Leaves & Benefits Coordinator — Hybrid/Remote Eligible

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium-free health insurance

Public sector pension plan

Work from home up to two days per week

Job summary

City of New York’s NYC Health Department seeks a detailed Leaves Coordinator to manage all leave programs for agency staff, including FMLA, PPL, and PFL. The role requires strong written and verbal communication, data reporting, and cross‑functional collaboration with insurers and HR liaisons.

The position offers public service impact, stability, and potential for professional growth within a premier NYC health agency.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and two years of clerical/administrative experience, one year in an administrative capacity or supervising staff.
• Alternative: associate degree with three years of clerical/administrative experience including one year supervisory experience.
• Four-year high school diploma with four years of clerical/administrative experience including one year of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of leaves, including FMLA, PPL, and PFL for the agency.
• Calculate leave eligibility, type, start date, and balance.
• Prepare letters for Director's review/signature for approved leave.
• Provide employees guidance on all forms of leave via phone, email, and in person.
• Coordinate with third-party insurer for PFL notifications and update computerized leave reports.
• Assist with follow-up on expired leave within DHRL and leave liaisons.
• Assist with data preparation and data analysis for Leave of Absence programs.

Skills

Customer service

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Tools

Leave management systems

Job description

City of New York’s NYC Health Department seeks a detailed Leaves Coordinator to manage all leave programs for agency staff, including FMLA, PPL, and PFL. The role requires strong written and verbal communication, data reporting, and cross‑functional collaboration with insurers and HR liaisons.

The position offers public service impact, stability, and potential for professional growth within a premier NYC health agency.