Leave of Absence Specialist

J. Morrissey & Company, Inc.; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

J. Morrissey & Company, Inc. is seeking a Leave of Absence Specialist on a contract basis in New Haven, CT. The role focuses on Federal and Connecticut FMLA, STD, and LTD, managing cases from intake to closure, with 2 days onsite per week.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years' leave administration, strong communication, and experience with Workday/Salesforce; responsibilities include documentation, HRIS updates, and coordinating with Payroll and vendors such as The Hartford. Hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct, hands-on leave administration.
• Strong experience with Federal FMLA and Connecticut FMLA.
• Experience handling STD and LTD cases and payroll effects.
• Excellent communication and confidential matters handling.
• Proficient with HRIS systems; Workday a plus; payroll familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned employee leave cases from intake to end.
• Determine FMLA eligibility, deadlines, and timelines.
• Coordinate paperwork and data entry for leave cases.
• Communicate with employees about leave options and status.
• Partner with managers and HRBPs on leave guidance.
• Liaise with external vendors like The Hartford for STD/LTD.
• Maintain accurate leave records in Workday and Salesforce.
• Support payroll on pay adjustments related to leaves.
• Monitor multiple cases and deadlines; ensure timely actions.

Skills

Leave administration

FMLA compliance

Case management

Tools

Workday

Salesforce

Job description

LEAVE OF ABSENCE SPECIALIST – CONTRACTLocation: New Haven, CT – Hybrid, 2 days onsite per weekHours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PMPay: $38–43/hour, depending on experienceOur client is seeking an experienced Leave of Absence Specialist to manage employee leave cases, with a primary focus on Federal and Connecticut FMLA, STD, and LTD. The Specialist will own assigned cases, including documentation, HRIS data entry, tracking, and employee/manager communication, while partnering with HR, Payroll, and external vendors. The ideal candidate will have strong leave administration experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.ResponsibilitiesManage assigned employee leave cases from intake through the duration of the leave, including Federal FMLA, Connecticut FMLA, STD, and LTD.Determine and track FMLA eligibility, required documentation, deadlines, leave status, and applicable timelines.Coordinate all required paperwork, documentation, and data entry associated with leave cases.Communicate directly with employees regarding leave options, requirements, documentation, status, and other leave-related questions.Partner with managers and HR Business Partners to provide guidance and information regarding employee leaves.Liaise with external leave and disability vendors, including The Hartford, regarding STD/LTD and related leave administration.Maintain accurate and compliant leave records in Workday, Salesforce, and other HR systems.Ensure employee leave information and case status are updated accurately and in a timely manner.Partner with the Payroll team regarding pay adjustments and other payroll-related impacts associated with employee leaves.Monitor multiple active cases and ensure all required actions and follow-ups are completed within established timelines.Provide occasional support or crossover on ADA/accommodation and return-to-work matters as needed.Assist with other HR administrative projects and responsibilities as needed.Qualifications3+ years of direct, hands-on experience administering Leaves of Absence.Strong experience administering Federal FMLA and Connecticut FMLA.Experience managing STD and LTD cases.Demonstrated ability to manage leave cases end-to-end, including documentation, tracking, employee communication, and HRIS updates.Experience working with HRIS systems; Workday experience is a plus.Payroll experience or familiarity with payroll adjustments related to employee leaves is strongly preferred.Strong customer service and employee communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters professionally.Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple cases, deadlines, and competing priorities.Polished, professional communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment.Experience with ADA/accommodations is a plus, but this is not the primary focus of the role.INDA