Senior Leave of Absence Analyst

Description The Senior Leave of Absence Analyst serves as the coordinator for leaves of absence such as FMLA, CFRA, PDL, Workers' Comp, Military Leaves, etc., for UCLA Health employees. In this role, you will communicate with employees and supervisors on appropriate leave types and determine leave qualification and eligibility accordingly. You will also provide leave of absence consultation, answer questions regarding entitlements and provide information regarding available benefits.
The Senior Leave of Absence Analyst provides managers and employees with assistance throughout the leave lifecycle and manages case files for each assigned leave of absence in accordance with state, federal, University policy, and/or collective bargaining agreement. You will also coordinate with Disability Management for accommodation requests and consult with Medical Center Employee/Labor Relations for guidance on complicated cases.
Salary Range: $64,800-$137,600 Annually

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business, social sciences, or related field or equivalent experience
*3 years of Leave Management experience, inclusive of the application of collective bargaining agreements, case law, directives, policies, and legislation
*Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and organizational skills
*Ability to ask thoughtful questions to understand past precedents and practices
*Proven relationship management skills required to effectively partner with staff at all levels of the organization
*Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
*Demonstrated ability to conduct root cause analysis and problem resolution
*Effective verbal and written communication skills
*Strong knowledge base of UC policy, contracts, and UCPath SOPs preferred