Leave of Absence Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Leave of Absence Specialist

Location: Houston, TX

Pay Rate: Starting at $36.00/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Dean's Professional Services is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Leave of Absence Specialist to support a leading healthcare organization in Houston, TX. This role serves as a subject matter expert on leave programs, including LOA, FMLA, and LTD , while providing guidance to employees, leaders, vendors, and internal HR partners.

Responsibilities

• Administer and coordinate leave of absence programs in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on LOA, FMLA, and LTD policies, procedures, and processes.

• Provide accurate and timely guidance to employees and managers regarding leave eligibility, requirements, and return-to-work processes.

• Coordinate leave claims with external vendors and provide accurate information for claim processing.

• Monitor employee leaves and coordinate timely return-to-work activities.

• Communicate with employees, managers, HR, Payroll, Benefits, Information Services, and external vendors to resolve leave-related issues.

• Investigate claim discrepancies and identify solutions to routine and complex leave management concerns.

• Assist with developing training materials, communications, and resources related to leave programs.

• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and medical information.

• Support reporting, data management, and analysis related to leave programs.

• Identify process improvements and provide recommendations to leadership.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required

• 2+ years of experience in Human Resources required

• 2+ years of experience in leave of absence, FMLA, benefits, employee relations, or vendor relationship management

• Strong knowledge of LOA, FMLA, and LTD administration

• Experience managing vendor relationships preferred

• Working knowledge of PeopleSoft or another HRIS

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Strong administrative, data management, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and customer service skills

Why Join Dean's Professional Services?

• Competitive pay with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

• Consistent Monday-Friday schedule supporting work-life balance

• Opportunity to make an impact within a leading healthcare organization

• Supportive, professional, and collaborative work environment

Since 1993, Dean's Professional Services has placed over 50,000 professionals nationwide . As a trusted, award-winning staffing firm, we connect top talent with leading organizations across healthcare and professional industries-focusing on skill, experience, and culture fit.

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Dean's Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing firm providing temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire solutions across healthcare and professional industries.

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