FMLA/ADA Coordinator

Salary: $60,440.88 Annually

Location: Taylorsville Campus, UT

Job Type: Exempt Full Time

Job Number: 1E9774

Division: Business Services

Closing Date: 3/30/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA
Exempt

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must provide a valid Utah residential address within 30 days of their start date.

Job Summary

At Salt Lake Community College, we believe our people make us great. Within our People
and Workplace Culture team, this position, in collaboration with the Director, Benefits
and HRIS and the Benefits team, will work closely with employees and supervisors
regarding FML, ADA, other leaves and short and long-term disability.
Under minimal supervision, utilize professional judgement to determine outcomes for
complex high risk and high liability FMLA/ADA employee case outcomes. Collaborate with
legal counsel and state risk on complex high risk and high liability FMLA/ADA cases.
Consult with and advise supervisors and employees on cases specifically
involving ADA and FMLA.
This position will navigate complex ADA and medical leave situations while considering
both the human element and the framework and standards of operation within the law.
Draft and coordinate FMLA, Employee ADA, and other leave policies and guidance for the
College. Monitor compliance and employment law changes on a regular basis and updates
practices and policy accordingly.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities & Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of Federal and State HR statutes, laws, and regulations. In-depth knowledge of
Family Leave (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other employee leaves,
with ability to appropriately apply standards and problem solving skills to reduce liability to
the College. Knowledge of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS). Knowledge of
word processing, spread sheet, presentation, and report writing software. Business
English, writing and vocabulary, business math. Ability to write effectively and concisely.
Effective communication and human relations skills. Demonstrate advanced level of
judgement, critical thinking skills, and discretion dealing with highly sensitive and
confidential information. Demonstrate effective listening and empathic skills to understand
the best ADA and leave outcome for employees and for the College. Ability to create and
maintain a good working relationship with College departments, and internal staff. Ability
to create understanding when working with individuals and groups as it pertains to leaves.
Demonstrate high level of professional judgement to make decisions regarding complex
high risk and high liability FMLA/ADA employee case outcomes. Ability to be self-directed,
prioritize and align work with desired outcomes of the College. Ability to complete
complex assignments that impact outcomes with minimal supervision. Ability to navigate
complex interpersonal and medical leave situations while considering both the human
element and the framework and standards of operation within the law. Ability to
communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and
backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College. Ability to work
with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic
backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with
disabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Advisory & Case Management

• Serves as primary resource for FMLA, ADA, and leave-related inquiries
• Reviews requests, determines eligibility, and communicates outcomes
• Guides supervisors and employees through complex leave and accommodation processes
• Maintains ongoing communication with stakeholders throughout cases

Compliance & Risk Management

• Interprets federal and state regulations and institutional policy
• Collaborates with legal counsel and risk management on complex or high-liability cases
• Monitors regulatory updates and recommends policy or process changes

Documentation & Systems

• Maintains confidential files and case documentation in compliance with legal requirements
• Tracks leave requests, determinations, and outcomes using systems and reporting tools
• Prepares reports and metrics related to leave and accommodation activity

Training & Education

• Provides training and consultation to supervisors and staff regarding FMLA, ADA, and leave programs
• Develops resources and materials to increase institutional understanding of leave policies

Program Administration

• Coordinates accommodation implementation and follow-up
• Oversees leave program processes including medical, statutory, and institutional leaves
• Supports emergency and outbreak-related leave responses when applicable

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, and related employment regulations
• Ability to analyze complex situations and determine appropriate outcomes
• Strong judgment and discretion handling confidential information
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
• Ability to interpret policies and apply them consistently
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College.
• Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Two (2) to four (4) years of full-time
  experience in human resources focused on Benefits and ADA/FML Leave.
• Trade off 2:1 in experience/education requirement. Part time experience may be substituted on a prorated
  basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Employee Benefit experience.
• FML/ADA certification.
• HR Certification.
• Higher Education Experience

SLCC Information

Salt Lake Community College is Utah’s largest open-access college in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah’s fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students’ lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 8 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment.

Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation occurs when we can collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.

Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options.

This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check.