Leave of Absence Specialist (Part-time)

Insight Global (United States); Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Part-Time Leave of Absence Specialist to support the administration and coordination of employee leave and disability programs. This on-site role may flex to remote 1–2 days per week after onboarding, enabling independent work while maintaining close collaboration with HR, Payroll, Benefits, and third-party administrators.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, manage leave records, coordinate pay and benefits during leaves, and assist managers with eligibility and

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in leave administration, employee benefits, or HR operations.
• Working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, disability programs, and state leave regulations.
• Experience coordinating with third-party leave administrators preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience supporting a multi-state workforce preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate employee leave programs, including FMLA, ADA, short-term and long-term disability, parental leave, and state paid leave programs.
• Serve as a resource for employees and managers regarding leave policies, eligibility, and procedures.
• Partner with third-party leave administrators to track leave requests, approvals, extensions, and return-to-work activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local leave regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with Payroll and Benefits to coordinate employee pay and benefits during leaves of absence.
• Support HR Business Partners with leave-related questions, accommodations, and return-to-work coordination.
• Maintain accurate leave records, monitor leave activity, and assist with reporting.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve the employee leave experience.

Skills

FMLA knowledge

ADA knowledge

Disability programs

State leave regulations

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Independent work

HRIS proficiency

Microsoft Office

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Part-Time Leave of Absence Specialist supports the administration and coordination of employee leave of absence and disability programs. This is an onsite position, with the potential for flexibility to work remotely one to two days per week once the employee has completed onboarding and is comfortable working independently in the role. This role works closely with employees, HR, Payroll, Benefits, and third-party administrators to ensure accurate leave processing, regulatory compliance, and a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate employee leave programs, including FMLA, ADA, short-term and long-term disability, parental leave, and state paid leave programs.
• Serve as a resource for employees and managers regarding leave policies, eligibility, and procedures.
• Partner with third-party leave administrators to track leave requests, approvals, extensions, and return-to-work activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local leave regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with Payroll and Benefits to coordinate employee pay and benefits during leaves of absence.
• Support HR Business Partners with leave-related questions, accommodations, and return-to-work coordination.
• Maintain accurate leave records, monitor leave activity, and assist with reporting.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve the employee leave experience.

Skills and Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience in leave administration, employee benefits, or HR operations.
• Working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, disability programs, and state leave regulations.
• Experience coordinating with third-party leave administrators preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience supporting a multi-state workforce preferred.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].