Human Resources Assistant

Barrington James • Full-time • North Carolina, United States, US • 1w ago

My client is seeking a Leave of Absence Manager to join their team. As the Leave of Absence Manager, you will be responsible for managing and administering all types of employee leaves, including FMLA, short-term and long-term disability, workers’ compensation, parental leave, and other company-specific leave programs. You will work closely with HR, payroll, managers, and employees to ensure smooth processes and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and manage the end-to-end leave of absence process, ensuring compliance with FMLA, ADA, USERRA, and other relevant laws.
Act as the primary point of contact for employees regarding leave eligibility, procedures, and status updates.
Collaborate with HR, payroll, benefits, and legal teams to ensure accurate leave tracking, reporting, and payment processing.
Partner with managers and HR business partners to coordinate employee return-to-work transitions and reasonable accommodations.
Maintain detailed and confidential leave records in HRIS and case management systems.
Monitor legislative changes related to leave management and recommend policy updates as needed.
Provide training and guidance to HR teams and managers on leave policies and best practices.
Work with third-party vendors for disability and workers’ compensation claims.
Prepare reports and analytics on leave trends, costs, and compliance.

Qualifications:

Experience: 3-5+ years in leave management, benefits administration, or HR operations.
Knowledge: Strong understanding of FMLA, ADA, state-specific leave laws, and disability programs.
Skills: Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Systems: Experience with HRIS platforms (Workday, ADP, UKG, SAP, etc.) and leave tracking tools.
Certifications (Preferred): SHRM-CP, PHR, or CLMS (Certified Leave Management Specialist).