HR Generalist – Legislative Leaves

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group•Loma Linda, CA

4d•$86,000 - $108,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The HR Generalist – Legislative Leaves is responsible for administering and coordinating all aspects of employee leave programs in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to FMLA, CFRA, PDL, SDI, ADA, and other protected leaves. This role serves as a key resource to employees and management, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies while maintaining a positive employee experience. In addition, the HR Generalist supports other core HR functions, including benefits administration, onboarding and policy interpretation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
Minimum of 3years of HR experience, with at least 2 years focused on leave administration.
Experience working with multiple leave types (FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA, SDI, Workers’ Compensation).
Strong understanding of federal and state employment and leave laws.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate complex information clearly.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and document management platforms.
Ability to work independently while maintaining strong team collaboration.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Administer and coordinate employee leaves of absence, including FMLA, CFRA, PDL, SDI, military, and other statutory or company-sponsored leaves.
Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and managers, regarding leave eligibility, documentation requirements, timelines, and return-to-work processes.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local leave laws and maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislative changes.
Prepare and distribute required leave notifications, forms, and correspondence in accordance with legal and company requirements.
Track and monitor employee leave usage, ensuring accurate documentation and timely updates in payroll systems.
Coordinate disability and paid family leave benefits integration to ensure accurate pay continuation.
Partner with managers to plan for employee absences, and facilitate smooth return-to-work transitions, including reasonable accommodation discussions where applicable.
Assist with benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee eligibility tracking.
Support new hire onboarding and orientation, ensuring a positive employee experience.
Provide guidance to employees and supervisors on HR policies, procedures, and compliance-related matters.
Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity in the payroll system.
Participate in HR projects, audits, and process improvement initiatives.