Work & Family Programs Manager - Temporary - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

Posted Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 5:00 AM | Expires Friday, July 17, 2026 at 4:59 AM

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is an international, nonprofit conservation organization with two front doors: the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. We integrate wildlife health and care, science, and education to develop sustainable conservation solutions.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

The Work and Family Programs Manager is responsible for day-to-day oversight of the organization's leave of absence program, workers compensation program and work accommodation process. This position reports to the Vice President of Human Resources.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Responsible for oversight of the Work and Family programs team, including but not limited to, interviewing, hiring, training and performance management.
• Work closely with organization business partners to resolve employee issue related to leave of absences, workers compensation administration and workplace accommodations.
• Oversee Leave of Absence program and ensure compliance with all Local, State and Federal Leave of Absence laws and regulations.
• Act as the liaison between the organization and third party medical vendor for all workers compensation issues including accident follow up and accident claim management in coordination with third party administrator.
• Lead the interactive process for new and current employees.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

This is a temporary position for up to 6 months.

JOB EXPERIENCE

• Must have at least two years of experience in administration and oversight of employee work life programs or employee benefit programs.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in business or related field preferred.
• HR Certification (SHRM) preferred.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Strong working knowledge of leave of absence law, workers compensation law and fundamentals of benefits administration.
• Able to operate moderately complex computer programs and HRIS platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to handle highly complex interpersonal situations with a high level of tact and diplomacy.
• Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Able to handle multiple tasks with competing deadlines using time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver information in presentation form to various levels of employees.

SOME OF THE REWARDS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family Passes
• Complimentary Tickets
• Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Location: San Diego, CA
• Position Type: Temporary Salaried Full-Time Exempt Position - 6 months
Salary Range: $87,264 to $92,264

About The Salary Ranges

The posted salary range represents the full compensation potential for this role over time. Initial hiring offers are typically made within the lower to mid portion of the range and are based on a combination of relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and organizational considerations. Placement near the top of the range is generally reserved for individuals who demonstrate sustained performance, growth, and expanded responsibilities in the role over time.

Fraudulent Recruiting

Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person.

If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail ***email_hidden***. If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.

At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we celebrate our differences and foster a culture of belonging. Diversity strengthens our employees, enriches our guests’ experiences, deepens our connection to our community, and supports the wildlife we serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to ***email_hidden*** and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. We are not offering sponsorship for this position at this time.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.

2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA