FMLA & Leave Management Specialist (Hybrid)

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Flexible hours

Health benefits

Dental & vision

IPERS retirement

Deferred comp

Paid holidays, vacation & sick leave

Employee discounts

Career growth

Job summary

The Department of Administrative Services – Human Resources Enterprise (DAS-HRE) seeks a Human Resources Professional Leave Manager in Des Moines, IA. You will lead FMLA leave administration, coordinate with managers and staff, and advise on leave policies to ensure compliant, confidential handling of HR records.

Hybrid work opportunity with competitive benefits. Ideal candidates bring HR generalist experience and strong consultation, communication, and problem-solving skills to collaborate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in human resources.
• Four years of education plus full-time professional HR work may qualify.
• Prior state executive branch experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle the FMLA leave administration from notice to return-to-work.
• Manage leave for FMLA and military leave and communicate with managers/employees.
• Advise on interaction of leave laws and update policies as needed.
• Maintain confidential files and records.

Skills

Relationship building

Consulting

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

HR generalist

FMLA knowledge

Benefits knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Education + experience mix (4+ years)

State executive branch experience

Job description

The Department of Administrative Services – Human Resources Enterprise (DAS-HRE) seeks a Human Resources Professional Leave Manager in Des Moines, IA. You will lead FMLA leave administration, coordinate with managers and staff, and advise on leave policies to ensure compliant, confidential handling of HR records.

Hybrid work opportunity with competitive benefits. Ideal candidates bring HR generalist experience and strong consultation, communication, and problem-solving skills to collaborate