Human Resources Generalist I, ADA

About the role

This position manages the College’s disability accommodation process (ADAAA), facilitating the full lifecycle of accommodation requests, including intake, the interactive process, and final documentation, while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the initial intake interview to identify the nature of the request and the specific barriers to essential job functions.
• Lead the collaborative dialogue between the employee, their supervisor, and the AVP of Employee Services to explore reasonable accommodation options that do not pose an undue hardship to the College.
• Manage the secure collection and analysis of medical documentation to verify the existence of a disability as defined by the ADA.
• Communicate with supervisors and, as needed, cabinet members.
• Draft formal decision documents and accommodation agreements that clearly outline the approved supports, duration, and expectations for both the employee and the department.
• Establish and maintain secure, confidential medical files for all ADAAA requests.
• Provide monthly status reports to AVP on accommodations in place.
• Support the Compensation lead by updating job descriptions and maintaining classification data.
• Aid in research for position reviews.
• Update and maintain the HR Specialist Resource Guide for accommodation and reporting procedures.
• Establish and maintain a systematic record retention program for sensitive medical and leave documentation in accordance with State and Federal laws.
• Participate in College committees or task forces as assigned by the Assistant Vice President of Employee Services, contributing HR expertise to institutional initiatives.
• Provide backup support to the HR team for high-volume periods, including assisting with general customer inquiries or special projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or another related field; plus, two (2) years in a full-support Human Resources department, with specific experience in ADAAA administration and HRIS reporting.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to facilitate the interactive process and draft formal decision documents.
• Ability to deliver difficult messages to employees and supervisors. With the direction of AVP and legal on specific complicated cases.
• Professionalism: Ability to perform in a professional manner and maintain a high level of accountability.
• Critical Thinking: Demonstrated analytical skills to interpret complex policy, procedure, and law.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting with data and job description maintenance.
• In-depth knowledge of Colorado FAMLI and its interaction with FMLA and Workers' Compensation.
• Experience in a higher education human resources environment.

Skills

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deliver difficult messages to employees and supervisors.
• Professionalism: Ability to perform in a professional manner and maintain a high level of accountability.
• Critical Thinking: Demonstrated analytical skills to interpret complex policy, procedure, and law.

Benefits

• 100% employer provided medical & dental coverage employees (employee only option).
• 85% employer provided medical & dental coverage for employee's spouse and/or family.
• Voluntary vision insurance.
• Staff Annual Leave (minimum accrual of 15 days) & Sick (minimum accrual of 12 days).
• 17 paid holidays and 3 personal days each year.
• Summer schedule: 4-day work week - Fridays Off.
• Tuition waiver & reimbursement for employees.
• Tuition waiver for dependents.
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits).
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available.
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest.
• Free parking on all campuses.

Pay

Minimum Hiring Annual Salary $58,171.00
Maximum Hiring Annual Salary $62,825.00

Schedule

The position operates on a standard 40-hour workweek.