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Asset LivingLeave and Accommodation Specialist
Asset Living, an established third-party real estate management firm founded in 1986, is seeking a Leave and Accommodation Specialist for a remote position. The company oversees…
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Asset Living, an established third-party real estate management firm founded in 1986, is seeking a Leave and Accommodation Specialist for a remote position. The company oversees a nationwide portfolio encompassing student housing, multifamily properties, single-family rentals, affordable housing, build-to-rent communities, and active adult divisions. Recognized as one of the nation's best workplaces, Asset Living relies on a collaborative culture and diverse teams to drive results for clients and communities. In…
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Asset Living, an established third-party real estate management firm founded in 1986, is seeking a Leave and Accommodation Specialist for a remote position. The company oversees a nationwide portfolio encompassing student housing, multifamily properties, single-family rentals, affordable housing, build-to-rent communities, and active adult divisions. Recognized as one of the nation's best workplaces, Asset Living relies on a collaborative culture and diverse teams to drive results for clients and communities.
In this full-time remote role, the Leave and Accommodation Specialist functions as a primary point of contact for handling workplace accommodations and leaves of absence. The position requires guiding managers and staff through relevant procedures, partnering with external administrators, supporting return-to-work initiatives, and safeguarding sensitive medical details. The professional will manage a diverse caseload involving federal, state, local, and company leave programs, ensuring consistent and compliant administration from intake through closure.
Responsibilities
- Manage leave requests throughout the entire lifecycle from initial intake to file closure, encompassing eligibility checks, designations, extensions, and intermittent leave across applicable programs.
- Lead and document the ADA interactive process, assess reasonable accommodation options, evaluate hardship factors, and escalate complex issues appropriately.
- Analyze intricate scenarios involving medical restrictions, intermittent leave, overlapping protections, and alternative placement choices.
- Serve as an empathetic advisor explaining leave guidelines, obligations, timelines, and company policies to workers and leadership.
- Liaise professionally with external leave and accommodation vendors to oversee claims, review outcomes, and resolve discrepancies.
- Coordinate return-to-work plans, including medical clearances, modified duties, work restrictions, and stakeholder communication.
- Partner with HR leadership, employee relations, payroll, benefits, and legal teams when leave situations intersect with disciplinary or organizational decisions.
- Ensure accurate processing and timely updates regarding leave status, return dates, pay changes, and benefit impacts.
- Maintain complete, secure, and confidential case records, documentation, and decisions within designated systems.
- Perform routine reviews of active leave, intermittent schedules, and return-to-work metrics to maintain legal compliance and data accuracy.
- Collaborate with operational leaders to gauge staffing demands, temporary coverage needs, and broader workforce impacts.
- Contribute to the creation and rollout of leave procedures, educational resources, and process enhancements.
Requirements
- Working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, USERRA, plus state and local leave laws and paid programs
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications alongside HRIS, ticketing, or case-management platforms
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities to articulate sensitive details clearly
- High organizational capacity to manage a high-volume caseload and prioritize competing deadlines
- Sound judgment and critical-thinking skills to evaluate paperwork and assess compliance risks
- Strict discretion in handling confidential medical records and employee data
- Ability to remain empathetic and professional during challenging interactions in a fast-paced setting
Qualifications
- Associate degree in business administration, human resources, or a related discipline
- Two or more years of human resources background with direct exposure to leave administration, benefits, disability accommodations, or employee relations
Core Skills
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this role is remote.
What is the salary range for this job?
The compensation range for this remote position is estimated between $50,000 and $60,000 USD per year.
What education or experience is preferred for applicants?
An associate degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field is preferred, along with two or more years of HR experience involving leave administration, disability accommodations, benefits, or employee relations.
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