Leave of Absence & Benefits Administrator

Firstday-Foundation; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Firstday-Foundation is seeking an experienced Leave of Absence Administrator to manage the company’s leaves of absence and workers’ compensation programs. You will ensure compliance with FMLA, ADA/ADAAA, and related laws while delivering clear, timely communication to employees.

The role involves coordinating with third-party administrators, legal counsel, and internal partners, maintaining accurate HRIS data, and supporting the benefits team to ensure a seamless leave lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of verifiable leave of absence/workers' comp experience.
• Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA/ADAAA, HIPAA, and USERRA.
• Experience with HRIS and data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Act as central point of contact for all leave cases including FMLA and non-FMLA.
• Manage day-to-day leave processes and data entry in HRIS.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and timely documentation.
• Coordinate return-to-work and accommodations.
• Liaise with third-party admins, legal, and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare leave reports and audits.

Skills

Leave of absence administration

Regulatory compliance

HRIS

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS platforms

Job description

Firstday-Foundation is seeking an experienced Leave of Absence Administrator to manage the company’s leaves of absence and workers’ compensation programs. You will ensure compliance with FMLA, ADA/ADAAA, and related laws while delivering clear, timely communication to employees.

The role involves coordinating with third-party administrators, legal counsel, and internal partners, maintaining accurate HRIS data, and supporting the benefits team to ensure a seamless leave lifecycle.