| Location | Grand Rapids, MI |
| Salary | $31.93–$36.31 Per Hour |
Leave of Absence Administrator - Human Resources Specialist
Salary
$31.93 - $36.31 Hourly
Location
300 Monroe Avenue NW Grand Rapids
Job Type
Part-time
Job Number
2611 270 1657
Department
Human Resources
Opening Date
10/23/2026
Closing Date
11/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Responsibilities
At Kent County, we are committed to excellent service and are looking for a team player who is motivated by delivering great work in line with our Core Values.
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Leave of Absence Administrator - Human Resources Specialist to be a part of our multi-talented Human Resources staff. The successful candidate will be an integral member of the benefits and compensation team and will perform work of a technical nature.
Key responsibilities include:
Coordinating and communicating the organizations leave of absence policy. Examples of types of leaves include ADA, Family Medical Leave Act, Short-term disability, Paid Parental Leave, Personal Leave, Medical Leave, Military leave, etc.
Replying to inquiries regarding leave of absence accurately and timely.
Aiding employees and supervisors in completing required leave of absence paperwork.
Collaborating with human resources leadership, department, payroll and vendor to research and resolve employee leave issues.
Additional duties include using an HRIS to maintain electronic employment records, and process and audit employee transactions, entering adjustments for employee and employer premium contributions, maintenance of third-party administrator data, filing, and related routine assignments.
This is a part-time role consisting of 28 hours per week. After completing training, the position offers a hybrid schedule with work performed both in the office and remotely. We provide flexibility in scheduling; however, we prefer availability for a full day on Tuesday and a consistent weekly routine.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Public Administration, Political Science, or a related field combined with one year of experience in human resources administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Working knowledge of human resources administration practices.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, HRIS and web-based applications is required.
Working knowledge of FMLA is preferred.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and basic mathematical skills are essential.
Requires exceptional customer service skills.
Must have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and to interact positively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Additional Information
Kent County takes pride in living our values to foster a true sense of belonging among all of our staff.
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WHY WORK AT KENT COUNTY?
Invest In Your Future
You can build a secure, lasting career here with benefits that support you and your family.
Make a Difference
Be a part of something meaningful and witness the direct impact of what you do.
Be Part of a Team
Teamwork allows us to achieve together what none of us could do alone.
Lead with Integrity
Be part of a workplace that values honesty, transparency, and doing the right thing.
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Employer Kent County
Address 300 Monroe Ave. NW
Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49503
Phone 616-632-7440
1-800-386-4484
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/kentcountymi/default.cfm