Leave Coordinator - Hybrid HR Specialist

sus.com; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Health and wellness resources

Professional development

Job summary

S:US is hiring a Leave Coordinator in Manhattan for a hybrid role. You will administer medical, FMLA, disability, and other leaves, interpreting applicable laws and company policies. Serve as the main contact for employees, maintain accurate records, and coordinate accommodations and return-to-work processes.

You will work with HR, supervisors, and vendors, monitor leave usage, and generate reports to ensure compliance and program effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local leave laws (FMLA, ADA, state disability) is required.
• Experience with HRIS systems and MS Office is essential.
• Certification in leave management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate medical, FMLA, personal, disability, and other leave programs.
• Review requests, determine eligibility, and communicate decisions to employees.
• Interpret regulations and company policies governing leaves of absence.
• Track WC cases and assist with OSHA logs and unemployment inquiries.
• Coordinate leave accommodations and return-to-work processes with HR and managers.
• Monitor leave usage, run reports, and analyze trends for program effectiveness.

Skills

HRIS proficiency

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

S:US is hiring a Leave Coordinator in Manhattan for a hybrid role. You will administer medical, FMLA, disability, and other leaves, interpreting applicable laws and company policies. Serve as the main contact for employees, maintain accurate records, and coordinate accommodations and return-to-work processes.

You will work with HR, supervisors, and vendors, monitor leave usage, and generate reports to ensure compliance and program effectiveness.