FML Leave Coordinator

Community College of Denver; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Community College System is seeking a FML Leave Coordinator to join our Human Resources team. This role coordinates partially centralized leave programs (FMLA, PFML, FAMLI, STD, LTD) and partners with Benefits to ensure compliance and timely payroll adjustments.

The position requires a Bachelor's in HR or related field (or equivalent HR experience) and at least one year in HR administering FMLA or similar leave. Hybrid-remote in Colorado.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent HR experience including FMLA or leave administration.
• One year of HR experience including administering FMLA or other regulated employee leave.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate partially centralized processes for Family and Medical Leave and related specialized leave programs (e.g., PFML, FMLA, FAMLI, STD, LTD).
• Partner with the Benefits Manager to assess eligibility and ensure compliance with federal and state leave regulations.
• Track and reconcile leave in Banner (HRIS), prepare accurate leave adjustments, and support payroll corrections as needed.
• Guide employees, supervisors, and HR teams through leave steps—collecting paperwork, tracking leave usage, and communicating timelines and job-protection status.
• Calculate make-whole assessments and coordinate leave-related payroll adjustments with system and college payroll contacts.
• Assist colleges in processing leave without pay and in communicating leave decisions to employees.
• Serve as a primary CCCS contact with the State FAMLI division and collaborate to improve operational efficiency.
• Support resolution of leave-related discrepancies or disputes, balancing compliance with practical, employee-focused solutions.
• Develop clear, timely communications and resources for HR offices, managers, and employees.

Skills

Confidentiality

Effective communication

Customer service

Project management

Time management

Employment law knowledge

Colorado FMLI knowledge

FMLA knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Equivalent HR experience including FMLA/leave administration

Tools

Banner HRIS

Job description

Title: FML Leave Coordinator

Position Type: Professional Tech Full time

College: System Office

Division: Human Resources

Department: CCCS Human Resources

Campus: Lowry Campus

Location: Denver

Salary Range:$65,500 - $68,775

The Colorado Community College System (CCCS) is seeking a Family and Medical Leave (FML) Coordinator to join our Human Resources team and help coordinate a partially centralized leave management program. This role is an excellent opportunity for an early‑career HR professional or an HR generalist who wants to build deep expertise in employee benefits, leave administration, and business process design. You will play a key role in making leave processes clear, compliant, and compassionate for employees across our 13 colleges while contributing to enterprise HR initiatives and professional development pathways.

CCCS provides generous leave, excellent health, dental, vision, life, and other benefits, as well as flexible work schedules, including hybrid-remote work within the state of Colorado. Visit our "Why Work Here" page for more information.

What you’ll do

• Coordinate partially centralized processes for Family and Medical Leave and related specialized leave programs (e.g., PFML, FMLA, FAMLI, STD, LTD).
• Partner with the CCCS Benefits Manager to assess employee eligibility and ensure compliance with federal and state leave regulations.
• Track and reconcile leave in Banner (HRIS), prepare accurate leave adjustments, and support payroll corrections as needed.
• Guide employees, supervisors, and HR teams through leave steps—collecting paperwork, tracking leave usage, and communicating timelines and job‑protection status.
• Calculate make‑whole assessments and coordinate leave‑related payroll adjustments with system and college payroll contacts.
• Assist colleges in processing leave without pay and in communicating leave decisions to employees.
• Serve as a primary CCCS contact with the State FAMLI division and collaborate to improve operational efficiency.
• Support resolution of leave‑related discrepancies or disputes, balancing compliance with practical, employee‑focused solutions.
• Develop clear, timely communications and resources for HR offices, managers, and employees.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. An equivalent amount of HR experience that includes experience working with family and medical leave or leave administration will be accepted in lieu of the educational requirements.
• One year of experience in human resources that includes administering the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or other federal or state regulated employee leave.

Attributes that will contribute to success in this position, some of which may be learned on the job:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Project management skills.
• Time management skills, including the ability to be responsive to employees, staff, and regulatory group needs.
• Solid understanding of employment laws related to employee leave and employee job protections.
• Knowledge of the Colorado Family Medical Leave Insurance program.
• Knowledge of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Work Location/Travel Expectations:

• The office location for this position is 9101 E Lowry Blvd, Denver, CO 80230.
• Alternative work arrangements, including flexible schedules and hybrid-remote work may be available. All work must be completed in the state of Colorado.

At CCCS, you make a difference! Through the collective impact of our 13 community colleges, employees across Colorado transform lives through education for all, create pathways to meaningful careers and economic mobility, and strengthen the state's communities and workforce. This is the Power of 13 - the shared commitment to a mission of expanding opportunities and making a difference in the lives of students and the communities they call home. We believe that when our team is empowered and thrives, our students and communities thrive, too.

We recognize that meaningful work should be supported by meaningful rewards. Our comprehensive compensation package includes health and wellness benefits, employer-sponsored retirement plans, generous paid leave, tuition assistance, student loan forgiveness, professional development, and opportunities for career growth and advancement.

With the reach of a statewide system with national influence and a shared commitment to the success of Colorado’s community colleges, CCCS is a place where you can grow, belong, and make a lasting impact.

CCCS believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Note: per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, an applicant may redact information from their resume, cover letter, and/or transcripts that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. If your position requires us to review an official transcript, without redacting, we will request one as part of our conditional offer process. In order to evaluate work experience against established requirements for positions, we are still requesting dates of service (month and year) for positions in the applicant’s work history.