Director Leave Management Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $92,745.59 - $166,942.07 Annually
Location : Leesburg, VA
Job Type: FT Salary W BN
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 26-00519
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 04/27/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Grade: 133
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Introduction
Are you a seasoned Human Resources professional with a strong background in risk management and leave administration? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative work environment with a focus on teamwork, innovation, and high-impact projects? Do you have a passion for public service? If so, then consider a career with Loudoun County Government as the Risk and Leave Manager as the next step in your career.
Who We Are
In the Loudoun County Department of Human Resources, we serve the people who serve the community. We hire innovative thinkers and doers whose commitment to teamwork is evident. We are difference makers who support people, services, and initiatives in the evolving Loudoun community. We demonstrate effective hiring by adhering to legal, ethical, and inclusive best practices, positioning ourselves as an employer of choice. We seek Difference Makers who bring relevant and unique experiences and model values and skills that support the Loudoun Difference with a strategic Human Resources approach.
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Job Summary
The Department of Human Resources (DHR) is seeking a Human Resources Division Manager to manage the County's Risk and Leave Management program. The successful candidate must have a strong attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly; drive projects or issues to a resolution; interpret and explain policies to members of senior leadership; review, audit, and analyze data for legal compliance; strong knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local employment laws governing the work of the HR Division; and critical thinking skills. This position serves as a subject matter expert for the County's risk management and leave administration functions and has the authority to make the daily decisions of program operations, activities, and services. Additionally, this position will manage and continuously improve the assigned program areas of workers' compensation, risk management, disability plans, and leave management. The HR Division Manager reports to the Assistant Human Resources Director and supervises staff.
Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the contract administrator for multiple vendor contracts, including workers' compensation claims administration, Occupational Health administration, FMLA leave administration, liability insurance, and disability administration and insurance.
• Recommend, draft, and implement policies and procedures related to program areas.
• Supervise staff, staff performance, and plans the work of team assigned to workers' compensation, risk and leave management programs.
• Prepare Board items with supporting data and documents.
• Review, audit, and analyze data for legal compliance.
• Exhibit effective written and verbal communication skills to employees, HR representatives, County leadership, and vendors.
• Utilize knowledge of HR policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, and best practices to advise management on policies, procedures, strategies, programs, and initiatives related to risk management and leave management issues.
• Consult and provide assistance to County departments and County leaders on HR services and practices.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with County stakeholders.
• Performance of other related duties as required and assigned.

If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for risk management, leave management, and a desire to contribute to the success of Loudoun County, you are encouraged to apply.
Location: Leesburg, Virginia
Telework: Successful candidates may be eligible to telework up to two days per week.
Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in human resources or a related field; Four (4) years of directly related, progressively responsible work experience including three (3) years in a supervisory or management role preferably in a government setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Public sector experience; knowledge of Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and payroll processes; and Microsoft Office experience. Associate in Risk Management (ARM) or Certified Workers' Compensation Professional (CWCP) certifications preferred.
A successful candidate should have general knowledge of workers' compensation, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and other applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
Job Contingencies and Special Requirements
This position has the FLSA designation of exempt and may be required to work beyond the normal workweek from time to time, including night and weekend work to include meetings. Some travel may be required.
Successful candidate will undergo criminal background, driving, and credit checks.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call Human Resources directly at
703-777-0213 or
Loudoun County Government offers a variety of benefits to both regular full time and part time employees. To view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer you when you join our team, please click
Employees hired into Regular Part-Time Intermittent positions are eligible for limited County employee benefit programs, based on the position's regularly scheduled hours. Benefits eligibility for temporary employees are dependent on duration of assignment and number of scheduled hours.
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How many years of direct workers compensation experience do you have?
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Do you have any supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

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If yes to question #2, please provide number of years and number of direct reports. If no, enter none.
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Please provide a brief summary of your experience in worker's compensation administration.
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Please provide a brief summary of your experience in leave management, including your experience with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
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Do you have any HR experience in the public sector?

• Yes
• No

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Describe a time when you had to research, analyze, and recommend a solution in the area of risk management (i.e., general liability) or workers compensation.
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How many years of direct risk management experience do you have?
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Please provide a brief summary of your experience in risk management administration.
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