Gwinnett County Government · 1 week ago
Leave Administration Manager
Gwinnett County, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expGwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer committed to investing in its employees. They are seeking a Leave Administration Manager to design, implement, and manage a comprehensive Leave Administration program, ensuring compliance with various leave laws and leading a team responsible for case management and process improvement.
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Responsibilities
Establishes the County’s centralized Leave Administration section, including procedures, workflows, and performance metrics
Recommends staffing levels, develops position descriptions, and participates in hiring, training, and performance management of division staff
Prepares presentations and updates for leadership to communicate project outcomes, timelines, and resource needs
Monitors project progress, identifies risks, and adjusts strategies to achieve division goals, including setting milestones, timelines, and deliverables
Oversee the end-to-end administration of all leave programs
Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as County Merit Rules and HR policies
Provides oversight on case determinations, eligibility reviews and designation notices
Coordinates with Payroll, Benefits, and HR Operations to ensure accurate pay, benefits continuation, and proper employee status updates
Serve as a trusted advisor to HR and departments’ leadership on complex leave cases
Provides coaching, guidance, and training to supervisors and HR partners regarding appropriate leave practices and considerations
Partners with Employee Relations, Training, and Business Services to ensure cohesive outcomes
Analyzes data to identify opportunities for improvement and risk mitigation
Creates and delivers training programs for employees and managers to increase understanding of leave programs and responsibilities
Provides ongoing communication regarding program changes, deadlines, and compliance updates
Represents the County in audits, investigations, or reviews related to leave administration
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field
Six (6) years of professional HR experience, including two (2) years directly managing FMLA, ADA, STD/LTD, or leave programs
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, such as those listed above
Preferred
Project management skills, including the ability to plan, organize, and execute multi-phase initiatives involving multiple stakeholders
Comprehensive knowledge of FMLA, HIPAA, ADA, USERRA, Workers' Compensation, and related employment laws
Strong leadership and organizational development skills, including the ability to build a team and create structure from inception
Strategic and analytical thinking, with the ability to design scalable processes and identify long-term program improvements
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across divisions and influence outcomes
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS platforms (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
Ability to manage multiple, complex priorities with professionalism and discretion
Ability to work independently with sound judgment, while fostering teamwork and accountability
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
Prior experience establishing or managing a centralized leave administration function
Two (2) years of program management, or project management experience
Three (3) years of people management experience
HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHPR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP)
Benefits
Health coverage
A robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!)
Onsite employee wellness center
Longevity pay
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Gwinnett County Government
Gwinnett County Government is a government agency offering public safety, infrastructure, and economic development services to citizens.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dorothy Parks
Chief Information Officer
Matthew Puckett
Chief Information Security Officer
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