Leave of Absence Specialist

Who We Are:

ExtensisHR, one of the largest Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) in the U.S. with client employees in all fifty states, is looking for talented people to join our team.  If you want to contribute your talents, make a bigger impact, and be part of the growing PEO & HRO industry, we are interested in talking to you. Our renowned industry leadership in customer service starts with our people. You can contribute to delivering on our brand promise of helping organizations succeed through our people-first approach in solving customer’s ever-evolving HR needs. Our HR offerings include personalized services for HR, employee benefits, payroll and taxes, employer risk, compliance, and employee management. Today, we manage over $3 billion in employment-related costs annually—and we are growing every day.

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Who You Are:

The LOA Specialist serves as a key HR partner responsible for managing and administering job-protected leave of absence policies. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while delivering exceptional service to clients and employees. The position requires strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills to support a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do:

• Administer leave programs including FMLA, state-specific job-protected leave, and Temporary Disability Benefits.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for leave-related inquiries from clients and employees.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of leave laws across all 50 states.
• Track and document leave cases in CMS, HRIS, and LOA databases.
• Collaborate with payroll and HR teams to assist clients with providing accurate compensation during leave periods.
• Provide guidance on leave eligibility and policy interpretation.
• Support training initiatives related to leave administration and standard processes.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance service delivery.
• Other duties as assigned

AI Utilization and Literacy:

A key function of this role includes the effective use and understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies to enhance productivity, decision-making, and overall performance. This position is expected to maintain awareness of emerging AI applications relevant to their responsibilities, apply AI tools ethically and effectively, and continuously develop their AI proficiency.

What You Bring:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of HR experience with exposure to leave administration.
• Working knowledge of FMLA and multi-state leave laws.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• CLMS, PHR/SPHR, or SHRM-CP/SCP certification.
• Experience in the PEO industry.
• Background in employment law with a focus on leave policies.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong command of employment laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, NJFLA, NYPFL, CFRA, EEO).
• Consultative and presentation skills.
• High level of professionalism, ethical standards and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Physical Demands:  

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing desk-related tasks. 

• Prolonged use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse, requiring repetitive motion. 

• Ability to lift and carry office supplies or equipment up to 20 pounds. 

• Occasional bending, reaching, and twisting to retrieve files or supplies. 

• Ability to walk throughout the office, including moving between different departments or meeting rooms. 

• Ability to communicate effectively in person and via phone or video conferencing. 

• Ability to focus and maintain attention for long periods while working on various tasks. 

• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form. 

• Ability to travel regionally to client sites.

• The work environment is typically quiet and climate-controlled, with standard office equipment available. 

• • This role may be performed in a hybrid or remote setting, depending on business needs and employee accommodation. 

What We Offer:

At ExtensisHR, we recognize there are many factors that influence your overall satisfaction both at work, and in your personal life. Under our ‘ You Supported Program,’ we provide a great mixture of compensation, benefits, company culture, and resources to our employees that help you reach a happier, more balanced life. Some of these offerings include:

• Competitive compensation to reward you for your hard work every day. $70,000- $80,000.
• Progressive  Paid-Time Off Program for you to enjoy time out of the office, including time off for volunteering and life events.
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision and Life  insurance to encourage a healthy lifestyle available from day one. 
• Pretax Spending Accounts to ease taxes on health and dependent care expenses.
• 401k and IRA  retirement plans , employer contributions.
• Extensive  professional development programs to help you get to where you want to go in your career.
• Employee Discounts  on retail and entertainment.
• A  social and community outreach committee that promotes a fun inclusive culture through in-office events and networking opportunities. 
• Diversity, Inclusion and Equity (DEI) committee that promotes organization DEI initiatives and employee engagement.
• Complimentary coffee and   snacks to keep you fueled and productive throughout the day.

Work Environment :

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. 

ExtensisHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: ExtensisHR is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ExtensisHR are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. ExtensisHR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.