Leave Specialist

Job description

General Position Summary: The Leave Specialist serves as the primary internal resource for all leave of absence administration, acting as the critical link between employees, the company's third-party leave administration vendor, and internal HR stakeholders. In this support role, the Leave Specialist guides employees through every stage of the leave lifecycle from initial request through return to work, ensuring they feel informed, supported, and treated with care and confidentiality. Working in close partnership with HR Business Partners and under the direction of the HR Manager, the Leave Specialist manages the day-to-day operational functions of leave administration including case tracking, documentation follow-up, benefits premium coordination, and return-to-work communication. This role requires a strong working knowledge of federal and state leave laws including FMLA, ADA, and applicable state programs, as well as the ability to identify compliance gaps and escalate complex matters appropriately. The Leave Specialist is a detail oriented, employee focused professional who plays an integral role in ensuring the company's leave program operates accurately, consistently, and in...