Leave Coordinator

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Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You‘ll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You‘ll feel it in the support you get on day one – from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it’s exactly what going further is all about.

Position Summary

Manages and supports employee leave of absence programs, including sick leave, short- and long-term disability, FMLA, and ADA. Ensures compliance with relevant laws and company policies while advising employees on leave-related matters and coordinating return-to-work accommodations.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Administers employee leave of absence programs, including sick leave, short- and long-term disability, FMLA, ADA, and other qualified leaves.
• Maintains an up-to-date understanding of federal, state, and local leave laws and regulations to ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
• Advises employees on company policies, guidelines, and documentation requirements related to leaves of absence.
• Monitors and tracks employee absence status, required documentation, and return-to-work dates.
• Coordinates with managers to facilitate modified work schedules or accommodations for employees returning to work after a leave.
• Works closely with HR, payroll, and management teams to ensure timely processing of leave requests and associated benefits.
• Assists in the design of leave-related plans, policy updates, and vendor management.
• Serves as a point of contact for employees with questions or concerns about their leave status or processes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language in order to perform the various tasks of the job, including but not limited to: converse with co-workers and members of the general public, including customers; understand oral and written instructions as well as governmental regulations; respond to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; and accurately complete various documents, reports and records required of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in leave of absence administration or a similar HR role.
• Strong knowledge of FMLA, disability leave, and other leave-related laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple leave cases simultaneously with strong attention to detail.

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer or desk.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and operating office equipment.
• Occasional lifting/carrying of office materials/boxes up to 25 lbs.
• Adequate vision and hearing (with or without correction) to read, prepare, and communicate information.
• Occasional movement, bending, and reaching as needed to perform office tasks or attend meetings.
• Some travel may be required, including overnight travel.

Benefits

At Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed. 

Make Your Move

At Saia, our people are the reason we’ve been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we’ve created a positive culture that’s driven by our core values – like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we’re always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you’re ready to put your career on a solid path, let’s go further.

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.