Leave Specialist

Overview

Manages employee leave cases, ensures compliance, and supports staff throughout the process.

Key Responsibilities

• data analysis
• compliance
• leave approval
• case management
• reporting
• process improvement

Tasks

-Generate and analyze leave data and trends, preparing regular reports to identify opportunities for process improvement. -Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave laws, proactively monitoring changes and updating processes as needed. -Approve or deny leave requests based on documentation, legal requirements, and organizational guidelines, escalating complex cases as appropriate. -Evaluate and determine eligibility for leave and accommodation requests in accordance with federal, state, and company policies, ensuring consistent and compliant decisions. -Provide training and guidance to managers and employees on leave policies, documentation requirements, and return-to-work expectations. -Serve as the primary contact for employees and managers regarding leave eligibility, timelines, and responsibilities, maintaining confidentiality and empathy throughout. -Support accommodation requests and the interactive process for return-to-work cases, ensuring alignment with ADA and internal policies. -Escalate complex cases to the Employee Relations Director, Benefits Director, or Legal as appropriate. -Partner closely with HR Business Partners, Benefits, Payroll, and managers to ensure consistent, compliant, and equitable application of leave policies. -Recommend accommodations and return-to-work solutions, collaborating with HR, managers, and Legal to finalize reasonable adjustments and ensure operational continuity. -Coordinate with third-party administrators and carriers (e.g., Workers’ Compensation) to ensure timely claim processing and communication. -Serve as the subject matter expert on accommodations and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), facilitating the interactive process, coordinating documentation, and partnering with employees, managers, and HR to ensure timely and compliant resolutions. -Draft and maintain all leave-related documentation, templates, and communications to ensure clarity and compliance. -Recommend and implement enhancements to increase efficiency, reduce risk, and improve the employee experience. -Manage and track all employee leave cases from intake through return-to-work using the AbsenceSoft Case Management system.

Requirements

• absencesoft
• fmla/ada
• shrm/hrci
• clms
• hr degree
• 2-4 years

What You Bring

-Experience using AbsenceSoft or similar absence management systems. -Familiarity with accommodation and return-to-work processes. -Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with a focus on continuous improvement. -SHRM/HRCI Certification (preferred) -Strong understanding of FMLA, ADA, state-specific leave laws, and related employment regulations. -Valid driver’s license -FMLA/ADA Compliance Certificate (preferred) -Experience collaborating with third-party administrators and insurance carriers. -Certified Leave Management Specialist (CLMS) (preferred) -Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered. -Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy, professionalism, and empathy in a fast-paced environment. -2–4 years of experience in leave administration, benefits administration, or HR compliance.

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Benefits

-Educational Enhancement Program -Long and short term disability -Brand new amenity space that includes a full gym/fitness center and golf simulator -Employee referral payment program -Paid Parental Leave -Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits -Discount on an apartment at any one of our properties -Life/ AD&D Insurance -Retirement Plan - 401(k) Plan

About Morgan Properties

-Focuses on multi-family residential communities, managing thousands of units across various states. -Invests in real estate, acquiring and improving properties to enhance value for residents and stakeholders. -Excels in property maintenance, community engagement, and operational efficiency. -Portfolio spans from luxury to affordable housing, offering diverse living options. -Known for strategic acquisitions and a commitment to excellence in property management. -Approach to real estate is marked by thoughtful redevelopment for long-term sustainability and growth.

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