Leave Specialist

HR Staff

Full Time

77721BR

Job Summary

Leave Specialist applies knowledge of job protected leaves to manage leave administration for employees and populations at UCSF. Provides consultation and assistance in relation to leave cases. Uses skills and experience as a seasoned, experienced professional with a comprehensive understanding of leave of absence management practices and University policies and procedures. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions and developing recommendations relative to employee leave cases where analysis of situations and data requires a review of a variety of factors. This professional will work with diverse populations within UCSF including Health and Campus staff, academic and faculty and will cater and tailor their recommendations as appropriate.   

Under the direction of the Leave of Absence Manager, general instructions may be provided on new assignments, projects and initiatives.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

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Department Description

UCSF Human Resources (Campus/Health) has a mission of attracting, developing, and retaining outstanding and diverse people with a vision of being a strategic and reliable partner empowering the UCSF community to leverage their talents. Human Resources is committed to providing an outstanding customer experience, prioritizing workforce strategies, creating an engaging environment focused on continuous improvement for the HR team, and demonstrating value to the organization.

UCSF HR Shared Services consists of multiple operational and processing teams supporting all components of UCSF which includes staff and academic populations. These teams partner closely with UCSF Campus Departments and the Health System, HR Talent Management, People Wellness, and the Office of Faculty and Academic Affairs (VPAA) to assist and deliver a comprehensive array of HR services designed to attract, develop and retain diverse workforce talent.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Minimum of three years of experience in a leaves of absence administration role
• Strong analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills
• Thorough knowledge of organization policies and procedures; knowledge of state and federal leave laws (FML, PDL, CFRA, KinCare) and understands how work may impact other areas
• Comprehensive knowledge of the organization's employee benefits and leave management function and programs in order to provide information and interpretation and address unique circumstances as well as routine situations
• Demonstrated strong writing, speaking, and group presentation skills in order to present information in a clear and concise manner to multiple levels in the organization
• Knowledge of all benefits programs in order to provide information and interpretation
• Excellent interpersonal skills when working with diverse UC populations including the ability to remain calm in escalated situations; and demonstrates sensitivity, respect, tact, and diplomacy in all interactions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with protected health information (PHI)
• Communicates and accepts constructive feedback in a manner that promotes a positive outcome and supportive work environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of UC policies, procedures, and bargaining agreements related to benefits and leave of absence
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word, Powerpoint), OLPPS, PeopleSoft,  HBS timekeeping, HR Umbrella
• Knowledge of Lincoln Financial Group disability plans, state disability, and or workers’ compensation temporary disability
• SHPR/PHR

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

008676 LEAVE OF ABSENCE SPEC 3

Job Category

Human Resources, Professional (Non-Clinical)

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Location

Flexible (combination of onsite and remote work)

Additional Shift Details

M-F, 8-5pm