HR Leave & Benefits Administrator

Goodwill's Mission:  Transforming the lives of the individuals with disabilities and other barriers through pathways to independence and the power of work.

Job Title                       HR Leave & Benefits Administrator

Department                  Human Resources

Reports To                   Manager, Benefits and Leave Administration

Positions Supervised   None

Pay Grade                    G-6

Employment Class       Professional Hourly

EEO Class                    5-Administrative Support Workers

Authorized Driver         No

The HR Leave and Benefits Administrator will oversee and administer leave requests and accommodations requiring specialized attention, particularly those arising under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), Personnel Leave of Absence (PLA), Military leave, state and local leave laws and plans.

• Ensures that employees understand leaves and other benefits options and how to access them.  Advises managers and employees on options for which they are eligible.   
• Handles the leave administration process from the employee’s initial notice of the need for leave to their return to work.  This includes but is not limited to gathering and completing all required paperwork, determining leave type eligibility, ensuring medical certification is provided as needed and administering intermittent and reduced schedule leave use.
• Maintains communication with employees on leave to facilitate smooth and timely return to work, coordinates communication between employees and their managers during leave as necessary.
• Facilitates accommodation requests in compliance with ADAAA, administering a thorough interactive process.
• Maintains complete and accurate records of leave and accommodation requests in accordance with specified legal requirements, utilizes digital platforms to document cases and provide statistics.
• Maintains knowledge of and ensures compliance with all applicable leave and accommodation laws including the FMLA, ADAAA, HIPAA and state and local laws.
• Assists with Benefits and Wellness communications and initiatives.
• Administers PPACA compliance and reporting requirements.

• Assists with Benefits Administration as assigned.
• Provides continuous improvement suggestions to policy and process.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• At least two to five years of applicable leave experience are required.
• At least two years of human resource administration experience is desirable.
• Education and certifications in benefits/leave administration or related field desired.

• Intermediate knowledge of the leave requirements and other legal protections afforded by the FMLA, ADAAA, and other applicable laws.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and leave administration software.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills including effective communication, active listening, empathy and genuine collaboration with all levels.
• Ability to exercise critical judgment when reviewing, analyzing, and managing complex cases.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• General office conditions.  Exposed to moderate noise levels.

• Required to reach and hold on to items at chest level or reach above the shoulder.
• Required to use close vision and be able to focus.
• Regularly required to talk and hear; frequently required to sit, stand and bend at the knee and waist, and walk.
• Must have finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination to work on computer, telephone, and related office equipment.

Approved:  ____________________________                      Review Date:  ____/_____/_____      

At Goodwill, we'll help you reach your potential while you help others reach theirs. Want to enjoy coming to work? So do we!   
 
Our full-time benefits include:

• Promotion and Growth Opportunities 

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance the 1st of the month after 30 days
• Voluntary life, short-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Employee Discount at all Goodwill Columbus Stores

Goodwill Columbus is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

For more information, we invite you to visit our website at www.goodwillcolumbus.org