LOA Specialist

Allied Universal® is hiring a Leave of Absence Specialist. The Leave of Absence (LOA) Specialist will operate in a team setting and provide total leave of absence claim management throughout North America.

**RESPONSIBILITIES:**

+ Leave Management:

+ Provide leave of absence (LOA) claim management oversight, with the support of our third-party administrator

+ Track and analyze leave of absence (LOA) data using our internal HRIS system and Excel

+ Respond to requests from state agencies and insurance companies regarding company plans, state paid disability and leave programs

+ Provide excellent customer service by providing timely responses via phone, email and mail including offering guidance to all potential Leave of Absence inquiries

+ Support the day-to-day outsourced Leave of Absence administration while developing and maintaining relationships with other departments including but not limited to Human Resources, workers’ compensation, and corporate counsel

+ Properly engage with managers and Human Resources in the interactive process and document reasonable accommodations

+ Training and Compliance:

+ Attend on-going continuing education on Leave of Absence topics and ensure 100% federal and state compliance in all areas in which we operate

**QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):**

+ High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)

+ Minimum of one (1) year of human resources experience in a fast-paced environment

+ Demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines

+ Highly proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, and able to effectively utilize all available office management technology

+ Ability to maintain correspondence, discussions, and materials in strictest confidence

+ Outstanding oral and written communication skills, professional, articulate, and able to use good independent judgment and discretion

+ Ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization, including with clients, while functioning as a team player

+ Proactive problem solving skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy

+ Basic knowledge of commonly used human resources concepts, labor laws, and practices

+ Willingness and ability to work overtime as needed

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):**

+ Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field of study

+ In-depth knowledge of Family Medical Leave Act, Military Leaves, and other applicable federal and state laws, as well as company leave policies

+ Knowledge of integration of leaves and benefits

**BENEFITS:**

+ Hourly Rate: $24-$25 /hr

+ Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance

+ Enrollment in our company’s 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements

+ Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days

+ Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

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**Job ID:** 2026-1602620

**Location:** United States-California-Irvine

**Job Category:** Human Resources