Leave Specialist Jobs
Leave Specialist jobs are open across healthcare, financial services, government agencies, and large enterprise employers, from entry-level coordinator roles to senior and lead positions, with specializations in FMLA administration, ADA accommodations, and short-term disability case management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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- Maintain and present employee benefit orientations
- Admin of benefits and PTO program (Employee Navigator)
- Work cross-functionally with departments to ensure their employees complete their benefit enrollments in a timely manner
- Function as a SME for all benefits and leave issues
- Process reports and answer questions for insurance providers
- Maintain and process payroll deduction reports to field and office payroll
- Maintain and process the annual deduction report
- Manage the annual health screening process for all benefit eligible employees
- Create and present quarterly training for all employees on a benefit topic
- Process the 5500 Notice to employees
- Manage and ensure compliance to ACA reporting process
- Assist with Verification of Employment
- Administer and ensure compliance for all leaves; FMLA/CFRA/ADA/STD/LTD
- Administer the degree assistance program
- Other duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or other HR related field preferred
- Minimum 2 years of benefits experience and leave administration
- Knowledge of employment laws for various states
- Strong customer service skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrable experience in recruiting
- Effective negotiating skills
- Ability to travel when necessary (less than 25%)
- Knowledge in MS Office, and various HRIS
- Planning/organizational skills
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Benefits:Employees also have access to a variety of company-provided resources at no cost that support work, life, and family responsibilities, including mental health, wellness, finance, and legal services. Education benefits for employees include Tuition Reimbursement and College Coach to assist with educational decisions.
Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave. Other incentives are available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Equal Opportunity Employer: As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Affirmative Action Policy:
- Maintain and present employee benefit orientations
- Admin of benefits and PTO program (Employee Navigator)
- Work cross-functionally with departments to ensure their employees complete their benefit enrollments in a timely manner
- Function as a SME for all benefits and leave issues
- Process reports and answer questions for insurance providers
- Maintain and process payroll deduction reports to field and office payroll
- Maintain and process the annual deduction report
- Manage the annual health screening process for all benefit eligible employees
- Create and present quarterly training for all employees on a benefit topic
- Process the 5500 Notice to employees
- Manage and ensure compliance to ACA reporting process
- Assist with Verification of Employment
- Administer and ensure compliance for all leaves; FMLA/CFRA/ADA/STD/LTD
- Administer the degree assistance program
- Other duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or other HR related field preferred
- Minimum 2 years of benefits experience and leave administration
- Knowledge of employment laws for various states
- Strong customer service skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrable experience in recruiting
- Effective negotiating skills
- Ability to travel when necessary (less than 25%)
- Knowledge in MS Office, and various HRIS
- Planning/organizational skills
#shambaugh #LI-TS #LI-onsite
Benefits:Employees also have access to a variety of company-provided resources at no cost that support work, life, and family responsibilities, including mental health, wellness, finance, and legal services. Education benefits for employees include Tuition Reimbursement and College Coach to assist with educational decisions.
Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave. Other incentives are available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Equal Opportunity Employer: As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Affirmative Action Policy:
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Top Industries Hiring
- Non-Profit & Social Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in leave specialist jobs.
- Knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and state-specific leave laws
- Experience administering short-term and long-term disability claims
- Proficiency with absence management or HR information systems
- Strong written communication for leave documentation and employee correspondence
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- CLMS or equivalent leave management certification preferred
Tips for Your Leave Specialist Job Search
Quantify your caseload management experience
Hiring managers want to see how many leave cases you managed concurrently and your accuracy rate on FMLA designations. Pull those numbers from your most recent role and put them in your resume bullet points, not just your cover letter.
Certify your leave administration credentials early
The CLMS designation from the Disability Management Employer Coalition signals formal leave law competency to screeners. If you're mid-search and not yet certified, list any completed DMEC coursework so recruiters know you're in progress.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists leave specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your leave systems
Many employers filter resumes by the absence management platform they use, such as a specific ATS or leave tracking tool. Mirror the exact software names from each job posting in your resume's skills section so automated screeners don't pass you over.
Prepare scenario answers about compliance edge cases
Interviewers for leave roles almost always test judgment on overlapping leaves, like FMLA running concurrent with workers' comp. Write out two or three real situations where you navigated a gray-area case and have them ready before your first phone screen.
Negotiate scope, not just compensation
Leave specialist offers often differ in caseload size, the number of states covered, and whether you handle both federal and state leave laws. Before accepting, clarify the expected case volume and multi-state complexity so the role matches your workload tolerance.
Leave Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most leave specialists?
The most active employers for leave specialists right now are JND, EMCOR, and Signicast, and the most openings are in Illinois, California, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems and large self-insured employers tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.
How many leave specialist jobs are remote?
About 71% of leave specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader HR function flexibility across large employers. Roles focused on federal leave administration and disability case management tend to be the most remote-friendly, while those requiring on-site employee interaction at a single location skew in-person.
How do you become a leave specialist?
Start by building a foundation in HR operations or benefits administration, where you'll gain exposure to FMLA and ADA processes. Pursue coursework or a certification in leave management, such as the CLMS designation from the Disability Management Employer Coalition. From there, target coordinator or generalist roles with a leave component, then move into dedicated leave specialist positions as your caseload experience grows.
Can you get hired as a leave specialist with little experience?
Yes, employers do hire candidates with limited direct leave experience when they can demonstrate related skills. HR coordinator experience where you touched FMLA paperwork, benefits enrollment, or employee communications translates well. Highlighting any coursework in employment law, familiarity with absence management software, and a methodical approach to documentation can offset a thin leave-specific resume for entry-level postings.
What does the leave specialist interview process look like?
Most leave specialist interviews run two to three rounds. The first is typically a phone screen with HR focused on your leave law knowledge and systems experience. A second round with the hiring manager or a team lead usually includes scenario-based questions about complex or overlapping leave situations. Some employers add a short written exercise asking you to draft a leave designation letter or explain a compliance decision.
Where can I find and apply to leave specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to leave specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location preference, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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