Manager, ADA, Leave, and Workplace Accommodations for Academic
Employees
Job No: 562695
Work Type: Management (MPP)
Location: Southern California: Long Beach
Categories: Bargaining Unit: MPP, Job Search
Category/Discipline: Administrative, Appointment Type: At-Will,
Time Basis: Full Time
Join the vibrant community at California State University,
Long Beach (CSULB)!
Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an
inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California
lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus-one of the largest in the CSU
system-serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its
commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic
and research initiatives.
As a member of the CSULB community, you'll experience a dynamic
environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy,
and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.
Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal
relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches,
year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient
access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It's an ideal place
to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California
has to offer.
Job Summary
This position serves as the subject matter expert on disability
management, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), California
Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Family and Medical Leave
Act (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA), workplace
accommodations, return-to-work programs, and related employment
compliance matters for Academic Employees. Reporting to the
Director of Academic Employee and Labor Relations , the Manager
provides strategic oversight and leadership for complex
accommodation, disability, and leave matters affecting faculty,
academic management and Unit 11 student employees. The successful
candidate will partner with leaders to develop innovative, legally
compliant, and employee-centered solutions that support academic
employee success, workplace inclusion, and operational
effectiveness.
This role offers an opportunity to shape and enhance disability
management and accommodation and leaves programs for Academic
Employees at one of the nation's largest and most diverse public
universities.
Key Responsibilities
- Serves as Faculty Affairs lead administrator, subject matter
expert, and primary point of contact for workplace accommodations,
disability management, and return-to-work programs for faculty,
Unit 11 employees, and Academic Administrators.
SLeave Administration and Compliance for Academic Employees.
Provides strategic oversight and administration of academic
employee leave programs and ensures compliance with federal and
state laws, collective bargaining agreements, CSU policies, and
university procedures.
Employee Relations Consultation and Complex Case Management.
Provides consultation and support to Academic Affairs leadership on
employee relations matters involving accommodations, disability
management, leaves of absence, performance management, workplace
conduct, and labor relations concerns.
Training, Policy Development, Reporting and Program
Improvement.
Department
Employee Relations
Duration of Appointment
This is a regular, at-will position.
Classification
Administrator I
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and
qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal
equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.
- Hiring Range: The hiring range for this
position is $6,907 - $8,000 per month commensurate with candidate's
education, experience, skills, and training.
Benefits
At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health,
growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects
our commitment to your overall well-being.
To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at
least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six
months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary
based on appointment type, classification, and applicable
collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access
to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:
- Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year
(based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid
holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
- Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental,
and vision plans.
- Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS
defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as
403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
- Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver
programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by
employee group and bargaining unit.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Confidential counseling and support services for employees and
their families.
- Additional Benefits: Wellness programs,
professional development opportunities, and insurance options
including life, disability, and pet insurance.
Candidates are encouraged to review the appropriate
CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to their
position. Additionally, the
CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help
prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits
package and how it complements base salary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The ideal candidate possesses thorough knowledge of general human
resources practices, campus policies, and leave‑related laws
including FMLA, CFRA, and other applicable regulations, along with
a solid understanding of ADA workplace accommodations. They
demonstrate strong organizational, project management, and
problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple
priorities and respond promptly to requests for guidance.
Experience with HR enterprise systems such as PeopleSoft is
essential, as is the ability to read and interpret collective
bargaining agreements to ensure program compliance and properly
resolve or escalate issues. The candidate excels in both written
and verbal communication, using strong grammar, spelling, and
punctuation skills to produce clear training, guides, and employee
or manager communications. They are detail‑oriented, able to
prioritize effectively, and consistently follow all university
policies, procedures, and guidelines, including those related to
safety, civility, and information practices.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse
campus community. Ability to follow all university policies,
procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety,
civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and
procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university
experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the
university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration,
Public Administration, Industrial Relations, Law, Healthcare
Administration, or a related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience administering
disability management, ADA accommodations, employee leaves,
employee relations, return-to-work programs, or related human
resources functions.
• Demonstrated expertise in ADA, FEHA, FMLA, CFRA, PWFA, disability
management, and workplace accommodation processes.
• Experience managing complex and sensitive employee cases
requiring independent judgment and discretion.
• Ability to interpret and apply employment laws, regulations,
policies, and collective bargaining provisions.
• Excellent consultation, communication, problem-solving, and
relationship-management skills.
Application Procedures
Click "Apply Now" to complete the CSULB Online Employment
Application.
Please fill out the application completely. It is important that
all sections of the online application are completed fully and
accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and
experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you
meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Physical Summary
Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walking
and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects
(10 pounds or less).
Additional Information
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions
(i.e. H-1B Visas).
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be
completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will
make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if
the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it
is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified
information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background
check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee
who was conditionally offered the position.
Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are
subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully
completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past
12 months.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated
reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting
Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in
CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of
employment.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB
provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful
discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color,
ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB
complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of
the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California
Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art.
I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable
state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's
Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential
treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status,
and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all
university programs, policies, and practices.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful,
professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of
harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated
appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility
and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected
of all employees.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees
with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or
requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the
application or hiring process should contact
StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system,
is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires
all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of
California.
As of January 1, 2022 the https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/"
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Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform
CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Application Closes: 13 October 2026
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