Under the leadership and direction of the Benefit Manager, the Leave Program Specialist is responsible for administering and managing all aspects of the company’s leave of absence programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as company policies. This role serves as the primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding leave processes, providing guidance, support, and timely communication while maintaining strict confidentiality.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• In-depth understanding of FMLA, ADA, state-specific leave laws, and related employment regulations.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency with HRIS, leave management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Education and/or Experience. This position typically an mid-level career.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in leave administration, benefits coordination, or HR operations.

Physical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an Office Clerk, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequent ability to sit for prolonged periods of time;
• Ability to drive a company vehicle for various recruiting events.
• Frequent ability to talk and hear, both in person and by telephone;
• Frequent ability to operate standard office equipment, using hand and arm dexterity;
• Frequent ability to navigate through office environment, including periodic use of stairs and/or elevator, as needed;
• Infrequent ability to lift general office documents and materials, up to 10 pounds;
• Frequent vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that an Office Clerk encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Work generally is performed in an office environment, although periodic visits to construction sites and manufacturing facilities may be required.

• Noise level in the typical office work environment is quiet.

Physical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an Office Clerk, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequent ability to sit for prolonged periods of time;
• Ability to drive a company vehicle for various recruiting events.
• Frequent ability to talk and hear, both in person and by telephone;
• Frequent ability to operate standard office equipment, using hand and arm dexterity;
• Frequent ability to navigate through office environment, including periodic use of stairs and/or elevator, as needed;
• Infrequent ability to lift general office documents and materials, up to 10 pounds;
• Frequent vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus