Leave Of Absence Associate

Owens Corning is committed to the health and well-being of our employees. We provide programs and resources which are designed to engage employees in all aspects of their health.  The LOA Process Lead provides support and assistance in managing and coordinating leave of absences.

Join an organization that believes that every employee owns a piece of our bold growth goals and ultimate success. We are a market-leading innovator that has placed on the Fortune 500®. Owens Corning is devoted to delivering sustainable solutions across our three business segments while striving to ensure our people and products make the world a better place. We take pride in having an inclusive and diverse workplace with employees around the globe.  A holistic sense of community exists across our entire organization as our talent grows globally. We are a company that fully recognizes the importance of paving a path to a sustainable and safe enterprise through investing in our people. Our desire to make an impactful difference in the world flows from top down to all levels of the organization. By being a company that instills pride within each and every employee, we aspire to build market-leading businesses; global in scope - human in scale.

Reports to:  LOA Process Lead

Span of Control:  Individual Contributor

LOA Process Administration

• Assist in the coordination and management of the leave of absence programs, including tracking and documenting employee leaves, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and maintaining accurate records.
• Serve as a point of contact for employees and medical case managers regarding leave of absence policies, procedures, and documentation requirements. Respond to inquiries, provide guidance, and facilitate communication between employees, managers, and the LOA Case Managers.
• Maintain confidential employee records related to leaves of absence, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with privacy regulations. Prepare and process necessary documentation, such as leave applications, medical certifications, and return-to-work forms.
• Assist in the administration of various types of leave, including medical leave, parental leave, short- and long-term disability leave, FMLA and other applicable leaves as per company policies and legal requirements. This may involve reviewing leave requests, determining eligibility, coordinating with HR and payroll, and monitoring leave durations.
• Stay updated on relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to leaves of absence, such as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Work closely with the HR department, benefits team, payroll team, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination and integration of leave programs with other HR processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, or streamlining of leave administration tasks to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Licensing, Credentialing and Development

• Obtains and maintains necessary continuing education credit hours and training as required by state and certifying agencies
• Participates in health conferences/meetings as needed for personal development and advancement

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma.
• 4-6 years of administrative experience.
• Ability to travel 10%. 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 2+ years experience in Human Resources.
• Bi-lingual capability.
• Experience communicating both internally and externally and effectively managing relationships.
• Proven track record of success in collaborating with others and providing administrative support.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain a high level of professional standards.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and/or tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems with the ability to train others.