DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

Address:  Human Resources/Equal Opportunity Office
206 S. 17th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary Range: $80,194.93 - $90,194.93 

Anticipated Salary: $85,194.93

Grade: 23

Closing Date: 03/01/2026

The Accommodations & Absence Management Program Manager oversees the Accommodations and Absence Management Section of the Human Resources (HR) Unit. This position is responsible for performing high level human resources functions and carrying out responsibilities as related to accommodations and absence management functions. The Manager provides guidance and consults on a broad range of accommodations and absence management issues including relevant ADOT policies, Arizona state statutes and federal rules/laws and regulations pertaining to accommodations and absence management functions.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Directs and manages the Accommodations and Absence Management Section to administer: Processing of internal employees'
accommodations requests under The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, The ADA Amendments Act of 2008, The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, and Title VII (Religious accommodation), to ensure compliance with federal and state rules, regulations, and laws.

Directs and manages the processing of Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Paid Parental Leave (PPL), and extended medical leaves including medical leaves without pay (LWOP), light-duty requests, modified duty, temporary work assignments (TWA), return to work (RTW), long-term disability (LTD), medically related separations, and Benefits Billing.

Assists the Accommodations and Absence Management Section in processing accommodation cases and absence management functions as necessary and required. Deliver training and provide guidance to supervisors and managers of all levels on accommodations and absence management functions and concerns. Interprets FMLA rules to include Paid Parental Leave (PPL).

Knowledge of:

• Federal and state civil rights laws, regulations and statutes relating to ADA, PWFA,Title VII, and EEO Compliance
  
• Processing of reasonable accommodation requests under ADA, Title VIl and PWFA 
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of employment law Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, TWA/Modified Duty
  
• Principles and techniques of investigation
  
• Case Management
  
• Design and planning programs
  
• Principles of management/supervision
  
• Organizational principles and procedures development

Skill in:

• Planning
  
• Organization
  
• Management/supervision
  
• Oral, written, and interpersonal communication
  
• Problem solving
  
• Conflict resolution
  
• Facilitation of meetings/groups
  
• Team building
  
• Interviewing/investigating
  
• Data collection and analysis
  
• Developing policies, procedures, templates, training and presentations
  
• Computer technology and databases
  
• Google Workspace

Ability to:

• Read, comprehend, and apply federal and state statutes and regulations, policies, and procedures
  
• Write clear and concise reports, letters, memos, findings, and any other related documents and written communications
  
• Communicate effectively in meetings, facilitate working groups, and work well with internal and stakeholder groups

Five (5) or more years of working experience in HR, civil rights; equal employment opportunity and compliance. Three (3) or more
years of professional level experience providing guidance and training in the area of ADA, PWFA and Title VIl compliance, Fair Labor
Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, TWA/Modified Duty. Equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to
provide the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and  the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.