Leave & Disability Specialist

Overview

Hybrid in Herndon, VA once a week. As a Leave and Disability Specialist, you will administer employee paid and unpaid leaves of absence, including Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, short/long-term disability (S/LTD), Paid Parental Leave (PPL) and other statutory or company-sponsored leaves, ensuring compliance with policy and all federal, state and local leave regulations.

The essential functions of this position include:

• Stay abreast of changing legislation and update policies and procedures accordingly. Maintain eConnect, ePlus’s internal intranet, along with other applicable platforms to ensure information is accurate and current.
• Act as the primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding leave and disability inquiries.
• Prepare for and facilitate annual training and policy acknowledgement in applicable systems and tools.
• Coordinate with third-party leave administrators and disability carriers to manage claims, track leave usage, and ensure timely approvals and payments.
• Review, analyze, and maintain accurate leave and disability records; ensure compliance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Provide guidance to managers and employees on leave eligibility, intermittent leave, return-to-work processes, and accommodation.
• Monitor and track leave trends, provide reporting, and make recommendations for process improvements.
• Collaborate with Payroll, Benefits, and HR team to ensure accurate leave reporting and payroll coordination.
• Maintain knowledge of current and emerging leave-related laws and regulations at the federal, state, and local levels. Determine communications plan as necessary to the ePlus population.
• Support HR initiatives related to employee engagement, wellness, and workforce planning as it relates to leaves and accommodations.

• 4+ years of experience administering leave and disability programs.
• Strong understanding of employee benefits, leave policies, and related laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, ERISA, HIPAA).
• Experience working with third-party leave administrators and disability carriers.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain complex leave laws and policies clearly.
• High level of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (UKG a plus) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiar with Payroll coordination and reporting tools.

The initial base salary range for this position is expected to be between $65,000 and $75,000 annually. The final base salary offered will be determined by multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, depth of experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

ePlus offers a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility, employee stock purchase program, and various paid time off benefits such as vacation, sick time, and personal leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an offer of employment is extended. ePlus Benefits highlights can be viewed here.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Notice to Recruiting Agencies: ePlus only accepts unsolicited resumes when presented directly by a candidate. Unsolicited resumes submitted to ePlus from any other source will be considered ePlus property and will not qualify for any placement or referral fees. ePlus will only pay such fees in connection with a valid written agreement between ePlus and the referring agency, and then only after providing advance written approval to the referring agency to submit resumes in connection with a particular opportunity.

While performing this role, you will engage in both seated and occasional standing or walking activities.…