"Excellence for Every Student, Every Day", is the vision at Forest Lake Area School District, home of the Rangers. Located in the scenic northeastern suburbs of the Twin Cities, we are committed to providing an exceptional education that empowers students to learn, grow and chart their own path to a fulfilling future. With a strong focus on academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, the district provides an exceptional educational experience throughout our schools. As an employer, Forest Lake Area Schools values passionate, dedicated educators and support staff who are eager to make a positive impact on the lives of students. If you're looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic, collaborative environment, the Forest Lake Area School District offers opportunities for growth, professional development, and a chance to be part of a thriving educational community. Come and see why we are The Place to Be.

Forest Lake Area School District is currently seeking applicants for the position of Leave Coordinator starting May 18, 2026. 

Job Description:

Forest Lake Area Schools is located on the Northeastern edge of the Twin Cities metro area with approximately 6,500 students, and an annual budget of $100 million.  We offer a competitive salary and benefits package for this full time, 12-month position.

We are seeking an individual to play a vital role in delivering accurate, compliant, and employee-focused benefits administration. The Leave Coordinator processes and coordinates all leave items for certified and classified employees in a timely and accurate manner consistent with Federal and State Law, Negotiated Labor Agreements and School Board Policy.  The Leave Coordinator works closely with and defer to the Senior Accountant for Benefits and the Supervisor of Accounting.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•         Administers and coordinates employee leave processes within the finance system, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, labor agreements, and school board policies.

•         Monitors and verifies leave data for accuracy, calculates leave and holiday pay, and ensures proper reporting to state and federal agencies.

•         Collaborates with supervisors, employees, and Human Resources to resolve complex leave-related issues and maintain accurate employee leave records and database uploads.

•         Tracks daily employee absences, vacation, and leave usage, ensuring proper submission and coordinating coverage such as long-term substitutes when needed.

•         Manages specialized leave processes including sick leave buyback, leave bank assignments, workers' compensation, long-term disability, and childcare leave.

•         Oversees related payroll functions such as garnishments and adapts leave processes to remain compliant with evolving legal requirements while supporting administrative needs.

Qualifications:

Minimum requirements:  High school diploma plus good computer skills, Knowledge of benefit accounting systems and bargaining unit/employee contract language.  Good communication skills to communicate effectively with employee and administration.

Skill, Knowledge, Abilities:

•         Computer skills in Microsoft products, specifically Excel and ability to learn new program applications quickly.

•         Perform work assignments requiring attention to detail, precision and accuracy and in accordance with set deadlines.

•         Ability to work in a fast-paced, high volume processing environment, as well as strong verbal and written communications.

Salary & Benefits:

•         $25.86-$30.15/hour, 8 hours day, 52 weeks per year

•         100% Paid Single Medical/75% Paid Family Medical Coverage

•         100 % Paid Single Dental Coverage

•         9 Holidays & 4 Floating Holidays

•         Accrue 1.25 day of Sick leave for each month worked

•         Accrue 2 weeks of vacation during 1st year

•         $50,000 Life Policy paid by Employer

•         Long Term Disability

Application Deadline: May 8, 2026 by 4:00pm

Contact: Chrissy Rehnberg-Eide  651-982-8125 and Maria Parenteau 651-982-8141

*All job offers from Forest Lake Area School District are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 831 School Board approval.

APPLY ON-LINE: flaschools.org/employment