DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is a social and human services agency whose mission is to successfully partner with families, caregivers, and the community to strengthen families, ensure safety, and achieve permanency for all Arizona's children through prevention, services, and support. FMLA/ADA COORDINATOR (HR) HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST SR - EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
3003 N Central Ave Phoenix, AZ 85012 Salary: $30.1443 HRLY/$62,700.14 salary
Grade: 22
Closing Date: November 14, 2024 Job Summary: Under the direction of the Employee Relations Manager, this position administers and makes decisions regarding DCS leave and disability programs. This includes Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Military Leave, Workers Compensation, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, and medical leave not covered by FMLA.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
Job Duties: Handles the FMLA leave administration process from the employee's initial notice of the need for leave to the return to work. This includes gathering and completing all required paperwork, determining leave eligibility, designating leave as FMLA-qualifying, requesting medical certification as needed, and accounting for intermittent and reduced schedule leave use. Communicates with employees regarding their needs for leave and/or modified work schedules. Ensures that employees are aware of their responsibilities and of any documentation and notice required to qualify for and to take leave. Advises managers and employees on the interaction of leave laws with paid time off, workers compensation, and short-term and long-term disability benefits. Investigates, researches, evaluates, ensures compliance with, and provides consultation on leave-related issues (FMLA, ADA, etc.). Escalate concerns as appropriate. Maintains knowledge of all applicable leave and accommodation laws including the FMLA, ADA, and state and local laws. Draft and/or recommend revisions to company leave policies and documents to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Drafts and updates Standard Operating Procedures. Prepares and facilitates training to agency leadership. Leads and/or participates in small/mid-size special HR projects or assignments using the Lean Management System Methodology. Ensures Human Resources Information Solution (HRIS) and other system data is current; partners with DCS Payroll to create reports and update leave types and related information. Other duties as assigned related to the position. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of:
FMLA law ADA Law Federal and state statutes applicable to employee relations and/or area of responsibility Arizona State Personnel Rules Project management Microsoft Office applications HRIS Skills in:
Leadership Excellent verbal and written communication Listening Report preparation Proficient in Excel Excellent customer service Public Speaking Time management Detail-orientation Organization Multi-tasking Teamwork and Collaboration Technological aptitude Strong interpersonal skills Adept at problem-solving Ability to:
Multi-task and prioritize to manage a multitude of cases at once Conduct research and analysis Work with deadlines in a fast-paced environment Identify process improvement initiatives in work area Identify issues and resolve problems in a timely manner Communicate clearly, both written and orally Effectively read and interpret information, present numerical data in a resourceful manner, and skillfully gather and analyze information Organize, accurate, thorough, and able to monitor work for quality Follow instructions, respond to management direction, and must be able to improve performance through management feedback Selective Preference(s): Bachelor's Degree in a related field and two years of professional work experience in a Human Resources office managing FMLA. Expert experience using Excel to create spreadsheets and statistical charts. Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred.
Pre-Employment Requirements: Must be able to secure and maintain clearance from DCS Central Registry.
This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits: The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans 10 paid holidays per year Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly Deferred compensation plan Wellness plans By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Retirement: Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Contact Us: Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting ******** or by email at ******** . Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Should you have any further questions regarding the interview process you can reach out to a member of our recruitment team at ******** or by email at ******** . The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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