments. Partner with Talent Acquisition resources when accommodations cannot be implemented in the employee’s current role. Provide guidance to leaders on ADA obligations, the interactive process, and accommodation implementation.* Documentation and Compliance Ensure all accommodation decisions, approvals, denials, and alternative options are clearly documented. Maintain accurate records in case management systems and employee files. Support audits, compliance reviews, and reporting related to accommodation activity.* Education and Process Improvement Educate employees and leaders on the reasonable accommodation process and expectations. Identify trends, risks, or systemic barriers and recommend process or policy improvements. Support standardization of forms, templates, and workflows related to accommodations. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** Working knowledge of ADA, FEHA (or applicable state law), and employment compliance requirements.* Strong documentation, analytical, and case management skills.* Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion, neutrality, and professionalism.* ADA and reasonable accommodation expertise.* Professional judgment and risk assessment.* Clear written and verbal communication.* Collaboration and stakeholder management.* Attention to detail and documentation accuracy.* Confidentiality and ethical decision‐making.