Leave & Disability Specialist

ePlus Technology, inc.

12d • $65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

As a Leave and Disability Specialist, you will administer employee paid and unpaid leaves of absence, including Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodations, short/long-term disability (S/LTD), Paid Parental Leave (PPL) and other statutory or company-sponsored leaves, ensuring compliance with policy and all federal, state and local leave regulations.
Your Impact
The essential functions of this position include:
Stay abreast of changing legislation and update policies and procedures accordingly. Maintain eConnect, ePlus’ internal intranet, along with other applicable platforms to ensure information is accurate and current.
Act as the primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding leave and disability inquiries.
Prepare for and facilitate annual training and policy acknowledgement in applicable systems and tools.
Coordinate with third-party leave administrators and disability carriers to manage claims, track leave usage, and ensure timely approvals and payments.
Review, analyze, and maintain accurate leave and disability records; ensure compliance with company policy and legal requirements.
Provide guidance to managers and employees on leave eligibility, intermittent leave, return-to-work processes, and accommodation.
Monitor and track leave trends, provide reporting, and make recommendations for process improvements.
Collaborate with Payroll, Benefits, and HR team to ensure accurate leave reporting and payroll coordination.
Maintain knowledge of current and emerging leave-related laws and regulations at the federal, state, and local levels. Determine communications plan as necessary to the ePlus population.
Support HR initiatives related to employee engagement, wellness, and workforce planning as it relates to leaves and accommodations.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience administering leave and disability programs.
• Strong understanding of employee benefits, leave policies, and related laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, ERISA, HIPAA).
• Experience working with third-party leave administrators and disability carriers.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain complex leave laws and policies clearly.
• High level of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (UKG a plus) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiar with Payroll coordination and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Stay abreast of changing legislation and update policies and procedures accordingly.
• Maintain eConnect, ePlus’ internal intranet, along with other applicable platforms to ensure information is accurate and current.
• Act as the primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding leave and disability inquiries.
• Prepare for and facilitate annual training and policy acknowledgement in applicable systems and tools.
• Coordinate with third-party leave administrators and disability carriers to manage claims, track leave usage, and ensure timely approvals and payments.
• Review, analyze, and maintain accurate leave and disability records; ensure compliance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Provide guidance to managers and employees on leave eligibility, intermittent leave, return-to-work processes, and accommodation.
• Monitor and track leave trends, provide reporting, and make recommendations for process improvements.
• Collaborate with Payroll, Benefits, and HR team to ensure accurate leave reporting and payroll coordination.
• Maintain knowledge of current and emerging leave-related laws and regulations at the federal, state, and local levels. Determine communications plan as necessary to the ePlus population.
• Support HR initiatives related to employee engagement, wellness, and workforce planning as it relates to leaves and accommodations.

Benefits

• ePlus offers a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility, employee stock purchase program, and various paid time off benefits such as vacation, sick time, and personal leave), dependent on the position offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed