Leave specialist

Job Overview

The FMLA Leave Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations regarding FMLA, administering FMLA leave requests, company leave donation program, short-term and long-term disability plans and providing support to employees and managers throughout the FMLA process.

Work Model : Hybrid

Responsibilities

Essential Duties & Job Functions :

• Process and manage all FMLA leave requests, including reviewing documentation, determining eligibility, and tracking leave usage.
• Ensure that FMLA leave is accurately recorded in FMLA Manager and HCM system.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding FMLA inquiries and requests.
• Provide guidance to employees and managers on FMLA eligibility, rights, and responsibilities.
• Communicate FMLA policies and procedures clearly and effectively.
• Collaborate with HR team members, managers, and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate smooth FMLA processes.
• Coordinate with healthcare providers and third-party administrators as needed to obtain medical certifications and other documentation.
• Work closely with payroll, finance, and benefits team to ensure accurate processing of FMLA-related payments and benefits.
• Escalate issues to management as appropriate.
• Preserves confidentiality of employee medical documentation and files.
• Maintains knowledge of all applicable leave and accommodation laws including FMLA, and state and local laws.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Mandatory :

High school diploma or equivalent.

3) years of experience in administration of leave (FMLA / ADA) for multi-state employer.

2) years of Human Resources experience exhibiting a broad understanding of HR processes and procedures.

Advanced skills in spreadsheet, database, and presentation software skills; primarily MS Office Suite.

Reasonable Accommodation :

It is CGS, LLC business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

Last updated : 2024-04-29