Benefit Administrator - Leave Management

Aston Carter; Fargo (ND); Remote; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

Retirement plan

401(k)

Pre-tax contributions

Life insurance

Disability coverage

HSA

Transit benefits

PTO

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking an experienced Benefit Administrator to manage employee benefits and leave-of-absence programs. This role handles leave cases from eligibility review to return to work and serves as a resource on benefits, policies, and leave requirements.

You will work in a remote role with a focus on multi-state leaves, health and welfare plans, HSA/FSA, COBRA, PTO, and disability programs, coordinating with carriers and administrators.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR, benefits, and/or leave administration experience.
• Hands-on experience independently managing FMLA and leave cases from start to finish.
• Knowledge of multi-state leave laws and regulations.
• Experience with health and welfare benefit programs.
• Knowledge of HSA/FSA, COBRA, disability, retirement, and voluntary benefits.
• Experience reviewing medical certifications and determining leave eligibility.
• Strong HRIS and Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume workload with attention to detail.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and employee service skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage FMLA and other leave-of-absence cases from initial review through return to work.
• Review medical certifications and documentation to determine leave eligibility.
• Apply federal and multi-state leave laws and company policies.
• Track leave usage, extensions, and return-to-work dates within HRIS systems.
• Communicate with employees and managers regarding leave status, requirements, and next steps.
• Coordinate complex cases with disability carriers and third-party administrators.
• Support employee benefit programs including health and welfare, retirement, HSA/FSA, COBRA, disability, PTO, workers' compensation, and voluntary benefits.
• Resolve benefit and leave questions while maintaining confidentiality and compliance.
• Maintain accurate employee records and benefit documentation.
• Manage a high-volume caseload while providing strong employee support.

Skills

FMLA knowledge

Leave administration

HRIS systems

MS Excel

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HRIS software

MS Excel

Job description

Benefit Administrator

LOCATION REQUIREMENT: Candidates must currently reside in North Dakota, Utah, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, or Arkansas to be considered.

We are seeking an experienced Benefit Administrator to manage employee benefits and leave-of-absence programs. This role will independently handle leave cases from eligibility review through return to work while serving as a resource to employees and managers on benefits, policies, and leave requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage FMLA and other leave-of-absence cases from initial review through return to work.
• Review medical certifications and documentation to determine leave eligibility.
• Apply federal and multi-state leave laws and company policies.
• Track leave usage, extensions, and return-to-work dates within HRIS systems.
• Communicate with employees and managers regarding leave status, requirements, and next steps.
• Coordinate complex cases with disability carriers and third-party administrators.
• Support employee benefit programs including health and welfare, retirement, HSA/FSA, COBRA, disability, PTO, workers' compensation, and voluntary benefits.
• Resolve benefit and leave questions while maintaining confidentiality and compliance.
• Maintain accurate employee records and benefit documentation.
• Manage a high-volume caseload while providing strong employee support.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR, benefits, and/or leave administration experience.
• Hands-on experience independently managing FMLA and leave cases from start to finish.
• Strong knowledge of multi-state leave laws and regulations.
• Experience with health and welfare benefit programs.
• Knowledge of HSA/FSA, COBRA, disability, retirement, and voluntary benefits.
• Experience reviewing medical certifications and determining leave eligibility.
• Strong HRIS and Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume workload with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and employee service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• HR or benefits-related certification.
• Experience with workers' compensation, COBRA, pension/retirement, or disability administration.
• Experience working with disability carriers and third-party benefits administrators.

Work Environment

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, managing complex benefit and leave cases, and helping employees navigate benefit programs. The position requires strong attention to detail, organization, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.

Again, applicants must reside in North Dakota, Utah, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, or Arkansas.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fargo, ND.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fargo, ND.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.