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Benefits Specialist I/ADA Coordinator

UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY • Logan, UT • 2w ago

Requisition ID: 2026-10170

of Openings: 1

Location: US-UT-Logan

Category: Human Resources

Position Type: Benefited Full-Time

Job Classification: Exempt

College: President

Department: Human Resources

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Overview

Utah State University is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging workplace where employees can thrive. The Benefits Specialist I/ADA Coordinator (HR Specialist I) plays a key role in administering the university's employee benefits programs while leading coordination of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) process.

This position provides guidance to employees and departments on ADA accommodations, facilitating the interactive process with professionalism, empathy, and consistency.

The role also ensures data integrity, timely and accurate processing of benefit transactions, and high-quality service to employees, retirees, and HR partners.

As part of the USU Human Resources team, this position offers the opportunity to collaborate with dedicated colleagues, contribute to continuous improvement of HR services and processes, and support a positive and inclusive employee experience across the university community.

The ideal candidate is service-oriented and enjoys helping others navigate complex situations with clarity and care. They are highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining accuracy, discretion, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

ADA Administration and Compliance (75% of time)

Leads and facilitates the ADA interactive process, coordinating with employees, supervisors, and medical providers as necessary.

Evaluates requests and makes accommodation determinations based on input from stakeholders, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements.

Educates employees on their rights and responsibilities under the ADA, including application procedures, documentation requirements, and timelines.

Advises leadership on ADA-related matters and develops/delivers training for supervisors and managers.

Prepares accommodation resolutions for review and approval, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Stays current on developing case law in the disability arena and attends conferences/trainings to ensure up to date compliance and knowledge. Ensures leadership training and HR team members are versed in any key changes.

Partners with supervisors to ensure approved accommodations are implemented effectively and consistently.

Maintains complete and confidential employee accommodation case files in accordance with recordkeeping standards.

Oversees the ADA website and manages the accommodation application process.

Develops and distributes regular reports related to accommodations for leadership and compliance purposes.

Employee Benefits Support (20% of time)

Maintains in-depth knowledge of all USU benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, COBRA, life insurance, disability, retirement, and voluntary benefits.

Interprets plan documents and applies judgment in implementing processes and procedures related to enrollment, compliance, and employee... For full info follow application link.

USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).

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