The Human Resource Leave & Disability Specialist performs daily HR functions related to employee leave and benefits administration. This role is responsible for administering FMLA, ADA accommodations, unemployment, Workers’ Compensation, short- and long-term disability, and other leave programs while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Requirements
- Administer and document FMLA and other leave requests, including ADA, state, and local leave laws.
- Manage Workers’ Compensation claims and communicate with insurance carriers.
- Track employee leave and ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
- Coordinate short-term and long-term disability programs.
- Oversee return-to-work programs and accommodations.
- Maintain complete, accurate, and confidential employee medical and leave records in compliance with ADA, HIPAA, and other privacy regulations.
- Advise managers and employees on the interaction between leave laws, paid time off, Workers’ Compensation, and disability benefits.
- Perform routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs, including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
- Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
- Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance. This includes required and not required audits and reports.
- Preserves confidentiality of employee medical documentation and files.
- Maintains knowledge of legal and regulatory changes, trends, and other developments affecting retirement benefits.
- Filing the documentation.
- Participate in organizational events as needed, including occasional schedule flexibility.
- Support and participate in internal and external audits as required, including preparing documentation, responding to audit inquiries, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and organizational policies.
- Administer unemployment claims, prepare responses, and participate in hearings as needed.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance
