LOA & Benefits Specialist
About The Position
Supermicro is seeking a Leave of Absence and Benefits Specialist to administer employee leave programs, ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and provide a positive employee experience. The role is the primary point of contact for employees, managers, HR Business Partners, payroll, and third-party leave administrators throughout the leave process. It is based in San Jose, California, and is not eligible for remote work. The specialist administers leave programs, reviews requests and documentation, tracks leave activity, coordinates with internal teams and external vendors, supports return-to-work and accommodation processes, and maintains confidential case records. The role also prepares leave reports, identifies process improvements, and supports the benefits team during high-volume periods or special projects.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in leave administration or HR operations.
- Strong knowledge of FMLA, CFRA, ADA, PDL, workers’ compensation, and related leave laws.
- Experience working with HRIS systems, leave management platforms, and third-party administrators.
- Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Nice To Haves
- At least 2 years of experience supporting California employees and multi-state leave programs.
- Experience with SuccessFactors, ServiceNow, or similar HR systems.
- PHR, SHRM-CP, or related certification.
Responsibilities
- Administer leave programs, including FMLA, CFRA, ADA, PDL, personal leave, and other protected leaves.
- Review leave requests, determine eligibility, and manage required documentation.
- Track leave usage, approvals, extensions, and return-to-work dates.
- Serve as the primary contact for employee and manager questions related to leave.
- Coordinate with payroll, benefits, workers’ compensation, and third-party leave vendors.
- Ensure timely delivery of required notices and compliance with applicable laws.
- Support return-to-work processes, fitness-for-duty reviews, and reasonable accommodation efforts.
- Maintain accurate and confidential leave records and case documentation.
- Prepare leave reports and identify opportunities to improve processes and the employee experience.
- Support the benefits team during high-volume periods or with special projects.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Candidates may be eligible for participation in bonus and equity award programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
