Leave of Absence & Benefits Coordinator

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, track, and distribute statistical reports to internal stakeholders on a variety of LOA data points
• Communicate with other departments including HR, Occupational Health, managers, timekeepers, and leadership on employee LOA status while preserving confidentiality
• Identify and report on employees moving to COBRA status and provide communication
• Respond to state requests for information to support TDI/TCI claims
• Administer benefits communications and payment schedules to employees on unpaid leaves of absence
• Process and track incoming benefit payments, working cooperatively with other internal departments
• Respond to employee inquiries and advise employees on eligibility, coverage and other benefit matters
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Job Responsibilities (continued)

• Coordinate data across multiple systems and operating units
• Interpret and apply federal and state leave laws, company policy and collective bargaining agreements to ensure documentation and timeframes are compliant

Requirements

• Associate’s degree, or minimum 3 years equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including standard formulas and pivot tables
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Exceptional customer service as well as the ability to manage confidential and time-sensitive information with care
• Profound understanding of leave of absence process and applicable federal and state leave laws and regulations
• Experience in leave of absence management and/or employee benefit administration
• Experience with HRIS platforms, leave management systems, and/or benefit administration platforms

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field is preferred