HR Leave Specialist - 20hrs/wk

Mass General Brigham (Enterprise Services)
parental leave, sick time
United States, Massachusetts, Somerville
399 Revolution Drive (Show on map)
Jan 09, 2025
Responsible for administering leave programs, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations, and supporting employees throughout the leave process. Essential Functions -Manage all aspects of employee leave programs, including but not limited to medical leave, parental leave, sick leave, vacation, and other types of time-off requests. -Serve as the main point of contact for employees seeking information and guidance on leave programs. -Ensure that leave policies and procedures are in line with hospital policies, local labor laws, and relevant regulatory requirements. -Monitor and track employee leaves to ensure timely and accurate documentation, approvals, and re-certifications as needed. -Conduct regular training sessions for managers and employees to educate them about leave policies, procedures, and best practices. -Prepare reports on leave usage, trends, and patterns for HR management and other relevant stakeholders. -Collaborate with managers and the Occupational Health team to facilitate accommodation requests for employees returning from leave. Education Bachelor's Degree Human Resources Management required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required Experience Human Resources Experience 2-3 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - In-depth knowledge of federal and state leave laws, including FMLA, ADA, and other relevant regulations. - Understanding of medical and disability terminology is a plus. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with employees and stakeholders. - Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills. - Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Physical Requirements Standing Occasionally (3-33%) Walking Occasionally (3-33%) Sitting Constantly (67-100%) Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%) Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Occasionally (3-33%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%) Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Occasionally (3-33%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.