Leave of Absence & Accommodations Advisor

American Red Cross

. Oversee leave of absence programs, including FMLA, ADA, Pregnancy Worker’s Act, other mandated leave, and company leave .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leave management and accommodations, ensuring compliance with FMLA, ADA, and other regulations while providing strategic consultation and operational oversight. Proficient in managing high-volume caseloads and partnering with third-party vendors to enhance employee experience and program effectiveness.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Leave Management ExpertiseHigh-Volume Caseload ManagementThird-Party Vendor PartnershipConflict Resolution SkillsHRIS Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Leave Management SystemsCase ManagementFMLA KnowledgeADA KnowledgePregnancy Worker’s Act KnowledgeData AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceProgram Performance AssessmentMulti-State Workforce SupportPolicy Enhancement

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsConsultation SkillsAttention to DetailProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

HRISMS Office Applications

Industry Keywords

Leave of Absence ProgramsAccommodations ProgramsEmployee Support ProgramsUnion ExperienceState Leave Laws

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee leave of absence programs, including FMLA, ADA, Pregnancy Worker’s Act, other mandated leave, and company leave
Provide operational oversight of the third-party leave vendor
Administer accommodations programs
Serve as a subject matter expert on leave management and related regulations
Provide guidance on complex employee situations while ensuring compliance and consistent policy application
Manage a high-volume caseload of leave and accommodation matters
Facilitate the interactive process with employees, leaders, healthcare providers, and stakeholders
Partner with the third-party leave administrator to ensure operational excellence, compliance, and positive employee experience
Partner with HR, Safety, Risk, Legal, and external vendors on regulatory changes, policy enhancements, and process improvements
Analyze leave and accommodation data, metrics, and trends and provide actionable recommendations
Resolve complex and sensitive matters through communication, conflict resolution, and influence
Assess program performance and recommend improvements
Deliver guidance, training, and consultation to leaders and HR partners
Provide strategic consultation, risk assessment, and recommendations related to leave management, accommodations, and employee support programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required
Minimum 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required
Demonstrated experience managing a high-volume caseload of complex accommodation and leave matters in a fast-paced environment
Experience supporting a multi-state workforce and navigating varying state and local leave requirements
Experience partnering with third-party leave vendors
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and consultation skills
Demonstrated conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality
Proficiency with HRIS, case management, leave management systems, and MS Office applications
May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system
Union experience is a plus
Knowledge of various state leave laws is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental Vision plans
Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
PTO: Starting at 19 days a year; based on type of job and tenure
11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
401K with up to 6% match
Paid Family Leave
Employee Assistance
Short + Long Term Disability and Insurance
Service Awards and recognition
Fully remote work from home
Mentors and purposeful career path