Accomodations & Absence Management Program Manager

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ACCOMODATIONS & ABSENCE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM MANAGER Job Location

Address:
Human Resources/Equal Opportunity Office
206 S. 17th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary Range: $80,194.93 - $90,194.93

Anticipated Salary: $85,194.93

Grade: 23

Closing Date: 03/01/2026

The Accommodations & Absence Management Program Manager oversees the Accommodations and Absence Management Section of the Human Resources (HR) Unit. This position is responsible for performing high level human resources functions and carrying out responsibilities as related to accommodations and absence management functions. The Manager provides guidance and consults on a broad range of accommodations and absence management issues including relevant ADOT policies, Arizona state statutes and federal rules/laws and regulations pertaining to accommodations and absence management functions.

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.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Directs and manages the Accommodations and Absence Management Section to administer:
Processing of internal employees' accommodations requests under The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, The ADA Amendments Act of 2008, The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, and Title VII (Religious accommodation), to ensure compliance with federal and state rules, regulations, and laws.
Directs and manages the processing of Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Paid Parental Leave (PPL), and extended medical leaves including medical leaves without pay (LWOP), light-duty requests, modified duty, temporary work assignments (TWA), return to work (RTW), long-term disability (LTD), medically related separations, and Benefits Billing.
Assists the Accommodations and Absence Management Section in processing accommodation cases and absence management functions as necessary and required. Deliver training and provide guidance to supervisors and managers of all levels on accommodations and absence management functions and concerns. Interprets FMLA rules to include Paid Parental Leave (PPL).

• Federal and state civil rights laws, regulations and statutes relating to ADA, PWFA, Title VII, and EEO Compliance
• Processing of reasonable accommodation requests under ADA, Title VII and PWFA
• Demonstrated knowledge of employment law Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, TWA/Modified Duty
• Principles and techniques of investigation
• Case Management
• Design and planning programs
• Principles of management/supervision
• Organizational principles and procedures development

• Planning
• Organization
• Management/supervision
• Oral, written, and interpersonal communication
• Problem solving
• Conflict resolution
• Facilitation of meetings/groups
• Team building
• Interviewing/investigating
• Data collection and analysis
• Developing policies, procedures, templates, training and presentations
• Computer technology and databases
• Google Workspace

• Read, comprehend, and apply federal and state statutes and regulations, policies, and procedures
• Write clear and concise reports, letters, memos, findings, and any other related documents and written communications
• Communicate effectively in meetings, facilitate working groups, and work well within internal and stakeholder groups

Five (5) or more years of working experience in HR, civil rights; equal employment opportunity and compliance. Three (3) or more years of professional level experience providing guidance and training in the area of ADA, PWFA and Title VII compliance,…