Leave of Absence Coordinator

Pay: $52,000 a year Are you organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about helping others? We're looking for a Leave of Absence (LOA) Coordinator to join our HR team! Location: Columbus, Ohio (hybrid role) In-office: 3 days in office/2 days remote- collaborate, connect, and make an impact Key Responsibilities: * Review, process, and administer leave of absence requests, including FMLA, personal, medical, military, and other protected leaves. * Determine employee eligibility and designate, approve, deny, or extend leave requests in accordance with applicable laws and company policies. * Prepare, distribute, and track required LOA, FMLA, ADA, and related documentation. * Maintain accurate employee leave records and update information in UKG and other HR systems. * Manage FMLA, LOA, and ADA tracking systems to ensure compliance and accurate reporting. * Administer Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) claims and reporting processes. * Facilitate the ADA interactive process and coordinate reasonable accommodation requests. * Create and maintain state-specific paid family leave matrices and leave resources. * Communicate leave status, requirements, and return-to-work information to employees, managers, and business partners. * Partner with branches, workers' compensation teams, and leadership to ensure consistent application and enforcement of leave policies. * Develop and deliver training related to FMLA, LOA, ADA, and disability programs. * Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave and accommodation regulations. * Generate reports, analyze leave trends, and recommend process improvements. Qualifications: * High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. * Previous experience working in an office, administrative, customer service, or professional business environment preferred. * Experience using Microsoft Office applications and data entry systems. * Experience with HRIS systems, such as UKG, is a plus but not required. * Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities * Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with employees, managers, and business partners. * Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and confidential information. * Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping and documentation. * Ability to learn and apply company policies, procedures, and employment regulations. * Customer-service mindset with a commitment to supporting employees through leave and accommodation processes. * Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams. * Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. * Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse workforce; bilingual skills are a plus. Physical Demand: This position primarily involves computer-based work and extended periods of sitting or standing. The role requires routine handling of documents and occa