[Hiring] Leave of Absence and Accommodation Specialist @FERGUSON

Role Description

The role of Leave of Absence (“LOA”) and Accommodation Specialist is to lead all aspects of and handle the Employment Practices Group (“EPG”) processes related to associate leaves of absence, return to work and accommodations within the organization.

This role is responsible for several key functions, including:

• Partnering with the benefits team and third-party LOA administrator to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, such as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Minimizing legal and financial risks associated with leave management by ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Participating in the interactive process required by the ADA to determine reasonable accommodations for associates with disabilities.
• Conducting education and training sessions for associates and managers to raise awareness of leave policies and accommodation procedures.
• Applying leave data and accommodation requests to identify trends and analyze patterns for decision-making and improvement.
• Supporting both associates and the organization by engaging in complicated leave processes, maintaining compliance, and fostering a supportive workplace environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, or related field or equivalent experience. HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus.
• Proven experience (2-4 years) in associate leave, accommodations, or related field, preferably in a large organization or corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and HR standard processes regarding leave of absence and accommodations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with associates at all levels.
• Solid conflict resolution and mediation skills, with the ability to remain impartial and objective.
• Demonstrated 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.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Mental health coverage.
• Gender affirming and family building benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Associate discounts.
• Community involvement opportunities.

Company Description

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations.