Senior Leave Management Specialist

Senior Leave Management Specialist

Come join our team! Prince George's County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

The Prince George's County Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM) is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Senior Leave Management Specialist (Human Resources Analyst 4G) position, Grade G27, in the Benefits Administration Division.

This position performs advanced professional and administrative work within the Office of Human Resources Management, serving as a subject matter expert in the administration of County leave programs. The role is responsible for supporting the full lifecycle of employee leave of absence requests—including family and medical leave, disability leave, military leave requests, and other federal, state, and County leave programs—ensuring compliance with Personnel Law, County policy, and all applicable regulations. The incumbent works closely with agency HR teams, the County ADA and Worker's Compensation Managers, Office of Law, Finance, Payroll, medical providers, and internal stakeholders to facilitate accurate case management, return-to-work processes, and the interpretation and application of regulatory requirements. The position is responsible for leave management compliance, auditing, and also prepares reports and leave program analytics, develops training and communication materials. The incumbent maintains strict confidentiality of employee information while supporting a high-volume and time-sensitive operational workload.

The Prince George's County Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM) provides HR services, policies, and programs to support the County's government employees. OHRM is committed to supporting the County's workforce by providing comprehensive human resources services and fostering a positive work environment. With a focus on recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, and workforce development, OHRM plays a vital role in ensuring that the County attracts and retains top talent while promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Examples of Work

• Serves as a subject matter expert on County leave programs, providing guidance to managers, HR Liaisons, and employees on FMLA, ADA, USERRA, disability leave, parental leave, and other County-administered leave programs.
• Reviews, processes, and tracks all leave of absence requests, ensuring accurate documentation, compliance with policy and regulation, and timely communication with employees and departments.
• Analyzes and reviews medical certifications (FMLA), disability leave (DL) paperwork, and Fit for Duty (FFD) requests, ensuring timely determinations and responses.
• Assists and supports return-to-work activities, maintaining ongoing communication with employees, supervisors, and stakeholders.
• Collaborates with OIT, Payroll/Finance, OHRM Policy, and agency HR Liaisons to support workflow improvements, accurate leave coding, and efficient leave program administration.
• Advises employees and supervisors on leave procedures and documentation requirements and coordinates with the ADA Manager and Office of Law on accommodation-related matters.
• Prepares and maintains leave-related reports, metrics, dashboards, presentations, etc., to support program monitoring, trend analysis, and recommendations for process improvements. Leverages data for process improvement of plan administration and day-to-day operations.
• Supports the internal coordination and implementation activities related to the Maryland Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (MD FAMLI) program, including gathering information, reviewing requirements, and contributing to procedure and guideline development.
• Communicates with legal counsel, physicians, external providers, and internal stakeholders to gather information and resolve leave-related inquiries.
• Develops and delivers training and informational sessions on leave policies, procedures, and updates for employees, supervisors, and agency representatives.
• Participates in grievance hearings, prepares related documentation, and provides subject matter input to support management decisions.
• Maintains complete and accurate records of leave cases in accordance with Personnel Law and federal/state requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned consistent with the responsibilities of the role, including essential reporting duties during inclement weather or emergency operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the Human Resources/Personnel Management, Organizational Development, Business/Public Management, Psychology, or closely related field
• Three (3) years of professional level human resources experience with at least one (1) year in a lead/supervisory role

An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered. EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION. Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, or closely related field
• Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsibly experience in the leave management field
• Demonstrated experience implementing comprehensive leave management programs
• Proven track record of technical and compliance expertise
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, including the ability to identify patterns and trends, risk areas and opportunities for process improvement
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to deliver guidance and training to employees and managers
• Highly organized and the ability to manage high-volume caseloads in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
• Strong customer service orientation and the ability to navigate sensitive and confidential matters professionally and empathetically
• Demonstrated sound judgement and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to navigate HRIS and leave management systems
• Advanced technical acumen with HRIS platforms and data management; experience leading or supporting process redesign, workflow optimization, and system enhancements
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite software
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex issues and deliver practical, people and data-informed solutions
• High attention to detail and ability to synthesize information from multiple sources to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Professional certification in Benefits Administration or Human Resources (i.e., CEBS or SHRM)

Additional Information

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates: June 24, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: 1400 McCormick Dr, Largo, MD 20774

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a