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About the Role

Assist with end-to-end Leave Administration (FMLA/ADA/PFL/STD/LTD/WC), including eligibility determination, medical certification review, and tracking leave. Act as a point of contact for employees and supervisors. Review and process requests for Reasonable Accommodations. Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for benefit and leave functions. Assist with the review and implementation of equitable compensation systems, including job description updates. Onsite presence is essential, with potential travel throughout NYS.

Responsibilities

Administer and process various leave types, including FMLA, NYSPFL, NYS PPL, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD).
Facilitate the interactive process for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonable accommodation requests, partnering with employees and department managers.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies regarding FMLA, ADA, STD/LTD, and Paid Family Leave.
Handle benefit, leave, and accommodation related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors.
Perform intake for Worker's Compensation claims and processes, working with the carrier.
Prepare OSHA/reports of work-related accidents and post required statistics.
Assist with benefit related open enrollment and inquiries, acting as a liaison between providers and employees.
Provide written responses for State-to-State employee transfer related documents.
Circulate policy-maker memos and confirm status with the Ethics Officer.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommend best practices.
Review policies and practices to maintain compliance with internal labor law postings.
Assist with conducting new employee orientations and onboarding activities.
Conduct non-retirement related Offboarding Exit Interviews and circulate exit packages, checklists, and memos.
Handle benefit reconciliations and act as backup with benefit enrollments and change requests.
Maintain the intranet to keep HR benefit documents updated.
Assist with the review and implementation of equitable and transparent compensation systems, including job description updates and revisions.
Handle a small recruiting portfolio, post jobs, conduct panel interviews, and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants.
Collaborate with hiring managers to create and update job descriptions.
Perform other HR generalist duties as assigned.

Requirements

Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.
Associate degree or 5 years of direct relevant experience.
3+ years of experience in human resources generalist and leave administration roles.
Up-to-date knowledge of FMLA and NYS PFL.
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
Knowledge of Windows environment and Microsoft Office programs.
Superior multi-tasking, prioritizing, follow-up, and organization abilities.
Must present and maintain a high level of customer service.

Skills

FMLA
ADA
PFL
STD
LTD
WC
Reasonable Accommodations
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Compensation Systems
Job Description Updates
NYS Guidelines
Worker's Compensation
OSHA
Benefit Administration
Leave Administration
Recruiting
Microsoft Office
Customer Service

Location

Work Type

In-office presence required
Hybrid work schedules may be possible

Experience Level

3+ years of experience

Education Level

Associate degree

Equal Opportunity

Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Please contact Human Resources if you require accommodation.