Leave of Absence Manager

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This is a hybrid role (3 days/week) in the office and is based in Overland Park, KS.

The Leave of Absence Manager is responsible for managing the LOA Partner Team, that supports the employee and manager experience associated with leave of absence (LOA) and T‑Mobile Paid Leave programs to ensure they are operating effectively providing top‑quality support to our employees and managers. This role serves as the company’s subject matter expert (SME). In addition, the position ensures governance and compliance with all leave activity at the federal, state and local levels.

This position regularly interprets and provides direction for the LOA Partners who partner with employees and coaches/managers across the enterprise on leave and pay related matters. This requires a working knowledge of all areas of TMUS business and the ability to provide solutions to the business regarding the specific LOA processes for those areas. As the leader of this function, The Manager, LOA is responsible for the coaching and development of internal LOA Partner staff members, as well as indirect reports, providing regular and timely feedback and training.

• Leadership and management of LOA partner program and team, including coaching, training/development, regular feedback, and provide direct support during periods of high work volume or staffing shortages
• Design and implement processes and tools for LOA Partners
• Manage escalated leave cases and coordinate with internal business partners to resolve complex issues
• Ensure governance and compliance by collaborating with legal teams to interpret and apply leave legislation
• Also responsible for other duties/projects as assigned by business management as needed

• Bachelor’s Degree plus 3 years of related work experience OR advanced degree with 1 year of related work experience OR combination of education and experience deemed equivalent (Required)
• 5-6 years experience in STD/LTD/LOA/ADA/ADAAA/State Leave management (Preferred)
• Demonstrated analytical experience. (Preferred)
• 2-4 years Leadership experience (Preferred)

• Leadership (Required)
• People Management (Required)
• Analytics (Required)
• Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) (Required)
• Experience working with Workday or Kronos (Preferred)
• Microsoft Office (Required)
• Consultation and networking abilities (Required)
• Up-to-date knowledge of Federal, State and local leave regulations, including FMLA, ADAAA, USERRA and others (Required)
• Proven ability to build strong relationships founded on respect and integrity (Required)

• Certified Disability Manager (CPDM) (Preferred)
• At least 18 years of age
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Travel Required:

Yes

$84,000 - $151,500;
Corporate Bonus Target: 15%

At T-Mobile, employees in regular, non‑temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on their role. The pay range above is the general base pay range for a successful candidate in the role; the actual starting pay will vary within this range.

T‑Mobile benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401(k), employee stock grants, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays, paid parental and family leave, family building benefits, childcare subsidy, tuition assistance, college coaching, disabilities coverage options, and commuter and transit programs.

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