Hybrid Leave of Absence & Compliance Specialist

Reliance, Inc.; Pasadena (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking an LOA Administrator to manage the end-to-end leave of absence process for our U.S.-based team members. You’ll work with managers, LPOCs, and HR partners to ensure legal compliance across FMLA, CFRA, USERRA, and related policies.

The role involves reviewing medical documentation, coordinating accommodations when needed, and advising on pay and benefits during leaves. Hybrid work requires in-office presence at least three days per week.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in HR management or related field preferred.
• HR certifications (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred.
• Minimum of four years’ experience managing leaves of absence.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Strong knowledge of FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA and related laws.

Responsibilities

• Provides LOA support from intake to closure for assigned clients.
• Reviews medical certifications to determine eligibility and grant/deny leaves.
• Acts as primary contact for employees, management and LPOCs.
• Ensures integration of leaves with workers’ comp, FMLA, CFRA.
• Counsels employees on pay, benefits and rights during leaves.
• Guides return-to-work with possible accommodations if needed.
• Reviews ADA accommodation requests and coordinates process.
• Maintains accurate leave records and compliance.
• Keeps up-to-date with leave laws and company policy.
• Hybrid work requires in-office presence at least 3 days/week.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/related field

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Ceridian Dayforce

Kronos

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reliance, Inc. is seeking an LOA Administrator to manage the end-to-end leave of absence process for our U.S.-based team members. You’ll work with managers, LPOCs, and HR partners to ensure legal compliance across FMLA, CFRA, USERRA, and related policies.

The role involves reviewing medical documentation, coordinating accommodations when needed, and advising on pay and benefits during leaves. Hybrid work requires in-office presence at least three days per week.