LOA and Accommodations Specialist

FERGUSON

4d•$4,767 - $7,625•Remote

About The Position

Ferguson is hiring a Leave of Absence (LOA) and Accommodations Specialist to lead and manage Employment Practices Group processes related to associate leaves of absence, return to work, and workplace accommodations. The role works with the benefits team and a third-party LOA administrator to support compliance with applicable employment laws, including FMLA and ADA, and to minimize legal and financial risk by following organizational policies and procedures. The specialist participates in the ADA interactive process, helps determine and implement reasonable accommodations, and facilitates discussions between associates and managers. The role also provides education and training on leave and accommodation policies, analyzes leave and accommodation data for trends and opportunities to improve processes, and supports a compliant, inclusive workplace. The position may be performed remotely within the United States or from Ferguson’s corporate offices in Newport News, Virginia, according to company policy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Two to four years of experience in associate leave, accommodations, or a related field.
Strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and HR processes related to leaves of absence and accommodations.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build rapport and trust with associates at all levels.
Conflict resolution and mediation skills, with the ability to remain impartial and objective.
Problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

HR certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP.
Experience in a large organization or corporate environment.

Responsibilities

Partner with the benefits team and third-party LOA administrator to support compliance with relevant federal, state, and local leave and accommodation laws.
Ensure leave management follows established policies and procedures to minimize legal and financial risks.
Participate in the ADA interactive process and facilitate discussions between associates and managers to determine reasonable accommodations.
Ensure accommodations are implemented effectively and handled appropriately.
Conduct education and training sessions for associates and managers on leave policies and accommodation procedures.
Analyze leave data and accommodation requests to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement.
Support associate leave processes, return to work, and accommodation requests.