HR Manager – Leave Management, Worker’s Compensation & Occupational Health

Responsibilities

• Leave Management
  • Manage all employee leave programs, including medical, family, disability, and statutory leaves (e.g., FMLA, parental leave, sick leave, and accommodations).
  • Ensure accurate tracking, documentation, and reporting of leave usage.
  • Serve as subject matter expert on leave policies, eligibility, and compliance requirements.
  • Advise managers and employees on leave-related issues with empathy and confidentiality.
  • Coordinate return-to-work and reasonable accommodation processes.
• Workers Compensation
  • Oversee the end-to-end workers’ compensation process, including injury reporting, claim management, and case resolution.
  • Act as primary liaison with insurance carriers, third-party administrators, legal counsel, and medical providers.
  • Monitor claim trends, costs, and outcomes; implement strategies to reduce claims and associated expenses.
  • Ensure timely and accurate reporting in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Support modified duty and return-to-work programs.
• Occupational Health
  • Develop, implement, and maintain occupational health and safety programs aligned with regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA or local equivalents).
  • Partner with operations and leadership to identify workplace hazards and implement preventative measures.
  • Coordinate health screenings, wellness initiatives, and occupational medical services as required.
  • Lead investigations into workplace incidents and recommend corrective actions.
  • Promote a culture of safety, health, and wellbeing across the organization.
• Compliance and Policy Management
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable employment, health, and safety laws and regulations.
  • Develop, review, and update HR policies related to leave, safety, and employee health.
  • Prepare documentation and support audits, inspections, or regulatory inquiries.
• Leadership and Collaboration
  • Partner with HR colleagues, managers, and executives to align programs with business needs.
  • Provide training and guidance to leaders on leave management, injury prevention, and employee wellbeing.
  • Use data and metrics to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.

• Required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Occupational Health, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with direct responsibility for leave management and workers’ compensation.
  • Strong knowledge of employment laws, leave regulations, and occupational health and safety standards.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism.
• Preferred
  • HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR, or equivalent).
  • Experience managing occupational health or safety programs in a regulated environment.
  • Experience working with HRIS, claims management systems, and data reporting tools.

• Regulatory compliance
• Risk management
• Employee advocacy and wellbeing
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making
• Collaboration and stakeholder management