As the nation's largest community credit union, we begin every day focused on delivering superior financial products and services for our 1.3 million members and more than $30 billion in managed assets. Our work has an economic impact as we support our members' financial goals. We are unapologetic about being devoted to our members and the communities we serve. Our business is guided by our people helping people philosophy – which includes our team members.

　　BECU has been in business for more than 85 years, driven by unwavering core values and a dedication to improving the communities we serve. While we have a rich history, the future of our company, accelerated by business and technology transformation, is even brighter. There's never been a better time to work for BECU.

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　　PAY RANGE

　　The Target Pay Range for this position is $100,900-$123,200 annually. The full Pay Range is $78,400-$145,800 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role.

　　BENEFITS

　　Employees and their eligible family members have access to a wide array of employee benefits, such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage. Employees have access to disability and AD&D insurance. We also offer health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, as well as health savings accounts, to eligible employees. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan and employer-funded retirement plan. Newly hired employees accrue 6.16 hours of paid time off (PTO) on a per pay period basis based on hours worked (up to a maximum of 160 PTO hours per year) and receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Additional details regarding BECU Benefits can be found here .

　　IMPACT YOU’LL MAKE :

　　As a Sr. Workplace Accommodation Specialist, you will play a crucial role in facilitating the interactive process of accommodation for qualified employees with disabilities. You will be instrumental in ensuring that reasonable accommodation is provided timely, efficiently, and effectively, making a direct impact on the workplace accessibility and inclusivity. Your expertise will contribute to compliance with federal and state employment and privacy laws, and your efforts will directly support employees in performing the essential functions of their jobs.

　　This role can be done remotely from WA, OR, ID, AZ, TX, GA, SC.*

　　WHAT YOU’LL DO :

　　Expert Guidance and Proactive Administration: Interpret and administer the accommodation program and policies in accordance with applicable federal and state employment laws, ensuring proactive compliance with regulations such as the ADAAA, FMLA, USERRA, and State Paid Leave plans. Advise and make recommendations on accommodations in alignment with employment and leave laws, providing proactive support to employees and managers.

　　Process Engagement and Building Relationships: Engage in the interactive process with managers, educating them about disability rights and employer responsibilities under the ADAAA regulations for reasonable accommodation requests. Foster business relationships with managers, offering guidance and consultative advice to manage accommodation requests effectively.

　　Assessing and Documenting Accommodation Requests: Review and interpret confidential medical documentation to determine eligibility for reasonable accommodations, ensuring a clear understanding of essential job functions. Document reasonable accommodation requests, the interactive process, and recommendations in the ER Case Management System (HR Acuity).

　　Collaboration and Training: Collaborate with managers and coworkers to develop and conduct training on ADA reasonable accommodations and intersecting laws, including federal and state leave laws. Collaborate with the Employee Relations team to manage complex cases effectively.

　　Adaptive Communication and Skills: Utilize strong verbal and written communication skills to consult and advise internally and externally, including engaging with health care providers, vendors, and regulatory agencies. Apply organizational, time-management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

　　BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

　　Minimum of five years of experience managing workplace accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act and employee leaves of absence plans.

　　Experience working with federal and state disability and leave laws, specifically the ADAAA and FMLA.

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and preferably Workday experience.

　　Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

　　Interpersonal skills to effectively consult, advise, and influence internally at all levels of the organization and externally with health care providers, vendors, and regulatory agencies.

　　Experience working independently and as part of a team, establishing effective working relationships with colleagues.

　　Experience applying discretion and independent judgment, exercising confidentiality, and demonstrating respect and due diligence in sensitive situations.

　　Demonstrated organizational, time-management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.

　　EEO Statement:

　　BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

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　　From our very beginning, BECU has been about people helping people. As a financial services cooperative, our purpose has and always will be the same: we work together to best serve our members and improve the financial well-being of our community. More than 80 years and one million members later, we're still rooted in our values, practices and mission - and even more passionate about our future.

　　As one of the nation's leading credit unions, we're not driven by profit. We're owned by our members and their interests are at the core of everything we do. Now we're growing faster than ever before--but we'll never forget our roots. To continue doing right by our members, we believe we must first do right by our people. Here, you'll receive the resources and support you need to learn, grow and build a meaningful career. Because we know it's our people who make us special.