Leave pecialist / FMLA Coordinator

Role: Leave Specialist / FMLA Coordinator

W2 Contract: 6 Months (Possible Extension)

Location: Hybrid in Joliet, IL 60433

• Tue, Wed, & Thursday onsite
• Monday and Friday remote

Work Schedule: 08:00 AM-04:00 PM

Overview
Our client is seeking a Leave Specialist / FMLA Coordinator to manage the administration and tracking of employee leave programs. This role ensures organizational compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while providing expert guidance to employees and managers regarding leave entitlements and policies. The successful candidate will serve as a primary liaison with external benefit providers and support the organization’s commitment to employee well-being and equitable workplace practices

Responsibilities
• Administer and track all employee leave programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, short/long-term disability, parental leave, Workers’ Compensation, and other statutory or company-sponsored leaves.
• Provide direct support and guidance to employees and managers regarding leave policies, procedures, and available benefit resources.
• Monitor leave balances and communicate regular updates to employees, managers, and HR business partners.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for disability insurance carriers, benefit vendors, and third-party administrators.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date leave records within the HRIS and leave management systems.
• Perform transactional duties related to the administration of disability benefits and leave programs.
• Partner with HR, legal, and other internal departments to support workplace accommodations and return-to-work processes.
• Assist with audits, reporting, surveys, drafting leave materials, and special projects as assigned.
• Stay current with legislation to ensure all policies remain compliant with FMLA, ADA, ERISA, HIPAA, and state/local laws.
• Support corporate well-being initiatives, programs, and events

Required Skills & Experience
• High school diploma required.
• 4-10 years of experience in human resources or administrative roles, with a minimum of three years directly related to leave administration, disability management, or employee benefits.
• Strong technical knowledge of employee benefits, leave policies, and related legal frameworks including FMLA, ADA, ERISA, and HIPAA.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience utilizing HRIS and time/attendance systems.
• Analytical skills necessary to interpret data and develop solutions for complex leave and disability cases.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective interaction with employees, managers, and external vendors.
• Proven ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic environment to meet strict deadlines.
• High level of professional integrity and the ability to handle sensitive benefits and compensation information with strict confidentiality.
• Detail-oriented approach to record management and ensuring the accuracy of leave accruals

Preferred Skills & Experience
• Experience in a large-scale corporate environment.
• Familiarity with evolving state and local leave legislation updates 

nTech is an equal opportunity employer.  All offers of employment are contingent upon pre-employment background and drug screenings. Only applicants meeting the above client requirements may be contacted by a Recruiter.