Leave of Absence Specialist

at  Allied Universal

JOB DESCRIPTION

Allied Universal® is hiring a Leave of Absence Specialist. The Leave of Absence Specialist will operate in a team setting and provide total leave of absence claim management throughout North America.

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• High school diploma or equivalent (e. g., GED)
• Minimum of one (1) year of human resources experience in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines
• Highly proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, and able to effectively utilize all available office management technology
• Ability to maintain correspondence, discussions, and materials in strictest confidence
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills, professional, articulate, and able to use good independent judgment and discretion
• Ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization, including with clients, while functioning as a team player
• Proactive problem solving skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Basic knowledge of commonly used human resources concepts, labor laws, and practices
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field of study
• In-depth knowledge of Family Medical Leave Act, Military Leaves, and other applicable federal and state laws, as well as company leave policies
• Knowledge of integration of leaves and benefits
  Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 hourly (dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience)

• Leave Management:
• Provide leave of absence claim management oversight, with the support of our third-party administrator
• Track and analyze leave of absence data using our internal HRIS system and Excel
• Respond to requests from state agencies and insurance companies regarding company plans, state paid disability and leave programs
• Provide excellent customer service by providing timely responses via phone, email and mail including offering guidance to all potential Leave of Absence inquiries
• Support the day-to-day outsourced Leave of Absence administration while developing and maintaining relationships with other departments including but not limited to Human Resources, workers’ compensation, and corporate counsel
• Properly engage with managers and Human Resources in the interactive process and document reasonable accommodations
• Training and Compliance:
• Attend on-going continuing education on Leave of Absence topics and ensure 100% federal and state compliance in all areas in which we operate