Leave Administration Specialist

About the role

The Leave Administration Analyst position is within Oxy's Leave Administration group based in Houston, Texas. This role reports to the Leave Administration Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Manage AbsenceSoft leave system configuration, including leave policy eligibility rules, automated communications, workflow configurations, and reporting setup.
• Conduct AbsenceSoft system testing, including new release testing and regression testing.
• Maintain accurate and compliant leave program administration by monitoring AbsenceSoft integrations and Workday absence system audits.
• Respond to employee and HR inquiries related to time away and leave, resolving Workday Help cases.
• Process absence transactions in Workday system with company policy and plan requirements.
• Support complex projects and strategic initiatives within the Time Away and Absence function, contributing to data flow improvements and process enhancements.

Requirements

• Hands-on proficiency with AbsenceSoft leave management platform, including system configuration, workflow setup, and reporting.
• Strong working knowledge of Workday Absence Management, including transaction processing, auditing, and integration monitoring.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve data discrepancies that impact payroll, accruals, and compliance.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex system and data issues independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly to both HR and non-HR audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple recurring deadlines, audit schedules, and project deliverables simultaneously.
• Dedication to data integrity, compliance, and delivering high-quality service to employees and HR partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in leave administration, HR operations, or HRIS with a focus on absence management.
• Hands-on experience with AbsenceSoft leave management system configuration and administration.
• Demonstrated experience with Workday Absence Management, including transaction processing, auditing, and integration file management.
• Working knowledge of federal and state leave laws, including FMLA, and related payroll implications.
• Experience performing system audits and resolving data integrity issues in HR systems.
• Proven ability to manage integration files and collaborate with HRIS and technical partners to resolve data flow issues.
• Exceptional problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Skills

• Hands-on proficiency with AbsenceSoft leave management platform, including system configuration, workflow setup, and reporting.
• Strong working knowledge of Workday Absence Management, including transaction processing, auditing, and integration monitoring.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve data discrepancies that impact payroll, accruals, and compliance.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex system and data issues independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly to both HR and non-HR audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple recurring deadlines, audit schedules, and project deliverables simultaneously.

Benefits

Oxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business.

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