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Leave of Absence AnalystMedica • Minnetonka, MN, US
Leave of Absence Analyst

Leave of Absence Analyst

Medica • Minnetonka, MN, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Leave Of Absence Analyst

Medica is a nonprofit health plan with more than a million members that serves communities in Minnesota, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Missouri, and beyond. We deliver personalized health care experiences and partner closely with providers to ensure members are genuinely cared for.

We're a team that owns our work with accountability, makes data-driven decisions, embraces continuous learning, and celebrates collaboration because success is a team sport. It's our mission to be there in the moments that matter most for our members and employees. Join us in creating a community of connected care, where coordinated, quality service is the norm and every member feels valued.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Leave Of Absence Analyst to join our HR Operations team. This role will be instrumental in managing employee leaves of absence, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company policiesincluding the new Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) programand administering wage supplementation calculations. The incumbent will also support payroll processing and reporting functions related to leave events. Performs other duties as assigned.

This position also offers the opportunity to contribute to process improvement initiatives and collaborate across departments to enhance the employee experience.

Key Accountabilities

Leave Of Absence Administration (50%)

  • Administer and track employee leaves including FMLA, PFML (effective 1 / 1 / 2026), short-term disability, long-term disability, parental leave, and other statutory or company-sponsored leaves
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding leave eligibility, documentation, and status updates
  • Ensure compliance with Minnesota PFML regulations, including employee notice requirements

Payroll Support (40%)

  • Calculate wage supplementation for employees receiving partial wage replacement under PFML, ensuring accurate coordination with employer-provided benefits
  • Collaborate with payroll to ensure accurate deductions and remittances of PFML premiums starting January 1, 2026
  • Assist in payroll processing for employees on leave, ensuring compliance with wage laws and internal policies
  • Oversee the benefit premium reconciliation process
  • Compliance & Reporting (10%)

  • Maintain accurate records of leave and payroll transactions
  • Prepare reports for internal stakeholders and external agencies as required
  • Stay current on changes to PFML and other leave-related legislation and update internal processes accordingly
  • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
  • 3+ years of related work experience, including experience administering and managing leave cases with demonstrated knowledge of FMLA leaves
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with ADA, Workers' Compensation, and related employment laws
  • Understanding of payroll processes and how they intersect with leave administration
  • This position is an Office role, which requires an employee to work onsite at our Minnetonka, MN office, on average, 3 days per week.

    The full salary grade for this position is $61,500 - $105,400. While the full salary grade is provided, the typical hiring salary range for this role is expected to be between $61,500 - $92,190. Annual salary range placement will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, education, work experience, applicable certifications and / or licensure, the position's scope and responsibility, internal pay equity and external market salary data. In addition to compensation, Medica offers a generous total rewards package that includes competitive medical, dental, vision, PTO, Holidays, paid volunteer time off, 401K contributions, caregiver services and many other benefits to support our employees.

    The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Medica's compensation and benefits are subject to change at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

    Eligibility to work in the US : Medica does not offer work visa sponsorship for this role. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Employment is contingent on verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

    We are an Equal Opportunity employer, where all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment indiscriminate of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

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