POSITION SUMMARY:

The Benefits Specialist will play a central role in administering and supporting employee benefit programs across the United States and Canada. This position will focus on the day-to-day administration of benefit plans, including health, welfare, and retirement programs, while serving as the subject matter expert for FMLA, LOA, state-specific leaves (with particular emphasis on California), and the return-to-work interactive process. The role requires precision, discretion, and a strong ability to manage sensitive employee matters in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in benefits administration, including FMLA/LOA management.
• Strong knowledge of federal FMLA, state-specific leave laws, and California FEHA requirements.
• Experience facilitating interactive processes and managing return-to-work cases.
• Proficiency in ADP or similar HRIS/payroll platforms.
• Exceptional organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to manage sensitive employee situations discreetly.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working on a computer.
• Regularly required to communicate clearly in person, by phone, and by email.
• May occasionally need to lift office materials up to 20 pounds.
• Must be able to work in office settings with varying levels of noise, including open office environments and branch locations.
• Travel up to 10% is required for training, branch support, and meetings.

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