FMLA & ADA Leave Management Lead

City of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta is seeking a seasoned leader to oversee the City’s leave management program, including FMLA, ADA interactive process, and PWFA. You will supervise Medical Leave Analysts, guide complex cases, and ensure compliant operations across departments.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, five years in HR/leave administration with at least two years of supervisory experience. A Master’s degree or JD is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required with HR/leave focus.
• Minimum five years in HR/leave administration including ADA/FMLA matters.
• At least two years of supervisory, lead, or project management experience.
• Preferred: Master’s degree or professional certification.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and manages the City’s leave program including FMLA and PWFA.
• Supervises Medical Leave Analysts and staff responsible for leave cases.
• Oversees daily leave operations, ensuring legal compliance and policy adherence.
• Reviews complex cases and manages high-risk leave and accommodation matters.
• Monitors caseloads, assigns work, and ensures service levels.
• Acts as a technical resource on leave laws to managers and HR staff.
• Coordinates return-to-work activities and accommodations.
• Develops and recommends improvements to leave policies and processes.
• Trains supervisors and HR staff on leave administration and accommodations.

Skills

FMLA compliance

ADA knowledge

Leave program oversight

Staff supervision

Policy development

Customer service

Regulatory coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Five years of professional HR/leave administration experience; supervisory experience

Master’s degree, JD, or advanced degree preferred

Job description

City of Atlanta is seeking a seasoned leader to oversee the City’s leave management program, including FMLA, ADA interactive process, and PWFA. You will supervise Medical Leave Analysts, guide complex cases, and ensure compliant operations across departments.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, five years in HR/leave administration with at least two years of supervisory experience. A Master’s degree or JD is preferred.