Leave of Absence Analyst

Jobtailor; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Massachusetts is seeking a Leave Administration Specialist to manage FMLA, ADA, and other state leave programs. The role focuses on compliant leave processing, documentation review, and collaboration with HR and payroll.

Responsibilities include advising colleagues on leave rights, maintaining confidential records, and producing compliance reports. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and state leave programs.
• Experience with case management and leave administration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to handle sensitive information.
• Proficiency with HRIS and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and process requests for FMLA, ADA, short-term disability, and state paid leave.
• Provide guidance on leave policies and rights to colleagues.
• Review and audit return-to-work processes for compliance.
• Coordinate leave processes with external vendors and internal units.
• Review medical documentation for legal compliance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for colleagues on leave.
• Maintain regular communication with colleagues on leave.
• Collaborate with HR, payroll, and management on leave administration and RTW.
• Monitor applicable leave laws and implement policy changes.
• Maintain accurate and confidential leave records.
• Generate reports on leave trends and compliance metrics.

Skills

Leave Administration

FMLA Knowledge

ADA Compliance

HRIS Proficiency

Case Management Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

HRIS

MS Office Suite

Job description

• Evaluate and process requests for various types of leave, including FMLA, ADA, short-term disability, and state paid benefit programs
• Provide guidance to colleagues regarding leave policies, procedures, rights, and state paid benefit programs
• Review and audit return-to-work processes and transitional programs for compliance
• Coordinate processes with external vendors and internal business units
• Review medical documentation and required paperwork for legal compliance
• Serve as the primary point of contact for colleagues on leave
• Maintain regular communication with colleagues on leave
• Collaborate with HR, payroll, and management on leave administration and return-to-work processes
• Monitor federal, state, and local leave laws and implement necessary policy changes
• Maintain accurate and confidential leave records
• Generate reports on leave trends, usage, and compliance metrics for management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field and/or equivalent experience
• Previous experience in case management, HR, or leave administration preferred
• Strong knowledge of leave laws (FMLA, ADA, etc.) and company policies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Problem-solving abilities
• Time management
• Proficiency in HRIS and MS Office Suite
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leave administration, including FMLA and ADA compliance, while effectively managing sensitive information and maintaining accurate records. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for collaborating with HR and management on leave processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Leave Administration
• FMLA Knowledge
• ADA Compliance
• HRIS Proficiency
• Case Management Experience

Hard Skills

• Leave Laws
• Compliance Auditing
• Return-to-Work Processes
• Report Generation
• Medical Documentation Review

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Problem-Solving Abilities
• Time Management

Industry Keywords

• FMLA
• ADA
• Short-Term Disability
• State Paid Benefit Programs
• Confidentiality

Tools & Technologies

• HRIS
• MS Office Suite