Vice President - Absence Operations

Job Summary:

• The Vice President of Absence Management Operations provides operational leadership and oversight for the organization’s absence management function.
• This role is responsible for executing enterprise-wide strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing operational performance, and aligning programs with organizational goals.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Execute the enterprise strategy for absence management operations, including FMLA, ADA, workers’ compensation, and related leave programs.
• Provide oversight for multi-level leadership teams, ensuring operational excellence, accountability, and talent development.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local leave-related laws and regulations; proactively assess and mitigate organizational risk.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; master’s degree preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in absence management, HR operations, or related function.
• Expert knowledge of FMLA, ADA, workers’ compensation, and related regulatory frameworks.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Full benefits package, including Paid Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, robust EAP, and wellness program.
• The salary range for this position is $145,000 - $165,000 USD plus bonus.