Senior Leaves and Accommodations Analyst

About the role

We are seeking a passionate Senior Leaves and Accommodations Analyst to join our Benefits team. This role plays a key role in the administration of absence and accommodations programs across the company.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and administer all types of employee leave programs, including FMLA, ADA, state-specific leaves, and company-specific leave policies.
• Partner with the Payroll team to ensure all employees on a leave of absence are paid accurately in conjunction with concurrent company, state, and federal paid leave plans each pay period.
• Act as the main point of contact for any Leaves vendors and third party administrators for claim communications and coordination.
• Review, process, and track leave requests, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Maintain comprehensive leave records, tracking balances, approvals, and documentation.
• Collaborate with employees, managers, and HR Business Partners to manage accommodation requests under the ADA and other applicable laws.
• Conduct interactive discussions to determine reasonable accommodations, implementing solutions that ensure equitable treatment and access.
• Stay current on federal and state leave and accommodation laws and regulations, ensuring company policies and practices align with legal requirements.
• Aid in developing, updating, and communicating leave and accommodation policies and procedures.
• Serve as a resource for employees, managers, and HR Business Partners providing guidance on leave and accommodation processes, eligibility, and rights.
• Conduct training sessions for HR and management to educate them on leave and accommodation policies and best practices.
• Prepare and distribute necessary leave and accommodation-related documentation, including approval letters, forms, and notices.
• Generate reports and metrics related to leave usage and accommodation requests for management and compliance purposes.
• Owes and executes on the LOA/ADA standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HR, with a strong focus on leave management and accommodations.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state leave laws, including FMLA and ADA, and accommodation best practices.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage complex cases effectively.
• Proficiency in Workday or other HRIS systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.