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Robert Half Leave Administrator in Woodbridge, New Jersey
Description
We are looking for a skilled Leave Administrator to oversee and manage statutory and company leave programs in a multi-state environment. This Contract to permanent position requires expertise in navigating federal, state, and local leave laws while ensuring compliance and consistency across union and non-union employee groups. you will play a critical role in advising on leave policies, resolving complex cases, and collaborating with key stakeholders to maintain compliance and mitigate risks.
Responsibilities:
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local leave laws, ensuring compliance across all employee groups.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR, Payroll, Labor Relations, and management on leave-related policies and compliance matters.
• Manage and resolve escalated leave cases, providing advanced analysis and judgment in complex scenarios.
• Assess risks related to leave policies and recommend improvements to processes or procedures.
• Support audits and represent the organization during regulatory inquiries and compliance reviews.
• Oversee the configuration and functionality of leave administration systems, such as AbsenceSoft, Dayforce, and PeopleSoft.
• Collaborate with Payroll and other departments to address complex pay and entitlement issues related to leave.
• Provide guidance and training to HR Business Partners and management on leave administration standards.
• Participate in refining and updating leave administration policies to align with legal and organizational changes.
• Act as the primary escalation point for challenging leave matters requiring advanced problem-solving skills.
Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 3–5 years of progressive experience managing multi-state leave administration programs.
• Advanced knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and other federal and state leave regulations.
• Proven ability to exercise independent judgment and resolve complex leave cases.
• Experience working with leave management systems, such as AbsenceSoft, Dayforce, and PeopleSoft.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to partner with HR, Payroll, and management.
• Familiarity with leave administration in unionized environments is highly preferred.
• Ability to work on-site four days a week, adhering to workplace requirements. TalentMatch®
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