Leave Specialist

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SAL EXEMPT Full-Time Professional Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually

Position Title:

Leave Specialist

Safety Sensitive:
No

Supervisor’s

Title:

Director of Total Rewards

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Department:
People and Culture

Division:
Human Resources

Worker Category:
Salary Exempt Full-Time

Job Class:
Professional

We are Indy Go, a Municipal Corporation of Indianapolis–Marion County, and we’re proud to be the largest public transportation provider in the state of Indiana. We operate transit routes throughout the county, providing millions of passenger trips a year. Indy Go is committed to expanding mobility options to improve connectivity with the company’s mission, vision, and goals.

As the largest public transportation provider in Indiana, we believe driving people from one place to another is much more than just moving riders: it’s about helping our riders reach their hopes and dreams, education and careers, families and friends, and health and well-being. Indy Go is focused on meeting three objectives as we operate nearly 30 transit routes throughout Marion County, and provide millions of passenger trips each year.

They include protecting frontline workers, increasing ridership and prioritizing long-term stability. We are moving the city forward to become a better place of opportunity and community.

Indy Go's mission is to connect our community to economic and cultural opportunities through safe, reliable and accessible mobility experiences. Our vision is to be at the forefront of making Indianapolis a resilient, prosperous and equitable community for all.

Accountability
:
We are legally, ethically, and morally committed to utilizing all resources responsibly with integrity and transparency.

Adaptability
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We adapt to disruptions through technology, workforce and ridership innovations, so we can meet the evolving needs of our community.

Workplace Culture
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We offer an empowering workplace to meet the needs of our teammates and riders.

Compassion
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We promote, embrace and value all individuals, treating each other with dignity and respect.

Communication
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We value open and honest conversations with each other, our riders and the community.

Excellence
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We are proud of who we are and the work we do and will continue to exceed customer expectations.

Responsibility
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We will be good stewards of our resources.

Results
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We make things better today than they were yesterday.

Safety
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We ensure safe and secure environments.

• Full-time positions with guaranteed 40 hours per week
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (effective on the first of the month following 30 days of employment)
• Free on-site wellness clinic for employees and their families
• Retirement plans (401A and 457B)
• Free Indy Go transportation for employees and their families
• Eligibility for the Federal Loan Forgiveness Program

The Leave Specialist assists with the administration and coordination of Indy Go’s leave of absence and accommodation programs, serving as a key resource for employees, leaders, and HR partners regarding leave-related processes and requirements. This position supports the administration of Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, military leave, personal leave, and other company-provided or legally protected leave programs.

While operating within established policies, procedures, and legal guidelines, the Leave Specialist exercises discretion and independent judgment in managing leave cases, interpreting applicable policies and regulations, coordinating the interactive process, assessing documentation, identifying compliance considerations, and determining appropriate next steps in partnership with HR leadership.

This role requires strong judgment, professionalism, confidentiality, and the ability to balance employee support with operational and compliance needs in a dynamic 24-hour transit environment.