HR Operations Specialist (HR Operations)

TL;DR

HR Operations Specialist (HR Operations): Providing focused support in leave management including FMLA and disability-related leaves with an accent on case tracking and compliance. Focus on managing end-to-end leave processes and coordinating return-to-work transitions.

Location: Remote (Must be based in the United States)

Salary: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour

Company

An engineering firm dedicated to creating a consistent and meaningful employee experience through thoughtful systems and people-first problem solving.

What you will do

• Manage end-to-end leave processes for medical, parental, and company-supported leaves, including intake and case tracking.
• Administer job-protected programs such as FMLA and disability-related leaves to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for team members and managers throughout the leave and return-to-work process.
• Partner with Payroll, Benefits, and HR Business Partners to ensure accurate outcomes and seamless coordination.
• Maintain detailed case documentation to support continuity and audit readiness.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support broader HR operations activities like data validation.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience managing high-touch, case-based HR processes.
• Strong background in HR Operations or HR Administration.
• Experience with leave management is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• Must be based in the United States.

Culture & Benefits

• Potential to transition from a temporary role into a full-time, long-term HR Operations position.
• Exposure to a centralized HR Operations model within a growing organization.
• Opportunity to handle high-impact work with a focus on empathy and discretion.
• Fully remote work arrangement.