Leave of Absence Specialist (Temporary)
RemoteUnited States
Job Summary
Coordinate leave of absence cases from initiation through return to work, partnering with practice leadership, HR partners, and the third-party administrator to manage documentation, status updates, and return-to-work activities. Monitor active cases, maintain accurate internal records, and proactively follow up on outstanding actions while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local leave requirements including FMLA, ADA, and PWFA. Support workplace accommodation processes by tracking requests, facilitating communication, and escalating complex situations to HR leadership. Resolve payroll discrepancies regarding benefit deductions and employee status changes, and assist with leave-related reporting and process improvements. This role requires 2+ years of experience supporting leave programs within a multi-state organization and proficiency with ADP Workforce Now.
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years of direct experience supporting leave of absence, disability, and/or workplace accommodation processes
- Working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, PWFA, state and local leave programs, and employee leave administration
- Experience supporting or coordinating leave programs within a multi-state organization
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases, deadlines, and follow-up activities simultaneously in a detail-oriented environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain processes clearly and professionally
- Ability to develop effective working relationships across multiple levels and functions of an organization
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee and medical information appropriately
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to recognize when an issue requires escalation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Experience with ADP Workforce Now or a comparable HRIS platform
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with a third-party leave administrator, disability carrier, or similar vendor preferred
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