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About WorldStrides

WorldStrides is a leading organization in educational travel and experiential learning, founded in 1967. It serves over half a million students annually with programs spanning more than 100 countries. Its offerings include educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. These experiences encourage students to expand their horizons beyond the classroom.

Role Overview

We are looking for a meticulous and compassionate Leave of Absence Administrator to join our Human Resources team. This role involves comprehensive management of various employee leave programs and serving as a vital liaison for employees and managers throughout the leave process, ensuring compliance with legal standards and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the full lifecycle of employee leave cases including medical, parental, personal, and military leaves.
Apply federal, state, and local leave laws, such as FMLA, ADA, and Paid Family Leave, to maintain organizational compliance.
Facilitate the ADA interactive process by facilitating discussions to implement reasonable workplace accommodations.
Collaborate with payroll and benefits departments to ensure accurate integration of pay and benefits tracking.
Communicate leave options, eligibility, and rights to employees with empathy and clarity.
Maintain strict confidentiality of medical records in compliance with HIPAA and other privacy regulations.
Coordinate return-to-work plans including transitional duties and clearances.
Identify opportunities to innovate with AI and automation to enhance leave processing speed and employee experience.
Monitor and audit Paid Time Off balances to ensure policy compliance and system accuracy.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
2 to 4 years of specialized experience in leave administration or related HR functions.
In-depth knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and state-specific leave legislation.
Proficiency with HRIS systems such as ADP and familiarity with AI tools to modernize leave processes.
Strong interpersonal skills including empathy, effective listening, problem-solving, and keen attention to detail.

Benefits and Perks

Supportive and motivated workplace environment.
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options as well as flexible spending accounts and a 401k plan with employer match.
Generous paid time off including corporate holidays, volunteer days, mental health days, bereavement leaves, and PTO accruals.
Tuition reimbursement and professional certification funding.
Opportunities for paid and discounted travel experiences.
Flexible scheduling with options for onsite, remote, and virtual work.
Engagement in Employee Resource Groups and Diversity & Inclusion initiatives.
Access to fitness centers and cafes at select locations.
Employee Assistance Programs to support well-being.
Paid leave for parental, caregiver, and disability purposes.
Access to team member discount programs.

Workplace Commitment

WorldStrides champions diversity, inclusion, and sustainability through its global educational mission. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace. Employment is contingent on legal authorization to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for temporary or other visa categories.

Leave Coordinator