Leave of Absence & Compliance Specialist

Sonic Automotive, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Leave of Absence (LOA) Specialist at Sonic Automotive in Charlotte, NC, oversees the management of employee leave programs, ensuring compliance with FMLA, ADA, and other regulations while supporting employees during their leave.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field, with prior experience in HR or benefits administration, and strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills; collaboration with HR, management, and vendors is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience in HR, benefits administration, or leave management, with knowledge of FMLA and ADA.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Program Administration: Administer and manage various leave programs, including FMLA, short-term and long-term disability, PLOA, and other leave policies.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave laws, including FMLA, ADA, and other relevant regulations.
• Case Management: Provide comprehensive case management for leave requests, including tracking documentation, monitoring leave status, and coordinating return to-work plans, monitoring third party vendor compliance.
• Employee Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding leave inquiries, providing guidance on policies, documentation requirements, and the leave process.
• Collaboration: Work closely with HR, management, and external vendors to facilitate leave processes and ensure smooth operations.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of leave requests and ensure proper documentation is collected and stored in compliance with privacy regulations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Leave of Absence (LOA) Specialist at Sonic Automotive in Charlotte, NC, oversees the management of employee leave programs, ensuring compliance with FMLA, ADA, and other regulations while supporting employees during their leave.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field, with prior experience in HR or benefits administration, and strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills; collaboration with HR, management, and vendors is essential.