HR Leaves & Accommodations Manager | Kent Daniels & Associates

Job title: HR Leaves & Accommodations Manager

Company: Kent Daniels & Associates

Job description: Position: HR Leaves & Accommodations ManagerLocation: Remote (Must go into LA office as needed)Pay: $119,700 to $155,600 annuallyExperience: 7+ years’ experience in leave of absence (LOA) administration in law firm or professional services environment to provide subject-matter expertise related to global LOAs, accommodations, workers compensation, ergonomics, and compliance programs.Education: Bachelors degree is Human Resources or other Business-related field or equivalent experience is required, industry certification (i.e. CEBS) is a plus.Type: Full-time; Direct HireSchedule: Monday Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pmKent Daniels & Associates is seeking an HR Leaves & Accommodations Manager to join our dynamic law firm client!Job Description:

Responsivities include monitoring and ensuring compliance with federal, state and local laws, including FMLA, ADA, COBRA, HIPAA-HITECH, DOL and IRS regulations in collaboration with Department Management, Directors of Business Operations and Talent Management department.
Lead implementation of new programs, portal content updates, vendor RFPs and contract negotiations related to LOAs.
Engage with the Chief Employment counsel regarding complex leave and accommodation issues.
Manage Firm workers compensation program including handling claims, settlement negotiations, and coordination with outside counsel to attend depositions/hearings.
Prepare reports reflecting individuals currently on leave and applicable budget relief for timekeepers.
Ensure that all records related to LOA, workers comp, ergonomics and accommodations are complete.
Review and provide recommendations for all ADA accommodations.
Develop, implement and monitor appropriate controls and metrics to identify and recommend improvements to current processes to ensure that overall performance is aligned with business objectives.
Interface with consultants, vendors, and carriers.
Oversee payroll and benefit premium collection for individuals on leave and initiate the interactive process.
Assist with benefit administration and respond to general inquiries and regularly review policy documents for updates.

Position Requirements:

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Workday (or similar HRIS).
Proficient in payroll systems and related regulations (i.e., COBRA, HIPAA-HITECH, Section 125, qualifying family events, PPACA, ERISA, 401(k), 415).
Knowledge of general payroll concepts, benefit programs, LOA administration, and of employment/LOA/ADA accommodation-related laws and practices.
Act with a high degree of integrity and discretion handling confidential employee information while exercising good judgment at all times with respect to data privacy, security and all Firm policies and procedures.

Kent Daniels & Associates is part of Array Corporation, the leading technology-enabled workforce solutions company whose mission is to fix how labor is bought, sold and delivered to enable universal access to the American Dream.We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.Position: HR Leaves & Accommodations ManagerLocation: Remote (Must go into LA office as needed)Pay: $119,700 to $155,600 annuallyExperience: 7+ years’ experience in leave of absence (LOA) administration in law firm or professional services environment to provide subject-matter expertise related to global LOAs, accommodations, workers compensation, ergonomics, and compliance programs.Education: Bachelors degree is Human Resources or other Business-related field or equivalent experience is required, industry certification (i.e. CEBS) is a plus.Type: Full-time; Direct HireSchedule: Monday Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pmKent Daniels & Associates is seeking an HR Leaves & Accommodations Manager to join our dynamic law firm client!Job Description:

Responsivities include monitoring and ensuring compliance with federal, state and local laws, including FMLA, ADA, COBRA, HIPAA-HITECH, DOL and IRS regulations in collaboration with Department Management, Directors of Business Operations and Talent Management department.
Lead implementation of new programs, portal content updates, vendor RFPs and contract negotiations related to LOAs.
Engage with the Chief Employment counsel regarding complex leave and accommodation issues.
Manage Firm workers compensation program including handling claims, settlement negotiations, and coordination with outside counsel to attend depositions/hearings.
Prepare reports reflecting individuals currently on leave and applicable budget relief for timekeepers.
Ensure that all records related to LOA, workers comp, ergonomics and accommodations are complete.
Review and provide recommendations for all ADA accommodations.
Develop, implement and monitor appropriate controls and metrics to identify and recommend improvements to current processes to ensure that overall performance is aligned with business objectives.
Interface with consultants, vendors, and carriers.
Oversee payroll and benefit premium collection for individuals on leave and initiate the interactive process.
Assist with benefit administration and respond to general inquiries and regularly review policy documents for updates.

Position Requirements:

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Workday (or similar HRIS).
Proficient in payroll systems and related regulations (i.e., COBRA, HIPAA-HITECH, Section 125, qualifying family events, PPACA, ERISA, 401(k), 415).
Knowledge of general payroll concepts, benefit programs, LOA administration, and of employment/LOA/ADA accommodation-related laws and practices.
Act with a high degree of integrity and discretion handling confidential employee information while exercising good judgment at all times with respect to data privacy, security and all Firm policies and procedures.