HR Leave of Absence Specialist

Company: Allied Universal
Location: Santa Ana
Posted on: June 20, 2022

Job Description:

Overview:At Allied Universal -, we continue to build an inclusive, Be Phenomenal - culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse workplace. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities in which we serve. Allied Universal offers so much more than just a job. We offer careers. We take great pride in our promote-from-within culture. There are countless examples of individuals who began their career as Security Professionals and today hold positions on our senior leadership team. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, 401K, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for all full-time positions! Start your phenomenal career with Allied Universal - today!Job Description:Allied Universal Security is looking for a Leave of Absence Specialist to be located at our Corporate Headquarters in Santa Ana, CA. Under direction of the Leaves of Absence Manager, the Leaves of Absence Specialist is part of a team primarily responsible for the oversight of the Company's national Leaves of Absence program supported by our third-party administrator, to ensure compliance based on federal and state regulations and ensure on-going claim management is within company service standards
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide leave of absence claim management oversight, with the support of our third-party administrator.
• Analyze and track data output related to denied leaves or employees that do not return to work at end of their approved leave. Work with human resources and employees' management on steps to take to bring employee back to work or take other appropriate actions.
• Respond to requests from state agencies related to state paid disability and leave programs.
• Provide excellent customer service by providing timely responses while offering education along with expert guidance to all potential LOA inquiries.
• Support the day-to-day outsourced LOA administration while developing and maintaining relationships with HR and benefits teams, managers, employees and corporate counsel as needed.
• Participate in and support management and co-workers with specific audit and compliance projects.
• Properly engage with managers and Human Resources in the interactive process and document the process related to reasonable accommodations.
• Serve as a point of contact for phone, emails and mail communications with employees, management and human resources staff regarding all leaves of absence and related processes.
• Provide instruction to employees and training of management and HR staff on appropriate procedure for all types of leaves, including "interactive process discussions" training.
• Maintain LOA HRIS (WinTeam, by TeamSoftware).
• Oversee integration of leaves (i.e. Workman's compensation with FMLA) and integration with other functions (benefits during LOA, payroll, etc.).
• Perform special projects as needed.
  QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Minimum High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 1+ years experience in HR or Leave of Absence in a high volume, fast paced environment on a national level.
  • In-depth knowledge of Family Medical Leave Act, Military Leaves, and other applicable federal and state laws, as well as company leave policies.
  • Working knowledge of integration of leaves and benefits
  • Excellent demonstrated ability to maintain sensitive information in a strictly confidential manner, exhibiting a high degree of ethics, professionalism and service orientation in all activities and all interactions with internal and external individuals.
  • Must be a proactive problem solver and team player, with an above-average attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Must exhibit a high degree of flexibility and initiative, with the ability to effectively operate with limited supervision.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office products (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/ Outlook), and internet and website navigation required. Analytical and technical support required. Advanced Excel knowledge.
  • Energetic, driven personality with a demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills required with the ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organizationClosing:Allied Universal - is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.AUS.com
    If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
    Requisition ID: 2022-782484

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