Benefits & Leave HR Specialist: Compliance & Support

Phoenix-House-of-New-York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix-House-of-New-York is seeking an HR Specialist, Benefits and Leave to oversee benefits programs and leaves across our workforce. You will administer enrollment, changes, and terminations, ensure ACA and NYS compliance, and coordinate with managers on leave requests and documentation.

The role requires at least 3 years in HR with benefits/leave experience, familiarity with HRIS and Office tools, and strong confidentiality. Occasional travel to local sites may be involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years HR experience including benefits or leave administration.
• FMLA, NY Paid Family Leave, and ACA knowledge preferred.
• Proficiency with HRIS and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Benefits administration for health, dental, vision, retirement, and other programs, including enrollment, changes, and terminations.
• Manage FMLA, NY Paid Family Leave, short- and long-term disability, workers’ compensation, military and other leaves.
• Maintain leave records and coordinate with HRBP and managers; ensure confidentiality.
• Maintain compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, FMLA, NYS/ NYC requirements.
• Prepare reports and audit documentation; support open enrollment and renewals.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Discretion/confidentiality

Customer service oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS (Paycom or comparable)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Phoenix-House-of-New-York is seeking an HR Specialist, Benefits and Leave to oversee benefits programs and leaves across our workforce. You will administer enrollment, changes, and terminations, ensure ACA and NYS compliance, and coordinate with managers on leave requests and documentation.

The role requires at least 3 years in HR with benefits/leave experience, familiarity with HRIS and Office tools, and strong confidentiality. Occasional travel to local sites may be involved.