[Hiring] Leave Specialist @TrueBlue

Role Description

The Leave Specialist is responsible for administering employee leave of absence programs in compliance with federal, state, and company policies. This role serves as a subject matter expert for leave-related inquiries, ensuring accurate case management, regulatory compliance, and a positive employee experience throughout the leave lifecycle.

Location: Remote

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and manage employee leaves of absence, including but not limited to FMLA, ADA, state and local leave laws, military leave, and company-sponsored leaves.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees, managers, and HR partners regarding leave programs, eligibility, processes, and documentation.
• Review medical certifications and supporting documentation to determine leave qualification and duration.
• Coordinate with payroll, employee relations, workers’ compensation, and disability vendors to ensure accurate pay, benefit continuation, and return-to-work processes.
• Track leave usage and ensure timely notices, approvals, extensions, and closures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including FMLA, ADA, and state-specific leave programs.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records in HRIS and leave management systems.
• Partner with HR and management to support accommodations and return-to-work planning.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and contribute to policy updates and training materials.
• Prepare reports and metrics related to leave activity, trends, and compliance audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2 years + of experience administering leave of absence programs.
• Strong working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and state leave laws.
• Experience working with HRIS and/or third-party leave administration systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or Certified Leave Management Specialist (CLMS).
• Experience in a multi-state or complex regulatory environment.
• Background in benefits, disability, or workers’ compensation coordination.

Competencies

• Compliance-focused mindset.
• Employee-centric service approach.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Collaboration and stakeholder partnership.
• Sound judgment and decision-making.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position will not have any direct supervisory responsibilities.

Salary Range

$24.86 - $29.81 per hour, depending on experience and geographic location. Please note that actual compensation offered may vary based on local pay requirements, and will meet or exceed state-specific minimum wage or salary thresholds.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package, including 6 paid holidays.
• 1 paid floating holiday and up to 15 days of Paid Time Off per year.
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance.
• Company-matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Additional programs and perks.