Shanita Murray
Kearny
Summary
Dynamic HR Leave of Absence Case Manager with expertise in FMLA and ADA compliance, honed at Atlantic Health Systems. Proven ability to streamline leave processes and enhance employee experience through effective communication and collaboration. Proficient in Workday and Dayforce, combining analytical skills with a passion for supporting teammates during critical transitions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Leave Specialist
Benjamin Moore
Montvale
10.2025 - 03.2026
- Served as the primary point of contact for leave-related inquiries, explaining eligibility entitlements, and procedural requirements.
- Managed the end-to-end lifecycle of all leave types within Dayforce system including STD, FMLA, ADA, Maternity, Parental and LTD leaves.
- Communicated real-time status updates to managers and HRBPs to ensure seamless documentation and case transparency.
- Facilitated recurring alignment meetings with HRBP teams to review active cases and return-to-work timelines.
- Monitored and added daily job protection codes in Dayforce to maintain attendance integrity and prevent inaccurate disciplinary actions.
- Coordinated comprehensive return-to-work processes, including medical clearance reviews and system reinstatements.
- Upheld strict compliance with federal, state, and corporate policies while maintaining high levels of data confidentiality.
HR Leave of Absence Case Manager
Atlantic Health Systems
Morristown
08.2022 - 10.2025
- Educated teammates and leadership on leave regulations, including FMLA, ADA, and the Pregnancy Discrimination Act.
- Facilitated complex workplace accommodation requests to support employee needs and foster organizational inclusivity.
- Validated fitness-for-duty and return-to-work documentation to clear employees for duty and manage duty restrictions.
- Streamlined communication between internal departments and outside vendors to improve processing speed and efficiency.
Leave of Absence Coordinator
Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health
Somerset
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Coordinate RWJBH (FMLA, ADA, Personal, Maternity, and Medical Leaves etc.) in accordance with hospital, union, federal and statutory protocols.
- Administer day-to-day functions of LOA, including eligibility status, NJ State Disability form completion, managing denied leaves, and facilitating return to work.
- Communicate with employees and follow up promptly to clarify leave implications on pay and benefits, ensuring informed decision-making.
- Ensure that employees are aware of their responsibilities and of any documentation required to qualify for and to take leave.
- Review and address inquiries from employees, HR managers, and directors regarding LOA policies and processes to ensure clarity and compliance.
- Assist in overpayment/underpayment corrections to payroll.
Leave Of Absence Specialist
Conduent
Secaucus
05.2009 - 07.2020
- Acted as the primary contact for administering Pwc leave of absence benefits for employees across the USA, providing compliance and support.
- Managed FMLA, maternity, military, medical, parental, and personal leave of absence in accordance with federal regulations and company policies.
- Maintain knowledge of all applicable leave and accommodation laws including the FMLA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, state and local laws
- Collaborated with company leadership and human resource teams to enhance employee experience during leave administration process.
Education
Non-graduate -
Benedict College
Columbia, SCSkills
- HRIS management
- FMLA expertise
- ADA compliance
- Leave policies
- HR technology
- Return-to-work coordination
- Employee advocacy
- Case management
- Leave administration
- Return-to-work strategies
- FMLA knowledge
- Benefits management
- Microsoft Word and Excel
- Return coordination
- Employee support
- Case oversight
- Regulatory knowledge
- Leave administration
Timeline
Leave Specialist
Benjamin Moore
10.2025 - 03.2026
HR Leave of Absence Case Manager
Atlantic Health Systems
08.2022 - 10.2025
Leave of Absence Coordinator
Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health
07.2020 - 08.2022
Leave Of Absence Specialist
Conduent
05.2009 - 07.2020
Non-graduate -
Benedict College