Leave of Absence Specialist

Taleo Social Sourcing • Arlington, TX

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About The Position

D.R. Horton is hiring a Leave of Absence Specialist to administer and oversee support for employee leaves of absence. The role manages cases from initial notice through return to work, ensuring compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), USERRA, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and company policies. The specialist communicates with employees and managers, coordinates eligibility decisions, documentation and medical certifications, and supports intermittent or reduced-schedule leaves and the interactive process. The position also maintains leave records in the HRIS, communicates employee status to payroll, supports insurance-premium accounting, and protects the confidentiality of medical records. The role requires independent judgment, strong organization and customer service, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

D.R. Horton describes itself as the largest homebuilder in the U.S. and a publicly traded Fortune 500 company. It offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k); an employee stock purchase plan; flexible spending accounts; life and disability insurance; vacation, sick, and personal time; company holidays; and additional voluntary and company-provided benefits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five to seven years of experience managing leave cases, including FMLA, ADA, and long- or short-term disability.
• Ability to engage in the interactive process.
• Ability to exercise discretionary judgment and critical assessment skills.
• Extensive knowledge of employee benefits related to leaves of absence, including short- and long-term disability, COBRA, state disability, ADA, FMLA, and other applicable laws.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, receive little supervision, and schedule priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and email.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
• Specialized certification or training in FMLA or leave administration.
• PeopleSoft and absence-management experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer leave programs and policies in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and company policies.
• Communicate with employees and their managers about the leave process, qualifications, and required documentation.
• Manage leave cases from the employee’s initial notice through return to work.
• Determine leave eligibility and designation, and coordinate required paperwork and medical certifications.
• Coordinate intermittent or reduced-schedule leave as needed.
• Facilitate the interactive process between the employee and company as needed.
• Maintain reasonable communication with all parties to facilitate a timely return to work.
• Verify and confirm employee status with payroll to ensure accurate payroll records.
• Facilitate military leave, ADA accommodations, workers’ compensation, disability claims, and other leave requests.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee medical documentation and files in accordance with HIPAA and employee privacy standards.
• Keep current on applicable leave and accommodation laws.
• Ensure timely employee insurance-premium payments and proper accounting or requests for delinquent payments.
• Maintain the HRIS system and timely reporting of leave requests.
• Conduct business in a professional and ethical manner.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k).
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Vacation, sick, and personal time.
• Company holidays.
• Multiple voluntary and company-provided benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED