Human Resources

Overview

Zenimax Media is seeking an experienced Leave Administration Manager to join our Global Benefits and Compliance team on a temporary contract basis. This role will serve as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert for all leave-related programs, including FMLA, short- and long-term disability, and state-mandated paid leave programs. The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled and detail-oriented professional with the ability to provide a consultative approach to ensure the compliant administration of all leave programs. *This temporary contract role will be onsite three days a week in the Rockville, MD office*

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Leave Administration

• Administer all aspects of FMLA including eligibility, certifications, tracking, designations, and communication.
• Manage state-specific leave programs and coordinate with federal and company policies.
• Ensure proper sequencing and concurrency of leave types.

ADA & Workplace Accommodations

• Oversee & coordinate ADA accommodation requests and medical documentation.
• Engage in the interactive process with HR, managers, and employees.

Disability Programs

• Coordinate short-term and long-term disability programs with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate alignment with payroll regarding disability, parental leave, and state programs.

Systems & Recordkeeping

• Track leave usage and intermittent absences.
• Maintain confidential leave documentation in compliance with policy.

Employee & Manager Support

• Serve as primary point of contact for leave-related questions.
• Advise managers on leaves, return-to-work steps, and accommodations

Qualifications

• Minimum of at least 5 years of progressive experience in leave of absence administration, with expert knowledge of ADA and FMLA, with a focus on state leave and disability programs in a multi-state environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex cases with sensitivity, discretion, and legal compliance.
• High level of proficiency in Workday and other HRIS systems and leave management platforms.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., PHR, SPHR, CPDM) preferred.
• Experience working in a global environment with locations in NA and EMEA
• HR certification(PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP) preferred

Salary Range

This is a temporary contract role and the compensation detail listed in this posting reflect the annual base salary only.

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do – from recruiting for our studios, publishing and operations to fostering safe and respectful workplaces that encourage collaboration. Our culture is based on principles of respect, inclusion, and fair treatment and we welcome anyone into our family without regard to race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or age.

Our diversity fuels our innovation and inspires us to create game worlds that bring us closer to the global community of players we serve.