Raley's Accommodations Specialist

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This is an in-person role based in West Sacramento CA. This position is not remote or hybrid and does not offer relocation assistance.

Who We Are

The Raleys Companies is a private family-owned and purpose-driven retail company headquartered in West Sacramento CA. Since our founding in 1935 our store operations have grown to include more than 235 locations across four states and four Tribal Nations under eight well-known banners: Raleys Bel Air Nob Hill Foods Raleys O-N-E Market Bashas Food City AJs Fine Foods and Bashas Diné addition The Raleys Companies bridges the divide between the physical and digital retail experiences through the operation of Apium Logistics Fieldera and FieldTRUE. Built on a higher purpose the organization and our over 21000 employees are committed to quality offerings exceptional service and doing right by our team members communities and planet.

Today the Raleys Bel Air Markets Nob Hill Foods and Raleys O-N-E Market banners carry on Toms legacy of innovation by serving as more than grocery stores. Our purpose of changing the way the world eats one plate at a time has made Raleys a trusted source for nutrition and wellness. We strive to enhance transparency and education in the food system to help customers make more informed healthy food choices. We also serve as the destination for the best fresh products affordable offerings and personalized service.

Position Purpose

As our Accommodations Specialist you will support disabled and injured team members by facilitating workplace accommodations and return-to-work solutions that enable employees to safely remain at or return to work. This role serves as a key resource for ADA accommodations leave programs and return-to-work processes while partnering with team members leaders medical providers and business partners to ensure compliance consistency and positive outcomes.

What Youll Do & How Youll Make a Difference

Lead the interactive process for team members with injuries illnesses or disabilities
Identify accommodation and return-to-work assignments that meet medical restrictions
Review job descriptions and medical documentation to evaluate accommodation options
Partner with leaders to coordinate implement and monitor accommodation requests
Communicate return-to-work status and accommodation decisions to impacted parties
Monitor and document case activity from injury or illness through reinstatement
Partner with Risk Management and workers compensation providers to support claim resolution
Administer accommodation and return-to-work refusal processes and escalations
Maintain proactive communication with impacted team members throughout the process
Develop and administer return-to-work processes and procedures
Ensure accommodation requests follow established policies and centralized processes
Maintain documentation tracking and records for accommodation and leave cases
Coordinate documentation required for legal claims and compliance matters
Facilitate claim review meetings and develop proactive return-to-work solutions
Recommend improvements to return-to-work and leave administration programs
Serve as a resource for leave of absence programs ADA accommodations and related laws
Monitor compliance with federal state and local leave and accommodation regulations
Analyze leave trends and program effectiveness
Design and deliver leave and ADA compliance training for leaders
Coordinate leave pay benefits and payroll integration activities
Communicate pay and benefit implications related to leave programs

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Associate degree in Business Human Resources or related field
Three (3) years of experience managing leave of absence and accommodation programs
Equivalent combination of education and experience considered
Workers compensation benefits administration experience preferred

Required Knowledge

Leave of absence programs and administration
ADA accommodations and interactive process requirements
Federal state and local leave and accommodation laws
Workers compensation processes and return-to-work practices
Human resources policies and compliance requirements

Skills & Abilities

Ability to build collaborative professional working relationships at all levels
Ability to apply disability and leave management principles and practices
Ability to adapt procedures and processes to changing business needs
Ability to exercise sound judgment and accomplish assigned goals
Ability to maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork
Ability to operate multiple computer systems and software applications
Ability to manage changing priorities and workloads
Ability to respond effectively to team member inquiries and requests
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong presentation and facilitation skills
Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Commitment to a culture of respect inclusion and collaboration

Certifications

PHR preferred

Physical Demands

Sitting for extended periods
Viewing computer monitor
Frequent telephone usage

Work Environment

Work is performed in a normal business office environment. Occasional travel to outside locations or meetings may be required.

Internal Applicants:

No disciplinary action during the past 6 months.
Your current leader must recommend that you apply for this position and provide endorsement upon request from HR.
You must upload a resume and answer all application questions.

Compensation: The range displayed reflects the range the company reasonably expects to pay for the position. The actual compensation offered to the selected individual(s) will depend on their relevant education training or experience among other bona fide factors.