Leave Specialist

Mass General Brigham • Somerville, MA

3d • $52,000 - $74,402 • Remote

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary Responsible for administering leave programs, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations, and supporting employees throughout the leave process.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Human Resources Management required or Bachelor's Degree in a related Field of Study required
• Human Resources Experience 2-3 years required
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state leave laws, including FMLA, ADA, and other relevant regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with employees and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of medical and disability terminology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of employee leave programs, including but not limited to medical leave, parental leave, sick leave, vacation, and other types of time-off requests.
• Serve as the main point of contact for employees seeking information and guidance on leave programs.
• Ensure that leave policies and procedures are in line with hospital policies, local labor laws, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and track employee leaves to ensure timely and accurate documentation, approvals, and re-certifications as needed.
• Conduct regular training sessions for managers and employees to educate them about leave policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Prepare reports on leave usage, trends, and patterns for HR management and other relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with managers and the Occupational Health team to facilitate accommodation requests for employees returning from leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees