Leaves Coordinator - Human Resources

Are you an HR professional with expertise in Leaves of Absence? Would you like to work for an organization making a difference in our community? This may be the job for you!

About the Role

Manage our employees' Leave of Absence requests, interpret policies, review medical certs, authorize requests, track data, and coordinate their returns. This is a hybrid role with both in-office and remote days each week.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

Join the amazing HR team at Rady Children's Health. We support those who support our children and their families. Our team is friendly, collaborative, and fun. We love what we do and are here to support each other. Everything we do ties back to our mission to support the Rady kids.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply leave policies in accordance with organizational guidelines and legal requirements
• Review medical certifications and Leave of Absence (LOA) forms to determine eligibility and duration of leave
• Calculate and assess leave durations, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Authorize all LOA requests and maintain records in the system
• Coordinate employee returns, collaborating with various teams to ensure a smooth transition back to work
• Provide outstanding customer service to our employees and their leaders
• Prepare and maintain detailed reports on leave activities

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent (Bachelor's degree preferred)
• 3 years of experience in a Human Resources role with a focus on Leaves of Absence (5+ years preferred)
• Strong knowledge of federal and state leave laws, including FMLA and CFRA
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to technically interpret and apply policies and procedures
• Proficient in using HRIS systems, preferably PeopleSoft and/or Workday
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams
• Strong analytical skills to determine eligibility and duration of leave accurately

Why Join Us?

At Rady Children's Health, we are dedicated to encouraging an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our team is committed to providing extraordinary care and encouragement, not just for our patients, but for our employees as well. As a Leaves Coordinator, you will be part of an exceptional team that values your contributions and motivates you to grow both personally and professionally. Join us and be part of an award-winning leader in children's healthcare!

The current salary range for this position is $28.09 to $38.62

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.