HR Associate

Aston Carter; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Aston Carter seeks a Leave Specialist to join a recognized Columbus, OH employer. This contract role focuses on absence management processes and HR administration within the Leaves space, offering training and growth for candidates.

The position involves handling case workflows, communicating with employees by phone and email, documenting activities, and supporting the Integrated Disability team with confidential records and vendor-related tasks. Onsite in Columbus, this role closes Sep 29, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Follow pre-defined absence management case workflows within the absence management database to classify absence management cases for further work by Integrated Disability Specialists.
• Communicate with employee via phone and e-mail to obtain additional information regarding their absence request.
• Prepare absence case notes to document case activities in compliance with standard practices and regulations.
• Provide initial troubleshooting support for employees who are having difficulty in entering an absence management case into the databse.
• Create absence management cases within the absence management databse for supervisors or employees who may be unable to do so.
• Manage all Integrated Disability Recovery Center incoming and outgoing hard copy mail including case management communications prepared by Integrated Disability Specialists
• Monitor and respond to calls left on the Integrated Disability Recovery Center group voicemail and e-mail boxes.
• Maintain confidential employee records and personal identifiable information.

Skills

Absence management

Employee communications

HR admin

Data entry

Tools

Accounts Payable systems

Absence management database

Job description

Seeking a Leave Specialist to join a recognized Columbus, OH employer! This role offers significant training and great for HR candidates interested in learning the Leaves administration space.

Description

Initiates absence management database processes through utilization of integrated disability management protocols while providing department administrative support.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND TASKS:

1. Follow pre-defined absence management case workflows within the absence management database to classify absence management cases for further work by Integrated Disability Specialists.
2. Communicate with employee via phone and e-mail to obtain additional information regarding their absence request.
3. Prepare absence case notes to document case activities in compliance with standard practices and regulations.
4. Provide initial troubleshooting support for employees who are having difficulty in entering an absence management case into the databse. Create absence management cases within the absence management databse for supervisors or employees who may be unable to do so.
5. Manage all Integrated Disability Recovery Center incoming and outgoing hard copy mail including case management communications prepared by Integrated Disability Specialists
6. Work within AEP's Accounts Payable systems to process invoices from vendors reimbursements issued to employees or membership dues.
7. Monitor and respond to calls left on the Integrated Disability Recovery Center group voicemail and e-mail boxes.
8. Maintain confidential employee records and personal identifiable information.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] ([e-mail]) for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.