Remote Leave & Accommodations Expert

American Red Cross; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental vision plans

PTO: 19 days/year

11 holidays

401K with match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

The American Red Cross seeks a Leave Management Specialist to oversee FMLA, ADA, PWFA and other state/local leave programs, coordinating with a third‑party administrator to ensure compliant, timely outcomes and supportive employee experiences.

You’ll guide managers and HR partners, analyze leave data, develop process improvements, and stay current on evolving regulations while maintaining confidentiality and high service standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience managing high-volume leave and accommodation matters.

Responsibilities

• Oversee leave of absence programs (FMLA, ADA, PWFA, etc.).
• Administer accommodations programs and interact with third-party administrator.
• Provide guidance to leaders and HR on leave administration and return-to-work.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and timely resolution of complex cases.
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, and vendors to implement improvements.

Skills

Leave regulations knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Communication

HRIS proficiency

Case management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HRIS

Case management systems

Leave management software

MS Office

Job description

The American Red Cross seeks a Leave Management Specialist to oversee FMLA, ADA, PWFA and other state/local leave programs, coordinating with a third‑party administrator to ensure compliant, timely outcomes and supportive employee experiences.

You’ll guide managers and HR partners, analyze leave data, develop process improvements, and stay current on evolving regulations while maintaining confidentiality and high service standards.