Benefits Specialist I (Leave Coordinator)
Core
Administer and coordinate employee leave programs (vacation, sick, FML, medical, personal) ensuring compliance with university policies and federal/state regulations.
Role type
HR benefits specialist (leave administration)
Builds
Leave eligibility determinations, documentation processing, and return-to-work workflows for faculty and staff
Domain
Higher Education / Human Resources
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Leave program administration, FMLA compliance, benefits administration, data tracking and reconciliation, report generation, process improvement
Preferred skills
HRIS systems (Workday, PeopleSoft), Professional HR certification (CEBS, CBP, SHRM-CP)
Technologies
Microsoft Office 365, Workday, PeopleSoft
Responsibilities
Administer leave programs in compliance with laws; Track leave balances, periods, documentation, and deadlines; Determine employee eligibility and obtain certifications; Respond to employee and supervisor questions regarding leave status; Communicate leave designation and status to employees and managers; Prepare reports on leave trends and utilization; Recommend improvements to leave administration processes
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC
