Denver Public Schools · 14 hours ago
MANAGER, BENEFITS LEAVE & ADA
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$87K/yr - $107K/yr
5+ years expDenver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. The Manager, Benefits Leave & ADA is responsible for strategically managing and administering all District Benefits, Leave of Absence, and ADA programs, ensuring compliance with regulations while supporting employee well-being.
Primary/Secondary Education
Responsibilities
Leads and manages the teams responsible for Employee Benefits and Leave of Absence (LOA) program administration
Oversees the efficient execution of day-to-day HR transactions related to LOA, policy, and procedures
Manages the ADA Interactive Process with employees to determine and implement reasonable accommodations
Directs the return-to-work process, including reviewing documentation and determining appropriate job placement/workplace accommodation
Serves as the subject matter expert for all related employment laws (Benefits, LOA, ADA) and ensures accurate case record documentation
Coaches managers and engages employees on leave policies, processes, and the reasonable accommodations process
Collaborates with departments and vendors to ensure successful HR system interfaces for accurate benefits and leave data recording and reporting
Acts as the escalation point for reviewing questionable medical documentation and seeking necessary clarity from healthcare providers
Serves as the District's advocate when determining fitness for duty, LOA, Short Term/Long Term Disability (STD/LTD), and disability retirement
Chairs the Benefits Board and identifies opportunities for process improvements within the leave and benefits functions
Qualification
Required
Minimum or Preferred of a Bachelor's or relevant work experience Human Resources Management, Business Administration or related field
Five (5) years experience in benefits administration, leave of absence, and ADA. Experience with the design and implementation of benefits programs
Two (2) years of management experience
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position
Benefits
Time off
Health and wellness benefits
PERA Retirement
Company
Denver Public Schools
The mission of Denver Public Schools is to provide all students the opportunity to achieve the knowledge and skills necessary to become contributing citizens in our diverse society.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chuck Carpenter
Chief Financial Officer
ANH NGUYEN
TRIRIGA COORDINATOR/SYSTEMS ANALYST
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