HR Leave of Absence Specialist

Role Overview

• Administer and manage all employee leaves of absence, including FMLA, ADA, state-specific leaves, military leaves, and company-sponsored leaves.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions regarding leave, eligibility, and plan processes
• Responsible for assisting employees with FMLA/LOA in accordance with applicable law and Company policy, by providing required information to employees and obtaining proper documentation within required time frames
• Conduct eligibility reviews, provide required notices, track time, and maintain compliant documentation throughout the leave cycle and keep HR Director abreast of leave status
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local leave laws, including multi-state regulations for a remote workforce
• Coordinate return-to-work processes with employees, managers, and HR leadership
• Partner with payroll to ensure accurate pay, PTO usage, and benefits contributions during leaves
• Maintain strict confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA when handling sensitive medical information
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resources files, records, and documentation for related areas of responsibility
• Deliver empathetic, professional employee support while maintaining confidentiality and consistency
• Represent the Company in a positive manner through professional conduct, attitude, and appearance
• Understand and comply with company policies and procedures
• Follow Company Confidentiality and Security policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Associates Degree or equivalent from two year college or technical school in related field; or SHRM Certification preferred
• At least three years HR related experience required