HR Leave of Absence and Compliance Specialist
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Hampton
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
Position Summary:The HR Leave of Absence and Compliance
Specialist is responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects
related to leaves of absence within the organization. The
individual will ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies,
and regulations, and provide expertise, guidance, and support to
employees and managers throughout the leave process. The specialist
will also assist with various HR compliance initiatives and
projects as needed.Responsibilities:
- Handles the leave administration process from the employee's
initial notice of the need for leave to the return to work. This
includes gathering and completing all required paperwork,
determining leave eligibility, designating leave under the
appropriate program, requesting medical certification as needed,
and accounting for intermittent and reduced schedule leave
use.
- Ensures that employees are aware of their responsibilities and
of any documentation and notice required to qualify for and to take
leave.
- Collaborates with external LOA Administrator, the Engage PEO
and employee benefit vendors to monitor and maintain accurate LOA
status information and consult on pay issues related to
leaves.
- Interprets and applies federal, state, and local regulations to
ensure compliance with leave policies, making recommendations and
implementing changes as needed.
- Maintains reasonable communication with employees on leave to
facilitate smooth and timely return to work, relays communication
between employees and their managers during leave within
reason.
- Oversees the return-to-work process for employees returning
from extended FMLA, workers' compensation, or other leave(s).
- Work in collaboration with Versability leadership, legal
counsel, and HR coworkers, recommend and resolve requests for
accommodation under the ADAAA.
- Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance
with OSHA regulations, identifying potential areas for improvement
and implementing corrective actions.
- Submit annual reporting and posting for Versability.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration,
or a related field.
- Extensive knowledge and practical experience in managing leave
of absence programs, including FMLA, ADAAA, USERRA, and other
applicable laws.
- Proficiency in interpreting and applying federal and state
employment laws and regulations related to leave management,
workers' compensation, and OSHA compliance.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability
to navigate complex situations and make sound decisions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively
interact with employees, managers, and external partners.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and
maintaining confidential information.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. -
Certifications in HR (SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, SPHR, PHR) strongly
preferred.
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Newport News , HR Leave of Absence and Compliance Specialist, Human Resources , Hampton, Virginia
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