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Robert Half Workers Compensation Analyst in Dallas, Texas
Description
Overview
The Leave of Absence Specialist manages the leave administration escalations and improves leave administration in the region through strategies, policies, and best practices. This role is the region specialist in leave administration.
Duties and Responsibilities
Train and coach Leave Administrators to ensure an organized and predictable experience for employees and managers
Manage escalations as the expert in leave administration laws for each state in the region
Improve strategies and policies for managing leave administration efficiently and with integrity
Evaluate alternatives and approves workplace accommodations
Educate employees and management on leave practices and policies
Evaluate leave trends and recommend solutions
Implement best practices to return employees back to work utilizing return to work programs and light duty when possible
Partner with Safety to reduce work injuries
Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipate legislation changes, enforce adherence to requirements, and advise management on needed actions
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree plus three years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of FMLA/ ADAAA regulations
Ability to communicate to and build relationships using customer service skills
Knowledge in Program Management to design and implement core programs
Knowledge in Stakeholder Engagement to partner with Human Resources Business Partner’s and senior leaders to, directly and indirectly, ensure alignment between program development and business needs/goals
Planning and organizational skills and business judgment, including the ability to anticipate the impact of decisions/initiatives
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge in Strategy/Process Development to utilize process and performance enhancing frameworks, such as six sigma/agile/lean, set direction and foundation for Human Resource programs and processes
Knowledge of compliance issues related to a multi-state, multi-company payroll
Able to communicate and build cross-functional relationships; works with all levels of personnel and effectively interact with senior and executive management
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