Leave Management Specialist II

MITER Brands•Harrisburg, PA

9d•$69,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Leave Specialist II position exists to serve as the primary contact to support our HR Generalist, Team Members, Legal, and our 3rd Party Leave Administrator to ensure accurate, timely and compliant leave administration. This role is critical in ensuring a seamless coordination of leave, benefits, pay, RTW process, and system updates.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in leave administration or HR Operations
Experience with Workday, or similar HRIS and leave management software
Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
Continuous improvement mindset
Ability to navigate sensitive team member situations with empathy and professionalism
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex legal requirements with empathy and clarity
Candidates must provide truthful and complete information regarding their eligibility to work in the U.S. and any current or future need for employment sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR is highly preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary contact for HR Generalist, Leaders and Third Party Administrator throughout a TM’s leave cycle
Provide clear communication regarding benefits, pay continuation and other required actions
Coordinate supplemental leave pay and ensure accuracy with the Payroll Team
Partner with payroll to resolve any pay discrepancies and ensure accurate team member compensation
Validate leave-related pay calculations, including caregiver and childbirth recovery leaves
Maintain accurate leave records within Workday
Audit leave statuses, RTW dates and payroll integrations
Identify any process improvements and automation opportunities
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive team member information appropriately
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave laws including FMLA, ADA, CFRA, PDL, and paid leave programs
Create and support standardized processes and documentation to reduce compliance risk
Partner with third-party leave administrator to ensure accuracy
Monitor vendor service level and communication effectiveness
Escalate delayed or inaccurate leave cases to ensure timely resolution
Coordinate RTW with HR, Leaders and team members to facilitate a smooth transition back to work
Coordinate accommodations and ADA interactive process with legal and HR when necessary