Leaves Manager

HR Programs and Services is looking for a Leaves Manager to oversee the administration of Paid Leave Oregon (PLO), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA), and other leave programs while leading and supporting a team of leave administration professionals.

Department

Human Resources

Appointment Type and Duration

Regular, Ongoing

Salary

$75,000 - $85,000

Compensation Band

OS-OA07-Fiscal Year 2026-2027

FTE

1.0

Application Review Begins

September 8th 2026; position open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure consideration, a complete application must include:

• A current resume/CV.
• Three (3) professional references with contact information. References will not be contacted until you are notified.

Department Summary

University Human Resources is dedicated to strategically partnering with the university community as a comprehensive, innovative, and results-oriented department modeled on the very best human resources practices. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that will promote employee success and attract a diverse array of high performing professionals. Working in University Human Resources provides a unique opportunity to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce.

The HR Programs and Services unit manages the university's benefits, medical leaves, work-life, HR compliance, learning and development, and recognition programs for all employees. The unit provides HR support services to the campus community and is responsible for generating and distributing HR communications to all university employees. The unit develops and maintains HR programs in collaboration with campus stakeholders to support university leadership and institutional priorities.

Position Summary

As the Leaves Manager, you'll play a vital role in supporting the well-being of our employees by managing the university's leave administration programs. Reporting to the Associate Director of Benefits, you'll supervise a dedicated team while serving as the university's expert on leave administration. Your work will help employees navigate some of life's most significant moments and challenges with compassion, consistency, and expertise.

You'll oversee the day-to-day administration of a broad range of leave programs, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA), Paid Leave Oregon (PLO), parental leave, military leave, hardship leave, and the university's donated leave programs. You'll provide guidance on complex and sensitive leave cases, coordinate with the associate director and campus partners to resolve escalated issues, and help ensure compliance with federal and state laws, university policies, and best practices.

Beyond managing daily operations, you'll work closely with the Associate Director of Benefits to enhance leave programs through strategic planning, process improvements, and continuous service enhancements. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by improving the employee experience while supporting the university's mission and fostering a culture of care and compliance.

We're looking for someone who combines technical expertise with sound judgment and effective skills in listening and customer service. Because this role involves close collaboration with employees, campus partners, and the leaves team, it requires a regular in-office presence to support effective communication, relationship building, and departmental operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Five years of leave administration experience including demonstrated expertise in interpreting and applying applicable federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and procedures that affect leaves administration (e.g. FMLA, OFLA, Other state leave programs).
• Two years of supervisory experience.

Professional Competencies

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of medical leave administration, laws, and trends.
• Ability to develop, evaluate, maintain, and effectively communicate streamlined processes and best practices related to leave administration.
• Ability to work on a variety of projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to produce the highest standards of work with confidentiality and integrity.
• Flexibility to shift directions quickly when priorities change, recommend creative solutions to problems, and deliver against tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, customer service, and teamwork skills.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate complex information to individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Ability to work effectively and supportively with customers navigating stressful situations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in data analysis and reconciliation, including creating and maintaining reports.
• Working knowledge of UKG Ready and the Banner HRIS system.
• Experience working in higher education or the public sector.
• Experience working with Collective Bargaining Agreements.

FLSA Exempt: Yes

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website .

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies.

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