Leave of Absence Specialist

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries.  Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an LOA Specialist. The right candidate will administer and oversee the support of all Leaves of Absence (LOA).Systemize all cases to include comprehensive case management, absence management and program compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”), Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and all other related employment laws. Performs exemplary customer service and assistance..

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Administer leave programs and policies in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws (FMLA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, etc.) and ensure compliance with company policies
• Communicate with employees and their management regarding the leave process.Ensure that all parties are aware of the qualifications and required documentation to meet leave requirements
• Track leave administration process from the employees’ initial notice of leave through the return to work.Determine leave eligibility/designation, coordinate required paperwork along with any necessary medical certification in accordance with specified legal requirements and best practices
• Coordinate intermittent or reduced schedule leave as necessary
• Facilitate the interactive process as necessary between employee and the company
• Maintain reasonable communication with all parties to facilitate a smooth and timely return to work
• Verify and confirm employee status to payroll to ensure proper accounting of payroll records
• Facilitate other leave requests to include military leave, ADA accommodations, workers comp, intermittent or reduced work schedule, disability claims
• Preserve confidentiality of employee medical documentation and files in accordance to HIPAA and Employee Privacy standards
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all applicable leave and accommodation laws including the FMLA, ADA, state and local laws
• Ensure timely employee insurance premiums to include proper accounting or request for delinquent payments
• Maintain HRIS system to timely report all leave requests
• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries.  Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an LOA Specialist. The right candidate will administer and oversee the support of all Leaves of Absence (LOA).Systemize all cases to include comprehensive case management, absence management and program compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”), Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and all other related employment laws. Performs exemplary customer service and assistance..

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Administer leave programs and policies in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws (FMLA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, etc.) and ensure compliance with company policies
• Communicate with employees and their management regarding the leave process.Ensure that all parties are aware of the qualifications and required documentation to meet leave requirements
• Track leave administration process from the employees’ initial notice of leave through the return to work.Determine leave eligibility/designation, coordinate required paperwork along with any necessary medical certification in accordance with specified legal requirements and best practices
• Coordinate intermittent or reduced schedule leave as necessary
• Facilitate the interactive process as necessary between employee and the company
• Maintain reasonable communication with all parties to facilitate a smooth and timely return to work
• Verify and confirm employee status to payroll to ensure proper accounting of payroll records
• Facilitate other leave requests to include military leave, ADA accommodations, workers comp, intermittent or reduced work schedule, disability claims
• Preserve confidentiality of employee medical documentation and files in accordance to HIPAA and Employee Privacy standards
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all applicable leave and accommodation laws including the FMLA, ADA, state and local laws
• Ensure timely employee insurance premiums to include proper accounting or request for delinquent payments
• Maintain HRIS system to timely report all leave requests
• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Five to seven years of experience in managing leave cases (FMLA, ADA, LTD/STD)
• Ability to engage in the interactive process
• Ability to exercise discretionary judgement and critical assessment skills  
• Extensive knowledge of employee benefits as they relate to leaves of absence, including short/long term disability, COBRA, state disability, ADA, FMLA and other applicable laws
• Must be able to work independently and work well within a team, receive little supervision and schedule priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Superb organizational skills and provide attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills
• Proficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university preferred
• Completion of specialized certification or training on FMLA/leave administration a plus
• Peoplesoft and absence management experience a plus

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including\:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder.#WeBuildPeopleToo

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Five to seven years of experience in managing leave cases (FMLA, ADA, LTD/STD)
• Ability to engage in the interactive process
• Ability to exercise discretionary judgement and critical assessment skills  
• Extensive knowledge of employee benefits as they relate to leaves of absence, including short/long term disability, COBRA, state disability, ADA, FMLA and other applicable laws
• Must be able to work independently and work well within a team, receive little supervision and schedule priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Superb organizational skills and provide attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills
• Proficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university preferred
• Completion of specialized certification or training on FMLA/leave administration a plus
• Peoplesoft and absence management experience a plus

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including\:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder.#WeBuildPeopleToo