FMLA Leave Specialist — High-Volume Case Management

Insight Global; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Leave Specialist to manage employee leave cases from intake through return-to-work, ensuring compliance with FMLA and company leave policies. You will maintain a high-volume caseload, review documentation, determine eligibility, and communicate directly with employees regarding leave requirements with a focus on customer service in a fast-paced phone-based setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on leave administration, accurate documentation, and balancing

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with FMLA and company leave policies.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload (300+ cases).
• Strong communication to explain policies to employees.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of approximately 300-350 active leave cases.
• Process leave requests from start to finish, including reviewing documentation, determining eligibility, sending eligibility letters, and coordinating return-to-work activities.
• Follow up with employees or clients to obtain required paperwork and ensure timely case progression.
• Provide approximately 5 hours of phone coverage daily while simultaneously managing assigned cases and administrative tasks.
• Handle inbound calls from employees and clients regarding leave status, documentation requirements, and case updates.
• Manage an average of 12-15 calls per day in a queue-based environment.

Skills

FMLA knowledge

Leave administration

Case management

Phone support

Customer service

Job description

Insight Global in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Leave Specialist to manage employee leave cases from intake through return-to-work, ensuring compliance with FMLA and company leave policies. You will maintain a high-volume caseload, review documentation, determine eligibility, and communicate directly with employees regarding leave requirements with a focus on customer service in a fast-paced phone-based setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on leave administration, accurate documentation, and balancing