Description

Job Id: 66786

Leave and Accommodation Specialist
Our well-known client has an immediate need for a Leave and Accommodation Specialist to join their team on a contract basis. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, has exceptional communication and customer service, and adaptable in a high-volume environment.

This is a fully remote position.

Leave and Accommodation Specialist Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries and provide information on accommodation and return to work guidelines.
• Assess eligibility and develop suggestions for accommodation requests.
• Attend team meetings and participate in discussions on upcoming separations and leave cases.
• Escalate moderate and complex issues and cases as needed.
• Update and maintain electronic employee records and files.

Leave and Accommodation Specialist Qualifications

• 2 years of experience related to HR leave of absence.
• Degree in Human Resources/Business, HR certifications, or equivalent work experience.
• Working knowledge of current ADA, FMLA, and ADAAA/Accommodation Services.
• MS Office skills with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Salary: $25+/hr. (DOE)

Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible VanderHouwen contractors and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.

About VanderHouwen
VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen has been successfully placing experienced professionals throughout the Pacific Northwest and nationwide. Our recruitment teams are highly specialized in either Technology and IT, Engineering, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Our recruiters value building meaningful, professional relationships with each candidate as well as developing honed knowledge of companies’ staffing needs and workplaces. Partner with us to land your next exciting career.

VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal civil rights laws.

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