Leave Benefits Specialist

Who We Are

Employer Industry: Healthcare

• Starting pay begins at $27.00 per hour, with opportunities for higher rates based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, pet insurance, and a generous retirement contribution.
• Work‑life balance with a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, generous PTO, and paid holidays.
• Professional development opportunities including a Tuition Invest Program (up to $3,000 per year) and access to internal courses.
• Remote eligibility with expectations to work onsite in La Crosse, WI, and travel as business needs permit.
• Inclusive workplace culture with diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

• Communicate with employees regarding their leave needs, ensuring understanding of responsibilities and documentation required for leave eligibility.
• Administer the leave process from initial notice through return to work, including gathering paperwork and determining eligibility.
• Adjudicate leave requests in accordance with applicable leave laws and maintain regular communication with employees on leave.
• Monitor and track all leave types in the organization’s systems, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.
• Partner with Employee Health and HR Business Partners to manage complex leave cases.

• Education:
  
  Associate degree required, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3‑5 years of experience in leave administration or human resources.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, short‑term and long‑term disability, state leave programs, and related regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Experience with HRIS systems (Workday, UKG) and HR Service Center tickets.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.

We prioritize candidate privacy and champion equal‑opportunity employment. Central to our mission is our partnership with companies that share this commitment. We aim to foster a fair, transparent, and secure hiring environment for all. If you encounter any employer not adhering to these principles, please bring it to our attention immediately.

We are not the EOR (Employer of Record) for this position. Our role in this specific opportunity is to connect outstanding candidates with a top‑tier employer.