Leave of Absence Manager

General Purpose:The Leave of Absence Manager oversees the company’s leave and accommodation programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role manages Leave of Absence Specialist(s) and Coordinator(s) and collaborates with PACS Payroll and HR Teams to assist employees with leave preparation, ADA accommodations, and Workers’ Compensation leaves.

Essential Duties:

• Serve as the primary resource for employees and managers regarding the PACS Leave of Absence process.
• Maintain an understanding of FMLA, ADA, PACS benefit programs, and associated provisions.
• Assist employees with the LOA process and understand the basic requirements of FMLA and ADA.
• Respond to benefit inquiries about FMLA eligibility and ADA accommodations.
• Collaborate with HR Locals and PACS HRBPs to ensure employee FMLA eligibility and ADA Interactive Processes are followed.
• Train the LOA Team on best practices and updates to current leave laws in all states where PACS does business.
• Collect supporting documentation from employees for FMLA and ADA when needed.
• Follow up with HR Locals, Managers, and/or employees as needed.
• Provide assistance in executing the daily operations of the benefits department when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Requirements:

• Manage LOA Specialists and LOA Coordinators.

Qualifications:

• Education and/or Experience:Experience in Workday HRIS platform preferred. Prior Human Resources Benefits administration preferred.
• Language Skills:Must have strong written and verbal communication skills. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
• Mathematical Skills:High school level mathematics preferred.
• Interpersonal Communication:Provide accurate, detailed responses and build effective working relationships. Ability to work collaboratively with key stakeholders. Detail-oriented and able to maintain confidential and private personnel data.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:None required.

Physical Demands:

• Work is generally performed in an office environment.
• Position requires sitting for extended periods of time.
• Position requires use of a computer for extended periods of time, ability to type and read computer screens.
• Position requires speaking either on the telephone or directly with employees.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.