Staff Professional Trainee - Human Resources ( HR ), Accommodations
University of Nevada, RenoAbout the role
The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.
If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or jobs@unr.edu. For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778.
Job Description
The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a Staff Professional Trainee for the Department of Human Resources, Accommodations team. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with departments across campus and evaluate accommodation requests. The Staff Professional Trainee position reports to the Accommodations Coordinator.
This position is responsible for receiving, researching, and evaluating, requests for employee accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), Fair Housing Act, and Title VII.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Reviews requests for accommodations under the ADA, PWFA, Fair Housing Act, and Title VII religious’ accommodation
Responsible for engaging employees, medical professionals, supervisors, and HR Business Partners to assist employees with disabilities who require workplace accommodations
Determines whether requests qualify under law; determines reasonableness of request, and makes recommendations for approval; author accommodation recommendations
Provide communication and training to employees and supervisors
Provide guidance to campus regarding issues relating to accommodations
Ensure compliance with federal and state laws
Required Qualifications
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any field; OR
Two (2) years of journey level technical or paraprofessional experience in the field in which the applicant is to be trained.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with experience in Human resources, compliance, accommodation, or disability services are encouraged to apply.
Candidates with experience working in higher education are encouraged to apply.
Schedule
The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.
Compensation Grade
Grade 30
In classified service, salary is in Grade and Step. The Step is determined based on the Nevada Administrative Code. Salary placement above a Step 01 at initial appointment is determined based on the recruitment, the candidate’s qualifications, internal equity and budgets. A request to accelerate salary must be approved by Human Resources and abide by the Nevada Administrative Code.
To view the classified compensation schedules, please visit: Classified Compensation. Select Salary schedule, PP01.
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Perks of PERS
Classified Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire. The PERS retirement plan is beyond compare. Please visit the Benefit Estimator Retirement Calculator for more information.
“I’m so thankful that I followed the path that lead me to a PERS retirement. I was able to retire at age 60 with a paycheck close to my full salary. I watched the solid performance of PERS funds for 25 years. Even in times of a poor economy, PERS kept it together! I’m completely secure and confident that my retirement will always be there for me.” – Robin F.
Perks of Working at UNR