Leave Specialist
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Job Location:
Everett, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
As Leave Specialist at Dungarvin youll be the go-to expert for employees and leaders navigating leaves of absence accommodations and workers compensation. Every case you manage will be handled with care precision and compliance ensuring a positive experience for employees while keeping the organization protected. Reporting to the Sr. Leave Manager youll play a pivotal role in shaping HR processes supporting employee well-being and guiding leaders through complex situations; all while making a meaningful impact on the people and the organization you serve.
What You GetToDo:
- Manage all employee leaves of absence in compliance with federal and state regulations including FMLA
- Serve as a key resource for employees and managers on leave accommodations and related processes
- Assist employees with completing required leave paperwork including explaining benefits and PTO usage
- Coordinate and communicate return-to-work information and notifications
- Maintain accurate leave accommodation and workers compensation documentation and tracking
- Manage workers compensation claims and support early return-to-work efforts
- Support OSHA compliance including bloodborne pathogen exposure and incident tracking
Qualifications :
MUST HAVE:
- HR Experience: 2 years of human resources experience with a strong understanding of state and federal employment laws leave management and workers compensation processes.
- HRIS Expertise: Experience with HR or leave management platforms: UKG Pro Workday or People Assist to manage HR processes efficiently.
- Technical Proficiency: Microsoft Office 365 (Excel Word Outlook PowerPoint) as well as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint to support reporting analysis collaboration and communication needs.
NICE TO HAVE:
- Education:Bachelors degree related to Human Resources (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Professional Certification: PHR SHRM-CP or CHRS (Certified Human Resources Specialist).
- Multi-State HR Experience: Experience in multi-state HR operations or human services environments.
- Specialized Training: Completion of specialized certification or formal training in FMLA leave administration or related HR compliance areas is a strong plus.
Additional Information :
SKILLS CRITICAL FOR SUCCESS:
- HR Experience & Scale Management: Proven experience supporting large workforces ( 60-100 employees) and managing HR processes efficiently.
- Independent Problem Solving & Judgment: Works autonomously makes sound decisions and resolves issues effectively by separating facts from emotion.
- Confidentiality & Integrity: Handles sensitive employee and organizational information with the highest level of discretion ethical standards and consistent follow-through.
- Communication & Influence: Clearly and confidently communicates with employees managers and external partners redirecting conversations as needed.
- Emotional Intelligence & Professionalism: Maintains a calm productive approach in complex or emotionally charged situations.
- Time Management & Organization: Highly organized and proactive able to prioritize multiple tasks meet deadlines and manage competing priorities without letting anything slip through the cracks.
- Accountability & Direct Issue Resolution: Takes ownership from start to finish following through on commitments and addressing challenges head-on to move situations forward efficiently.
- Collaboration & Teamwork: Work effectively with HR colleagues risk management supervisors and employees to ensure seamless HR operations.
WHY YOULL LOVE THIS ROLE:
This is a role where your work matters. Youll be the trusted go-to for employees and leaders during some of the most important moments at work owning cases from start to finish and directly shaping how people experience the organization. Youll have the autonomy to think on your feet solve real problems in real time and help improve processes that actually make life easier all while being part of a supportive values-driven HR team that trusts you to do your job well without micromanagement. If you thrive on variety accountability and doing work that truly makes an impact this role will be incredibly rewarding.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
AtDungarvin diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees andpersonsserved. Compass andDungarvinare affirmative action and equalopportunityemployers.
The deadline for internal applications is set for two weeks from the date of the job posting.
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Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Full-time
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- Microsoft Outlook Calendar
- EHS
About Company
At Dungarvin, we're not just a national company; we're a family of caring, passionate, and dedicated team members working together nationwide to offer top-notch, community-based support. Our mission is simple: We're here to provide exceptional assistance to individuals with intellectu ... View more
