HR Advisor ( Accessibility & Accommodations)
U.S. Bank · St Louis, MO · Yesterday
Hybrid$82k–$96k/yrFull-time
About the role
Join a purpose-driven organization where people are at the center of everything we do and where HR plays a critical role in enabling business performance, managing risk, and creating an inclusive workplace experience. We are looking for an HR Advisor to join our Accessibility & Accommodations team, a specialized group that assists employees in navigating disability-related needs, workplace barriers, and leave-related situations.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end accommodation and leave cases involving the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), leaves of absence, and workplace accessibility matters
- Evaluate medical information, restrictions, job requirements, and accommodation options to determine appropriate solutions
- Analyze complex and often ambiguous situations, applying sound judgment to develop practical, compliant, and business-aligned recommendations
- Partner with Employee Relations, Legal, Leave Administration, and other key stakeholders to assess legal, operational, and employee impacts while balancing risk, employee experience, and business needs
- Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, HR partners, and stakeholders on accommodation strategies, leave administration, and accessibility-related matters
- Communicate sensitive decisions and complex information with clarity, professionalism, and empathy
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 3–5+ years of experience in employee relations, HR advisory services, disability management, accommodation administration, or related HR functions
Preferred Experience
- Experience in HR Operations, HR Advisory Services, or an HR Service Center environment
- Knowledge of workplace accommodations, disability management, leave administration, and accessibility solutions
- Experience working with case management systems such as ServiceNow
- Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving capabilities
- Experience partnering with Legal, Employee Relations, or other risk-management functions on complex issues
- Experience interpreting and applying ADA, FMLA, PWFA, and related federal, state, and local laws
- Experience managing complex employee cases requiring independent judgment and stakeholder consultation
What We Offer
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives and experiences of employees across the enterprise
- Exposure to complex, high-visibility work that strengthens your expertise, judgment, influence, and strategic thinking in accessibility, accommodations, and employment-related compliance
- A collaborative HR team that values continuous learning, partnership, and shared problem solving
Who You Are
- A confident and credible advisor who can navigate sensitive situations with professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment
- Skilled at analyzing complex information and translating legal, medical, and operational considerations into practical recommendations
- Comfortable operating independently and making decisions in situations where guidance may not always be clearly defined
- Strong in critical thinking, risk assessment, and balancing competing priorities
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accurate, defensible documentation and high-quality case management
- Passionate about accessibility, inclusion, and creating workplace solutions that provide equitable access
Why this role matters
- You will directly influence the employee experience by helping remove workplace barriers and ensuring employees have meaningful access to opportunities and support
- You will serve as a key advisor in situations that require both technical expertise and thoughtful human judgment, helping leaders make informed and defensible decisions
- You will contribute to a workplace culture that values inclusion, accessibility, and belonging while maintaining a strong compliance and risk-management
- You will help the organization navigate evolving disability and leave requirements while delivering consistent and equitable outcomes
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 3–5+ years of experience in employee relations, HR advisory services, disability management, accommodation administration, or related HR functions
Pay Range
$81,515.00 - $95,900.00