Leave of Absence (LOA) Analyst
About The Position
The Leave of Absence (LOA) Analyst at The Menta Education Group oversees employee leave cases across the organization’s operating districts, including FMLA, short- and long-term disability, state-mandated leaves, workers’ compensation, and ADA accommodations. The role provides empathetic communication while maintaining regulatory compliance. It is based at the corporate office at 2471 W Sullivan Rd, Aurora, Illinois, and follows standard hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. This salaried position follows a 12-month corporate calendar with paid benefit time off. The analyst administers leave programs from the initial request through return to work, reviews eligibility, supports ADA accommodation processes, coordinates benefit-pay calculations with payroll, maintains confidential medical records and compliance documentation, and develops processes to streamline leave requests. The Menta Education Group is a multi-state education nonprofit operating private and public/private partnership schools. Its mission is to provide innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- At least 3 years of dedicated experience managing complex leave administration and ADA processes.
- Deep knowledge of FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, and multi-state leave regulations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive matters with empathy.
Responsibilities
- Administer all leave programs from initial request through return to work and serve as the central point of contact for employees.
- Review, track, and determine eligibility for FMLA, state-specific medical leaves, and military absences.
- Partner with HR leadership and operational and school leadership to facilitate the ADA interactive process for workplace accommodations.
- Coordinate with payroll to ensure accurate integrated benefit-pay calculations.
- Maintain confidential medical records, tracking logs, and compliance filings in accordance with HIPAA and federal requirements.
- Develop policies and processes to streamline leave requests.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match.
- Paid benefit time off.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
