Human Resource Specialist

Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer and coordinate all leave of absence programs, including FMLA, state - specific leaves, personal leaves, corporate paid leave, and short - term disability
• Ensure timely processing and tracking of LOA documentation and status changes in the HR/Payroll system
• Maintain accurate and confidential leave records in compliance with Red Roof policy and applicable laws
• Manage the ADA interactive process, partnering with team members, managers and legal counsel as appropriate
• Assess accommodation requests and coordinate implementation of approved accommodations
• Ensure compliance with ADA and other related legislation
• Maintain documentation of all ADA-related activities in accordance with Red Roof policy and confidentiality standards.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition Manger to understand workforce needs and assist with effective recruitment strategies
• Post and advertise job opportunities across appropriate platforms to attract diverse and qualified candidates
• Screen applicants, schedule interviews, conduct reference checks, and assist in the selection process
• Support onboarding and orientation of new hires to ensure a smooth integration into Red Roof
• Maintain applicant tracking system (ATS) data and recruitment metrics

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent experience preferred
• 3-5 years of human resources experience with emphasis on leave administration, ADA accommodations and/or recruiting
• Strong working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and state-specific leave laws
• Experience using HRIS and ATS platforms (e.g., UKG, Paycom, ADP, or similar)
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast - paced environment
• Demonstrated discretion when handling confidential information
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)