Benefits Coordinator

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 51,254 - 61,504; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Retirement plan

Time off

Job summary

A prominent education institution in Colorado is seeking an HR professional to coordinate leave of absence and benefits administration. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of FMLA and significant experience in Human Resources. Strong attention to detail and customer service skills are essential. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $51,254 - $61,504 per year.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Human Resources, preferably related to FMLA.
• Knowledge of Federal and State employment laws.
• Strong skills in handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate leave of absence and benefits administrative duties.
• Ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations.
• Provide exceptional customer service to all stakeholders.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Google Suite

Infor (Lawson) Global HR Software

Job description

Base pay range

$51,254.00/yr - $61,504.00/yr

This range is provided by Denver Public Schools. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Applications will be received until August 27, 2025. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.

About this job

Responsible for the coordination of leave of absence and benefit administrative duties for Human Resources. Will administer and coordinate with assigned schools/departments in the areas of leaves of absence.

What DPS Offers You

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Salary Range $51,254 - $61,504.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more information visit our New Employee Resources page.

What You’ll Do

• Determines employee eligibility for general, FMLA and Military leave requests and processes all related requests based on State, Federal, Bargaining Unit provisions and district policy; ensures accurate leave and employment status information is recorded in HR systems in a timely manner
• Reviews disability, death and time off work cases for handling and ensuring application of Federal and State regulations as required
• Responds to general questions from employees and managers regarding leave of absence policies and requirements; communicates regularly with employees and managers regarding begin leave and return to work information and pay and benefits status while on leave
• Acts as liaison with HR Partners, Benefits or Payroll to research and resolve issues related to leave status, pay or benefits while on leave; acts as liaison with PERA and The Standard for accurate reporting of paid/unpaid time while on leave for pension purposes and short or long term disability
• Provides short or long term disability enrollment forms to employees expected to be eligible for such benefit
• Collaborates with employee relations and legal for guidance on approval or rejection of leave of absences as needed; complies with Federal and State laws and regulations and adheres to bargaining unit terms and conditions
• Responds to payroll department inquiries to ensure correct payment for employees during leave status
• Coordinates with ADA specialist when accommodation is requested on extended leaves
• Maintains quality standards through case and call monitoring, transaction audits and other quality control processes providing regular feedback/coaching to HR Call Center Reps
• Provides exceptional customer service to all customers and stakeholders; reviews and verifies incoming and outgoing documentation for completeness, accuracy and compliance with established policies and procedures and supports continuous improvement initiatives
• Serves as a backup for co-workers and/or other key business processes, as needed.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma/GED - Required
• Bachelor's Degree - Preferred
• Two (2+) plus years of experience in Human Resources, preferably related to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) - Preferred
• Experience in a union environment and exposure to collective bargaining agreements helpful
• Knowledge and use of Google Suite.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines.
• The ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance.
• Work collaboratively with others on a team.
• High degree of integrity in handling confidential information.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and manage a high volume, fast paced environment.
• Strong customer service skills with proven ability to work with a diverse employee population
• Ability to communicate diplomatically and persuasively through effective verbal and written skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with other departments.
• Knowledge of Federal and State employment laws and FMLA guidelines.
• Knowledge of Infor (Lawson) Global Human Resources and Workforce Software- Preferred
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Equal Opportunity

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Primary and Secondary Education and Education Administration Programs