Description We are looking for an experienced LOA Specialist to join our team, based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. As an LOA Specialist, you will be responsible for improving leave programs, managing absences, and facilitating the return-to-work process. This role requires expertise in payroll, benefit functions, and claim administration. This position offers a long-term contract employment opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and enhance leave programs, including absence management and workers' compensation

• Act independently in compliance with federal and state regulatory leave and accommodation laws

• Manage time and attendance reporting, benefit eligibility, and LOA communications

• Handle LOA compensation including disability plans and time off accruals

• Support employees and leaders in facilitating a return-to-work strategy for light duty work assignment or reduced work schedule

• Utilize Oracle PeopleSoft Human Capital Management for administrative tasks

• Oversee COBRA administration and handle related inquiries

• Use Microsoft Excel to maintain and update records, including the use of advanced Excel formulas

• Administer short term disability insurance and long term disability plans

• Provide ADA accommodations to employees as required

• Process customer credit applications accurately and efficiently

• Maintain accurate customer credit records Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role

• Proficient in Benefit Functions

• Experience in Claim Administration

• Proficiency in using Oracle PeopleSoft Human Capital Management

• Knowledge and understanding of Leave of Absence policies and procedures

• Understanding of FMLA regulations

• Experience in managing Short Term Disability Insurance

• Familiarity with Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability procedures

• Knowledge of ADA Accommodations

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable with Excel Formulas

• Experience in using PeopleSoft.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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