Human Resources Consultant - Leaves & Accommodations
Snohomish County
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Leave Administration Supervisor (HRC4)
State of Washington
Dept. of Transportation
Location
Washington, 98504
Salary
$75,108 - $100,980
per year
Type
Full-Time
More Management & Supervision jobs →Closes
April 6, 2026
SES Pay Grade
Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading a team that handles employee leaves, such as medical, family, and military time off, while ensuring the transportation department follows all relevant laws and provides fair support to workers.
It requires supervising staff, managing complex cases, and advising on policies to keep things running smoothly and legally.
A good fit would be someone with strong people skills, experience in HR or employee benefits, and a knack for solving tricky problems independently.
Key Requirements
- Supervisory experience in HR, particularly leading teams in leave administration or employee benefits
- In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and multi-state leave laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, military leave)
- Ability to analyze complex cases, interpret policies, and provide expert guidance on accommodations
- Skills in managing caseloads, processing requests, and ensuring compliance and risk mitigation
- Experience with report generation, data audits, and maintaining HR databases
- Strong communication and coaching abilities for team supervision and employee interactions
- Understanding of EEO principles and equity standards to support fair practices
Full Job Description
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence!
Our dedicated workforce is responsible for planning, designing, building, and operating an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state.
In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity
WSDOT is seeking a people-focused, senior-level advisor to serve as the Leave Administration Supervisor within the Statewide Human Resources and Safety Team.
Reporting to the Internal EEO Manager, this position leads the daily administration ofthe agency’s Leave Administration Program and provides expert guidance on WSDOT’s most complex medical, family, and military leave cases, identifies risks, and recommends improvements to policy, processes, and training.
This role supervises Senior HR Consultants and directs the daily work activities of Leave Administration team members responsible for processing employee leave requests; and ensures consistent interpretation and application of leave laws across the agency.
Working with a high level of independence, this position analyzes complex issues, interprets laws and policies, and makes sound decisions that directly support WSDOT’s strategic goals.
Most importantly, this role helps ensure employees receive the leave and accommodation protections they are entitled to, supporting both employee well-being and the long-term resilience of the agency.
The position also provides Internal EEO programmatic support and may serve as Acting Internal EEO Manager when needed.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Leave Administration Supervisor will:
- Serve as the Leave Administration Program’s senior-level advisor.
- Administer protected leave policies and oversee the agencywide application of federal, state, and agency leave entitlements.
- Supervise, coach, performance manage and direct the daily work activities of Leave Administration team members.
- Provide expert consultation, guidance, and analysis of the EEO regulatory frameworks and processes that apply to the program.
- Manage and facilitate the interactive reasonable accommodation (RA) process.
- Mitigate potential risk and ensure compliance, including relevant out-of-state leave programs applicable to employees working across state lines to ensure compliance with multi-state regulations and requirements.
- Independently manage, maintain, process, and monitor a caseload of leave requests; determine leave eligibility, prepare paperwork, evaluate medical documentation, designate leave entitlements, and communicate approvals.
- Plan, organize, and provide operational coverage for team members during approved leave including, assigning, assuming, and managing caseloads.
- Generate, review, and analyze leave management reports.
- Conduct case audits to maintain data integrity, reporting metrics, support reconciliation efforts, identify emerging risks, and monitor compliance.
- Recognize and consult with the Internal EEO Manager when working on complex cases.
- Ensure Leave Administration practices align with EEO standards and equity principles.
- Assist with the development, maintenance, and management of leave and medical databases, files, and tracking mechanisms; coordinate with IT/HR partners to ensure data integrity and system functionality.
- Correspond with external entities.
- Safeguard sensitive information.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
- Employee & Labor Relations Expertise: Demonstrated ability to independently advise and consult with managers and employees on complex and sensitive employee and labor relations matters, protected leave, reasonable accommodation, performance management, workplace issues, and compliance with employment laws and policies.
- Regulatory Interpretation & Compliance: Demonstrated expertise in analyzing, interpreting, and applying federal and state laws, civil service rules, collective bargaining agreements, and agency policies to ensure consistent, compliant, and equitable outcomes.
- Analytical Thinking & Risk-Based Decision Making: Strong ability to research, analyze, and resolve complex issues with significant legal, operational, or organizational impact; exercising sound independent judgment while appropriately escalating high-risk or precedent-setting matters.
- Leadership & Staff Development: Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to lead, coach, mentor, and develop professional HR staff; conduct quality assurance reviews and case audits; and effectively recommend and support personnel actions in a compliance-driven environment.
- Supervision & Team Management: Experience supervising or leading staff, including performance management, workload prioritization, training, and professional development to ensure high-quality and consistent program delivery.
Leave Administration & Accommodation Management: Proven ability to manage a high-volume, complex caseload involving ADA accommodations, FMLA, and other protected leave types, including evaluating confidential medical documentation, determining eligibility and entitlements, identifying risks, and implementing appropriate accommodations.
Demonstrates care, empathy, and equity principles when evaluating requests and communicating respectfully with others.
- Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
- Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:
- Multi-State Leave & Regulatory Expertise: Demonstrated ability to advise on and administer complex leave programs across multiple jurisdictions, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), and Paid Leave Oregon (PLO); with the ability to interpret, analyze, and apply compliant, cross-jurisdictional practices.
- Public Sector HR Knowledge: Experience applying human resources principles within a public sector environment, including advising management on employee relations matters and interpreting civil service rules, collective bargaining agreements, and personnel policies to ensure consistent and legally compliant outcomes.
- Labor Relations & Performance Management Application: Demonstrated ability to apply labor relations principles and performance management practices to address employee performance concerns, ensuring alignment with policies, employment laws, and progressive discipline processes.
- HR Systems & Technology Proficiency: Proficiency in utilizing HR systems and technology, including HRIS platforms (e.g., applicant tracking, leave management, learning management, and performance systems), to support efficient program administration and data-informed decision-making.
- Digital Collaboration & Productivity Tools: Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams) to effectively communicate, manage workflows, and support remote or hybrid work environments.
- Professional HR Certification: Possession of a recognized HR certification (e.g., PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP), demonstrating a commitment to professional development and applied HR knowledge.
Important Notes
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position is eligible for remote work up to 100%, per supervisor approval.
- To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the “Contact Us” section of this posting.
- WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position.
For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
Why WSDOT
- Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
- Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency.
Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter listed.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Amanda Strebeck, at amanda.strebeck@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference Leave Administration Supervisor #05576 in the subject line.
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