Leave of Absence & Compliance Specialist (Hybrid)

IBP; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Company-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

IBP is seeking an LOA Coordinator in Columbus, Ohio (hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 days remote) to support FMLA, ADA, and disability processes. You will review and approve leave requests, maintain records in UKG, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with branches to apply policies consistently.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while safeguarding confidential information.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications and data entry systems.
• Experience with HRIS systems, such as UKG, is a plus but not required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Review, process, and administer LOA requests, including FMLA, personal, medical, military, and other protected leaves.
• Determine employee eligibility and designate, approve, deny, or extend leave requests per laws and policies.
• Prepare, distribute, and track LOA, FMLA, ADA, and related documentation.
• Maintain accurate leave records and update in UKG and other HR systems.
• Manage LOA tracking systems to ensure compliance and accurate reporting.
• Administer STD and LTD claims and reporting processes.
• Facilitate the ADA interactive process and coordinate accommodations.
• Create and maintain state-specific paid family leave matrices and resources.
• Communicate leave status and return-to-work information to employees, managers, and partners.
• Partner with branches and leadership to ensure consistent policy application.
• Develop and deliver training related to FMLA, LOA, ADA, and disability programs.
• Monitor compliance with leave regulations and generate reports.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Administration or related field

Tools

UKG HRIS

Job description

IBP is seeking an LOA Coordinator in Columbus, Ohio (hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 days remote) to support FMLA, ADA, and disability processes. You will review and approve leave requests, maintain records in UKG, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with branches to apply policies consistently.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while safeguarding confidential information.