Leave of Absence Specialist

Position Title: Leave of Absence Specialist
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Duration: 6 months
Employment Type: Contract role on W-2 through Above and Beyond Talent Acquisition, Inc. (A&B Talent)
Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 3x per week in office 
Pay Rate: $25.00 to $30.00

Client Info / Who they are:
Above and Beyond Talent Acquisition represents the country’s largest lending-exclusive financial company, serving millions with safe, affordable installment loans through 1,500 branches in 44 states. For over 100 years, their dedicated team has helped customers improve their financial lives with responsible, transparent solutions for debt, medical bills, home improvements, and auto purchases.

Who we are looking for / Requirements:

We're seeking an experienced Leave of Absence & ADA Specialist to manage the full lifecycle of employee leaves and accommodations while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

3+ years of experience administering U.S. leave of absence, disability, and ADA accommodation programs.
Strong knowledge of federal and state leave and disability laws, including ADA, FMLA, PWFA, CFRA, HIPAA, and other multi-state compliance requirements.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, manage conflict, and handle sensitive situations with professionalism.
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex cases and recommend appropriate solutions.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
Self-starter with the ability to take initiative, make decisions under pressure, and adapt to changing priorities.
Performance Objectives / What you'll be doing:

Administer end-to-end Leave of Absence programs, partnering with employees, HR, managers, and third-party administrators.
Manage ADA accommodations and the interactive process, including compliance with the Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act (PWFA).
Process high-volume leave transactions accurately across payroll, HRIS, and timekeeping systems.
Partner with Workers' Compensation vendors and HRIS teams to support claims and system integrations.
Analyze leave data, generate reports, and identify trends to support business decisions.
Serve as the subject matter expert on leave programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state leave laws and regulations.
Process state disability claims and resolve leave-related payroll inquiries.
Perks of working with US / What we offer:
Health, dental, and vision benefits offerings
401K plan
The salary, other compensation, and benefits information are accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
 
“Above and Beyond Talent is an equal opportunity employer and staffing firm.”