Senior Leave of Absence Specialist

Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture. 

While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce.

We give our employees what they need to succeed, including great benefits and perks! We offer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 401(k) match, as well as perks that support you, your family, and your finances. And if it’s career development you desire, we provide that, too! At Paylocity, people matter most and have always been at the heart of our business.

When you feel like you belong, work is no longer work – it's personal. At Paylocity, we believe better employees lead to better companies. Workplaces and cultures that care will build the future, and at Paylocity, we’re doing just that. Join us as we change the future and transform your career!

There are jobs and then there are careers. Since 1997, Paylocity has been hiring talented people, giving them big challenges, and providing the right resources to help them succeed. Our award-winning culture ensures all employees feel truly welcome, appreciated, and free to be themselves. While other companies talk about it, we make it happen. Join Paylocity and launch your career!

Fully Remote (U.S. Only): This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from home or location of record within the U.S. with no in-office requirements.  You must be available five days per week during designated work hours.  The work arrangement for this role is subject to change based on business needs and individual performance. This may include adjustments to on-site requirements or schedule expectations, as necessary. 

Position Overview 

An integral part of the Benefits Team, this role will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of and compliance for our leave of absence and accommodation programs. This role will research, analyze and administer the company's leave of absence and accommodation programs. Will work closely with internal and external partners to ensure the highest standards of quality and customer service are achieved. 

Primary Responsibilities  

The below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• Leads the coordination of processes for leave, disability, and absence management programs to ensure appropriate risk management, cost control and adherence to the law. 
• Leads the ADAAA accommodation process, using industry experience to conduct interactive discussions with employees and managers to arrive at optimal solutions, and ensuring procedural follow through. 
• Ensures system and payroll records are accurate, including proper and timely execution of moving employees through the appropriate lifecycle if they are not able to return to work. 
• Monitors and tracks FMLA leave usage, ensuring compliance with leave entitlements and any applicable state or federal regulations. 
• Provides timely responses to requests and questions regarding benefits, escalating complex issues to vendors or benefits team members as appropriate. 
• Utilizes demonstrated technical skills with respect to leave data to conduct analysis, problem solve, conduct process improvements, spot trends, and resolve issues. 
• Recommends, implements, and executes programs and processes to streamline our LOA and accommodation process to minimize risk and improve the experience for employees, their managers and their teams. 
• Manages vendor relationship to ensure quality and excellent customer service to the organization and to employees. Manages any vendor changes as it relates to our internal processes or HRIS systems. 
• Provides ongoing support for HR Business Partners /Managers for leave related concerns/statues; partners with legal as required. 
• Performs other related duties, as assigned. 

Education and Experience 

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience. 
• 5 years’ experience in an HR and/or benefits capacity. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and HRIS systems experience. 
• Experience with leaves of absence and exposure to a benefits enrollment platform such as Aflac. 
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. 
• Ability to work independently in a rapidly changing environment and use excellent judgment to accomplish key priorities. 
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, daily responsibilities, and projects with accuracy. 
• Experience executing LOA and accommodation programs will practicing empathy with a customer centric approach showing a high level of professionalism working with all levels of employees. 
• Demonstrated inquisitive nature with exceptional organization and detail orientation. 
• Demonstrated initiative for advanced planning and process improvement. 
• Dedication to the highest standards of data integrity and confidentiality. 
• Understanding of relevant regulations such as ERISA and FMLA. 

Physical requirements 

• Ability to sit for extended periods: The role requires sitting at a desk or workstation for long periods, typically 7-8 hours a day. 
• Use of computer and phone systems: The employee must be able to operate a computer, use phone systems, and type. This includes using multiple software programs and inquiries simultaneously. 

Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer. Paylocity is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. At Paylocity, we believe diversity makes us better. 

We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, culture, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We actively cultivate these differences through our employee resource groups (ERGs), employee experiences, perspectives, talents, and approaches to drive innovation in the software and services we provide our customers. 

We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact accessibility@paylocity.com. This email address is exclusively designated for such requests, aligning with federal and state disability laws. Please do not send resumes to this email address, as they will be removed.

The base pay range for this position is $66,300  - $85,000 /yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position offers a full range of benefits outlined here. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via www.paylocity.com/careers.