Job Title
HR Leave Specialist
Agency
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Department
Human Resources
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a
Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution
(MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54
foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time
Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly
talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and
graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the
Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of
resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to
collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member
institutions and associated agencies.
TAMU-CC's beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on
Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best
College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern,
attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support
facilities.
PURPOSE
The HR Leave Specialist administers and coordinates employee leaves
of absence across the university, including Family and Medical
Leave Act (FMLA), parental leave, paid time off (PTO), disability
leaves, state-mandated leaves, and other university-sponsored leave
programs. This position ensures compliance with federal, state, and
university policies while providing timely, professional support to
faculty, staff, and departmental administrators. The Leave
Specialist also supports the processing of employee separations and
prior state service actions in accordance with applicable
university and state regulations.
DESCRIPTION
Functional Area 1: Leave Administration
Percent Effort: 70%
- Assist with the intake, tracking, and coordination of employee
leave requests, including FMLA, short- and long-term disability,
military leave, and other applicable leave programs; coordinate
with appropriate stakeholders regarding ADA accommodation-related
leave matters.
Review leave eligibility and supporting documentation;
communicate leave rights, responsibilities, requirements, and
timelines to employees.
Serve as a primary point of contact for faculty and staff
regarding leave benefits, policies, and processes.
Enter, maintain, and audit leave-related records in Workday and
other tracking systems, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and
appropriate documentation.
Generate leave-related reports and assist with compliance
audits, recordkeeping, and data collection efforts.
Collaborate with Human Resources Business Partners, Payroll,
Benefits, and department managers to support employee leave
transitions and facilitate smooth return-to-work processes.
Maintain current knowledge of federal, state, and university
leave laws, regulations, and policies to ensure consistent and
compliant administration.
Manage multiple leave cases simultaneously while meeting
deadlines and maintaining a high level of accuracy and customer
service.
Manage Workers' Compensation claims in compliance with Texas
A&M University System (TAMUS) Office of Risk Management
requirements. Coordinate employee injury reporting through the
Origami incident reporting system, monitor claims from initial
report through resolution, and serve as the primary liaison among
injured employees, supervisors, TAMUS Risk Management, medical
providers, and other stakeholders.
Coordinate workers' compensation for leave-related activities
and support return-to-work processes in accordance with applicable
laws, regulations, and university policies.
Functional Area 2: Separations
Percent Effort: 15%
- Process employee separations in accordance with university and
state policies, ensuring accurate and timely offboarding.
- Coordinate with Human Resources Business Partners, Payroll,
Benefits, and department administrators to manage final pay, leave
accrual payouts, benefits-related actions, and required
documentation.
- Maintain and audit separation records to ensure data integrity,
accuracy, and policy compliance.
- Support departments and employees in navigating separation
procedures and respond to related inquiries.
- Update and maintain employee records in Workday related to
separation and termination processing.
Functional Area 3: Prior State Service
Percent Effort: 10%
- Review and process prior state service verification requests
and supporting documentation.
- Coordinate with state agencies and other public institutions to
verify prior employment and determine applicable service
credit.
- Maintain accurate records of verified prior state service to
ensure proper application of leave accrual rates, longevity-related
benefits, and other service-based entitlements.
- Provide guidance to employees and departments regarding
eligibility requirements, verification processes, and the impact of
prior state service on benefits.
- Ensure compliance with university and state regulations
governing recognition of prior state service.
Functional Area 4: Additional Duties
Percent Effort: 5%
- Support Human Resources Operations initiatives, projects, and
process improvement efforts.
- Assist with HR audits, records management, compliance reviews,
and reporting activities.
- Provide backup support for other HR functions during peak
periods, employee absences, or special projects.
- Participate in system testing, implementation activities, and
process documentation related to Workday and other HR
systems.
- Attend training and professional development activities to
maintain and enhance job knowledge.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree.
- One (1) year of experience in human resources, benefits
administration, leave administration, customer service,
administrative support, or a related field.
- Basic knowledge of federal and state leave laws and programs,
including FMLA, ADA, disability leave, workers' compensation, and
other applicable regulations.
- Strong verbal communication, customer service, and
interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage
multiple priorities, deadlines, and case-related
documentation.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with
professionalism and discretion.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with individuals at all levels of the
organization.
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office applications and
business systems.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration,
Public Administration, or a related field.
- Experience administering employee leave programs, benefits
processes, or disability-related leave coordination.
- Experience with Workday or another Human Capital Management
(HCM) system.
- Experience working in higher education, public sector, or
customer-focused environments.
- Working knowledge of workers' compensation and leave
coordination practices.
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or working toward certification.
- Experience administering workers' compensation claims, leave
programs, disability-related leave coordination, or return-to-work
programs.
- Working knowledge of Texas workers' compensation processes and
leave coordination practices.
SALARY: up to $44,000/annually, approximately
This position may be considered for a hybrid schedule upon
successful completion of initial training and onboarding phase.
Approximately, 6-month period.
NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential
proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued
by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.
BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)
From our generous
benefits package and
professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs
and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is
an engaging and rewarding place to work.
Insurance
- Medical
- $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university
contribution ($920 value).
- Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
- Employee and Spouse
- Employee and Children
- Employee and Family coverage
- Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability,
Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
On-campus wellness
opportunities
Work Life
Solutions:
- Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and
Legal Resources
Tuition
Benefits:
- Public Loan Forgiveness
- Book scholarships
- 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year
(other rules may apply).
Retirement
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement
Plan (ORP)
- Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Time Off:
- 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
- 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
- 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
- 12-15 paid holidays each year.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a
criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon
the institution's verification of credentials and/or other
information required by the institution's procedures, including the
completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMUCC_External/job/Corpus-Christi-TX/HR-Leave-Specialist_R-096631-2
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