Manager, Absence Management & Accommodations

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Iselin (PA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Manager of Absence Management Accommodation to lead the integrated accommodations program across the enterprise. You will oversee the Accommodations Specialist team, manage performance lifecycle, and ensure responses are compliant with FMLA, NJFLA, ADA/ADAAA, NJLAD, NJ Safe Act, and related laws while balancing a high‑quality employee experience.

This hybrid role may require travel to HMH locations several times a month for team meetings, trainings, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible HR experience, with at least 5 years focused on accommodations.
• Minimum of 3 years of HR management experience.
• Knowledge of FMLA, NJFLA, ADA/ADAAA, NJLAD, NJ Safe Act, PWFA, PUMP, Workers' Compensation, and related laws.
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes and influence leaders at all levels.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office and HRIS systems of record.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership for the Absence Management Accommodations program.
• Oversee the Accommodations Specialist team and manage the full performance lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Sedgwick to implement policies and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliant and positive employee experience in balance with organizational needs.

Skills

HR leadership

Stakeholder influence

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Office & Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

HRIS systems of record

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Manager of Absence Management Accommodation to lead the integrated accommodations program across the enterprise. You will oversee the Accommodations Specialist team, manage performance lifecycle, and ensure responses are compliant with FMLA, NJFLA, ADA/ADAAA, NJLAD, NJ Safe Act, and related laws while balancing a high‑quality employee experience.

This hybrid role may require travel to HMH locations several times a month for team meetings, trainings, and