Leave of Absence Coordinator

D.R. Horton•Arlington, TX

About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information. D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Leave of Absence Coordinator. The right candidate will administer and provide support for all Leaves of Absence (LOA) requests. Provide initial contact with employee to systemize all cases to provide comprehensive case management, absence management and program compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”), Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and all other related employment laws. Performs exemplary customer service and assistance.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
One to five years of experience in managing leave cases (FMLA, ADA, LTD/STD)
Ability to engage in the interactive process
Knowledge of employee benefits as they relate to leaves of absence, including short/long term disability, COBRA, state disability, ADA, FMLA and other applicable laws
Must be able to work independently and work well within a team, receive little supervision and schedule priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Superb organizational skills and provide attention to detail
Excellent customer service skills
Proficiency with MS Office and email
Ability to lift 5-10 pounds

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university preferred
Completion of specialized certification or training on FMLA/leave administration a plus
PeopleSoft and absence management experience a plus

Responsibilities

Perform initial interview with employee to administer leave programs and policies in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws (FMLA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, etc.) and ensure compliance with company policies
Facilitate the assignment of leave case transitions to LOA Specialist to administer throughout return to work
Communicate with employees regarding the leave process. Ensure the employee is aware of the qualifications and required documentation to meet leave requirements
Track leave administration process from the employees’ initial notice of leave. Determine leave eligibility/designation, coordinate required paperwork along with any necessary medical leave certification in accordance with specified legal requirements and best practices
Initiate and facilitate the interactive process as necessary between employee and the company
Coordinate employee status to payroll to ensure proper accounting of payroll records
Process other leave requests to include military leave, ADA accommodations, workers comp, disability, intermittent or reduced work schedule
Preserve confidentiality of employee medical documentation and files in accordance to HIPAA and Employee Privacy standards
Timely manage employee insurance premiums to include proper accounting or request for delinquent payments
Maintain HRIS system to timely report all leave requests
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all applicable leave and accommodation laws including the FMLA, ADA, state and local laws
Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner
Ability to work overtime