Leave Specialist
On-site · Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Job Summary
Leave Specialist serves as the subject matter expert on federal, state, and local leave laws (including FMLA), guiding employees and managers on leave eligibility, requirements, and documentation. Administers leave programs in compliance with laws and company policies, and collaborates with Benefits, Human Resources, and Legal to ensure consistent practices. Responsible for evaluating and approving/denying leave eligibility (FMLA and other leaves), maintaining records, drafting policy revisions for ongoing regulatory compliance, identifying process gaps, and implementing operational improvements to enhance efficiency and employee experience. Core competencies include problem solving, critical thinking, interpersonal skills, oral and written communication, planning/organizing, quality control, adaptability, dependability, and safety. Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office is expected.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred in Human Resources or related field
- Three or more years of experience in leave administration, human resources, benefits, or related function
- In-depth knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and other applicable federal, state, and local leave laws
- Experience with HRIS systems and leave management systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook)
- Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Planning/organizing abilities
- Commitment to safety and security procedures
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