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At Columbia, we create a great place to work by offering a unique brand of relationship banking and fostering a culture where associates thrive. We are dedicated to supporting our customers and communities, and we can only achieve this through the dedication of our associates.
We value Trust, Ownership, Growth, Empathy, Teamwork, Heart, Enjoyment, and Relationships, and we are eager to meet candidates who embody these core values. We are always on the lookout for results-focused individuals who can think independently, work collaboratively, and support our broader purpose.
Think of us as financial partners, because at Columbia, we believe the best way forward is together. Together for people. Together for business. Together for better.

TO STAFFING AND RECRUITING AGENCIES:

Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Columbia Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Columbia Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team

The leave of absence specialist will provide an accurate leave of absence program explanation, answer claim enrollment questions, and have excellent communication skills to provide customer service to employees with leave of absence questions. The incumbent will work with employees, carriers, and vendors. This position will handle sensitive leave of absence information and issues that may require thorough research to resolve.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for leave of absence inquiries by actively managing the leaves mailbox.
• Serve as the team knowledge liaison and provide guidance to employees and managers regarding leave eligibility, rights, obligations, and requests, that include FMLA, ADA accommodations, personal leave, parental leave, military leave, and other applicable programs.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate records of all leave cases in HRIS and leave management systems, ensuring confidentiality and compliance.
• Collaborate with third-party leave administrators, disability carriers, and payroll to coordinate leave cases and ensure accurate benefits continuation and pay
• Communicate with employees throughout the leave process, including sending notices, follow-ups, and requested documentation.
• Assist with the interactive process for ADA-related accommodations in collaboration with legal, safety and department leadership and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Respond to inquiries from employees, managers, and HR partners regarding leave policies, procedures, and case status.
• Stay informed of changes to federal, state, and local leave laws; recommend and support policy and process updates accordingly.
• Generate reports, track leave usage and support audits or legal reviews as needed.
• Ensure all required notices and documentation are issued and tracked in accordance with applicable laws and internal procedures.
• Provide timely and accurate communication to employees regarding leave eligibility, required documentation, and next steps.
• Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.
• Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Bank’s written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.
• May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.
• Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words.
• Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate

The leave of absence specialist will provide an accurate leave of absence program explanation, answer claim enrollment questions, and have excellent communication skills to provide customer service to employees with leave of absence questions. The incumbent will work with employees, carriers, and vendors. This position will handle sensitive leave of absence information and issues that may require thorough research to resolve.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for leave of absence inquiries by actively managing the leaves mailbox.
• Serve as the team knowledge liaison and provide guidance to employees and managers regarding leave eligibility, rights, obligations, and requests, that include FMLA, ADA accommodations, personal leave, parental leave, military leave, and other applicable programs.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate records of all leave cases in HRIS and leave management systems, ensuring confidentiality and compliance.
• Collaborate with third-party leave administrators, disability carriers, and payroll to coordinate leave cases and ensure accurate benefits continuation and pay
• Communicate with employees throughout the leave process, including sending notices, follow-ups, and requested documentation.
• Assist with the interactive process for ADA-related accommodations in collaboration with legal, safety and department leadership and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Respond to inquiries from employees, managers, and HR partners regarding leave policies, procedures, and case status.
• Stay informed of changes to federal, state, and local leave laws; recommend and support policy and process updates accordingly.
• Generate reports, track leave usage and support audits or legal reviews as needed.
• Ensure all required notices and documentation are issued and tracked in accordance with applicable laws and internal procedures.
• Provide timely and accurate communication to employees regarding leave eligibility, required documentation, and next steps.
• Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.
• Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Bank’s written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.
• May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.
• Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words.
• Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.