Leave & HR Compliance Administrator

Sekisui House U.S.•Denver, CO

13d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for administering employee leave programs while ensuring organizational compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. This role serves as a subject matter expert on leave management and HR compliance, supporting employees, managers, and HR leadership by mitigating risk, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring consistent, compliant practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
3–5 years of experience administering employee leave programs and employment compliance processes
Experience working with HRIS systems, leave management platforms, and case management tools
Experience administering FMLA, ADA, disability, and state leave programs.
Knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess eligibility and interpret policies
Ability to manage multiple priorities and a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment
Customer service mindset with the ability to handle sensitive employee situations with professionalism
Strong collaboration skills and ability to work cross-functionally (HR, Legal, Payroll, Benefits)
Strong knowledge of employment laws and leave regulations, with the ability to apply them in practice

Nice To Haves

Experience managing multi-state leave programs and applying federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., FMLA, ADA)
Experience partnering with third-party leave administrators or benefits vendors

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end administration of employee leave programs from initiation through return-to-work
Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding leave requests, eligibility, and status updates
Coordinate with third-party leave administrators and benefits vendors when applicable
Track leave usage, intermittent leave, and return-to-work timelines
Facilitate return-to-work processes, including fitness-for-duty evaluations where required
Educate employees and managers on leave policies, procedures, and responsibilities
Provide guidance on ADA accommodations and manage the interactive process
Partner with HR Business Partners, Legal, and Payroll teams to resolve leave-related issues
Maintain and manage leave tracking systems and HRIS data
Generate reports on leave status
Ensure HR practices, policies, and programs comply with federal, state, and local laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, FLSA)
Monitor regulatory updates and recommend policy/process changes
Support compliance with wage and hour laws, employee classification, and recordkeeping requirements
Manage and coordinate company training related to state-required laws
Manage internal audit review processes and ensure proper documentation