Leave Specialist - Overland Park, KS

Crawford & Company • KS, KS

4h • $16 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Leave Specialist, you’ll administer FMLA policies for multiple clients, manage leave requests, and ensure compliance while providing exceptional support. If you’re detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your chance to join a team that values teamwork, excellence, and professional growth. If you're passionate about helping employees navigate important life events and enjoy delivering outstanding service, we'd love to hear from you!

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2-5 years of FMLA claim administration or a related field.
• Current experience in the integrated disability and absence management industry.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to manage difficult and stressful situations.
• Strong communication skills — written, verbal, persuasion, motivation, facilitation of strong working relationships.
• Ability to manage business expectations and resolve concerns, by communicating status and issues.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and escalate customer issues.
• Ability to interpret and analyze multiple facts.
• Must have a solid understanding of FMLA and employment.
• Must complete continuing education requirements as outlined by Crawford Educational Services.

Responsibilities

• Assists associates with Leave of Absence ("LOA") requests and guides them through the process.
• Processes all LOA paperwork according to established procedures and laws.
• Provides timely and accurate responses to associates and all levels of management concerning day-to-day issues and activities.
• Administers the FMLA policy.
• Reviews FMLA documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Makes recommendations to approve or deny requests for FMLA based on federal regulations.
• Conducts FMLA training for Department supervisors and employees.
• Coordinates correspondence, forms and other documents via the claim system.
• Generates reports as required.
• Maintains files.
• Assists management with LOA situations and provides guidance within the policy and established legal guidelines.
• Keeps complete records of all LOA requests and maintains tracking and analysis of data.
• Participates in developing goals, objectives, and systems.
• Maintains compliance with standards and federal/state regulations.
• Serves as an internal reference to the team for certification requirements and processing.
• Contacts Providers for clarification.
• Inputs and analyzes data.
• Supports management with special projects as necessary.
• Upholds the Crawford Code of Conduct.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay
• Bonus/Incentive Pay and other Performance-Based Rewards, if applicable.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Prescription Drugs
• HSA, HRA, and FSA Accounts
• Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Supplemental Health Benefits
• Enhanced Mental Health Support
• Virtual Physical Therapy
• Caregiving Services
• Life Assistance Program
• Training programs that promote continuous learning and career progression while enhancing job performance.
• Sustainability programs that give back to the communities in which we live and work.
• A culture of respect, collaboration, entrepreneurial spirit and inclusion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree