Leave and Workers' Compensation Coordinator I
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Leave and Workers' Compensation Coordinator I
Salary
$64,836.00 - $97,254.00 Annually
Location
50 E. Civic Center Drive, AZ
Job Type
Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
26-0171
Department
PEOPLE TEAM
Division
PT HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Opening Date
03/24/2026
Closing Date
4/6/2026 11:59 PM Arizona
Description
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We Are Seeking
The Town of Gilbert is looking for a driven, detail-oriented person to join our People Team as a Leave and Workers' Compensation Coordinator! In this role, you'll be a helpful resource for nearly 2,000 employees - including our Police and Fire teams - as they navigate routine leave and workers' comp processes. You will be responsible for making make sure things run smoothly, that employees feel supported, and that everything stays in line with the rules and regulations that guide these programs. You'll work closely with a team of subject matter experts to help guide and mentor you along the way.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys helping people, staying organized, and learning the ins and outs of leave and workers' compensation programs. If you're someone who cares about making a real difference in employees' day-to-day work lives, we'd love to hear from you!
What You'll Do:
Leave Administration
Will assist in administering requests from employees, including FMLA, Paid Family Leave, Military Leave, short- and long-term disability, and other leave @types
Process routine leave requests, communicate eligibility and status updates to employees and supervisors, and track utilization
Serve as a primary point of contact for leave-related inquiries, escalating any complex issues to senior staff
Provide clear guidance to employees on leave policies, procedures, and eligibility requirements
Workers' Compensation
Coordinate non-complex workers' compensation claims from initial report through return-to-work
Serve as a liaison between injured employees, supervisors, the Town's TPA, and medical providers
Track claim status, manage documentation, and monitor modified duty assignments
Support compliance with Arizona workers' compensation statutes, including requirements to be self-funded
PSPRS Local Board Secretary
Prepare and process disability retirement and DROP applications for public safety employees
Facilitate monthly board meetings, including creating and posting agendas and minutes
Coordinate with the Board, legal counsel, and PSPRS state office
Communicate legislative changes to the Board and Team Gilbert
Collaboration & Systems
Partner with People Team members across benefits, HR, and talent to ensure a comprehensive approach to employee programs
Leverage HRIS and technology tools to streamline and automate leave and WC processes
About You
You're building your expertise in leave and workers' compensation and are eager to grow in a structured, supportive environment. You handle day-to-day leave and WC processing with care and accuracy, and you know when to escalate - bringing complex or sensitive cases to senior staff with the right @context so they can be resolved well. What drives you is making sure every employee feels supported and informed at every step.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field
1+ years of experience in HR, benefits, leave administration, or a related field
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge and abilities
You Bring:
Working knowledge of FMLA, Military Leave, and Arizona workers' compensation law
Experience with HRIS and electronic records management systems
Ability to interpret medical, insurance, and legal terminology to evaluate leave and WC requests
Strong organizational skills and comfort managing multiple priorities under deadlines
A high degree of professionalism and discretion
Comfort working with employees at all levels of the organization
Position Details
FLSA Status: Exempt (not eligible for overtime)
Hiring Compensation Range: $64,836 - $72,941, depending on qualifications and experience
Employment Type: At-Will
Work Location: Hybrid - minimum 50% in-office at 50 E. Civic Center Drive, Gilbert, AZ
Residency Requirement: Must reside in the state of Arizona by hire date
Alternative work arrangements are approved at the discretion of the department director and Town Manager and may be modified at any time
Anticipated Recruiting TimelineDate
Posting ClosesApril 6, 2026
Virtual Interview Invites SentApril 9, 2026
Virtual Interview Submission DeadlineApril 13, 2026
In-Person Interview Invites SentApril 16, 2026
In-Person InterviewsApril 21, 2026
Anticipated Start DateMay 11, 2026
Dates are subject to change and are provided to support candidate planning.
Why Team Gilbert?
We Are Here to Help!
Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any @type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=42978&t=637793142009536761) to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our full employee benefits guide (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/human-resources/benefits) .
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In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your work history, to include things such as dates of employment, names of employers and specific details of the work you did. In answer to questions asking you to describe your work experience, if you do not have that @type of experience, enter "N/A". Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will disqualify you from further consideration, so be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate box below.
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What is the highest level of education you've completed?
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How many years of of experience do you have in coordinating or overseeing leave programs?
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How many years of experience do you have in coordinating or overseeing Workers' Compensation programs?
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Describe your experience processing and managing leaves of absence and/or workers' compensation claims. If you have not worked directly with leave or workers' compensation programs, what relatable experience do you have that could be transferable to this role?
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Describe your experience working with multiple tasks or cases at once with strict deadlines. What methods do you use to stay organized so that things do not slip through the cracks?
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The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):
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Veteran's Spouse/Surviving Spouse
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Employer
Town of Gilbert
Address
50 E. Civic Center Drive Gilbert, Arizona, 85296
Phone
(480) 503-6823
Website
https://gilbertaz.gov/jobs
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