Leave of Absence Manager

CARE

. Administer the Company’s leave of absence programs, including FMLA, state and local leave, paid family and medical leave, parental, military, personal, and Company-sponsored leaves .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in administering leave of absence programs, including FMLA and ADA accommodations, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws. Proficient in managing sensitive information and coordinating with various stakeholders to enhance employee experience and operational effectiveness.

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FMLA AdministrationADA Accommodations ManagementWorkers' Compensation CoordinationHRIS ManagementLeave Case Management

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Hard Skills

ERISA KnowledgeACA KnowledgeHIPAA KnowledgeCOBRA KnowledgeLeave Management Best PracticesFederal Employment LawsState Employment LawsLocal Employment LawsMedical Leave CoordinationBenefits Continuation

Soft Skills

Exceptional OrganizationStrong CommunicationCustomer Service SkillsDiscretion and ProfessionalismCompassionate Communication

Tools & Technologies

HRISLeave-Management PlatformsCase-Management SystemsUKG

Industry Keywords

Leave of Absence ProgramsEmployee BenefitsCompliance InitiativesEmergency ResponseEmployee Vaccination Records

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer the Company’s leave of absence programs, including FMLA, state and local leave, paid family and medical leave, parental, military, personal, and Company-sponsored leaves
Partner with brokers and vendors to evaluate plan performance, ensure service excellence, and optimize cost-effectiveness
Guide employees and managers on leave eligibility, documentation, benefits continuation, pay coordination, and return-to-work expectations
Complete leave notices, certifications, designation communications, payroll coordination, and related documentation
Maintain leave records in HRIS and leave-management systems; monitor leave balances, intermittent leave usage, and return-to-work dates
Partner with Payroll, Benefits, HR Business Partners, managers, and external leave vendors
Monitor changes in federal, state, and local leave laws and recommend process or policy updates
Develop reporting and identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve the leave experience and operational effectiveness
Manage the ADA interactive process, review medical documentation, assess accommodations, document decisions, and monitor effectiveness
Coordinate workers’ compensation claims, communications, reporting, documentation, and return-to-work or transitional-duty arrangements
Support emergency-response activities and employee continuity during natural disasters or other events
Coordinate with HR leadership, business continuity teams, Payroll, Benefits, and managers to support affected employees
Maintain employee-facing emergency-response communications and procedures
Securely collect, track, and maintain employee vaccination records
Serve as the initial HR contact for safety tickets and partner with the Safety team on communications, incident follow-up, and compliance initiatives
Serve as a cross-trained backup and active contributor to the Benefits Manager
Support special projects as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, and other applicable laws
Experience working with medical leave and disability vendors; familiarity with leave case management best practices
Demonstrated experience managing workers’ compensation processes and coordinating return-to-work programs
Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws related to leave, accommodations, workers’ compensation, and benefits continuation
Experience working with HRIS, leave-management platforms, and case-management or ticketing systems; UKG experience is preferred
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism
Exceptional organization, follow-through, communication, and customer-service skills
Ability to independently manage a high volume of cases, balance competing priorities, and communicate complex requirements in clear, compassionate language
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered
5+ years of progressive experience administering employee leaves of absence, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and state and local leave programs
Experience participating in or supporting HR, leave-management, benefits, or related vendor implementations is preferred
Must be able to work remotely within the United States
Care Access is unable to sponsor work visas at this time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Paid Holidays
100% Employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
Bi-weekly HSA employer contribution
Company paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
401(k) Retirement Plan, with Company Match
Less than 10% travel; occasional planned travel may be required