Benefits & Leave Specialist — Employee-Owned Team

Wallick Communities; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

401K

Job summary

Wallick Communities seeks a Benefits and Leave Specialist to manage benefits, leave, and workers’ compensation programs for a 100% employee‑owned organization. You will coordinate with vendors, maintain HRIS records, and support open enrollment and benefits communications.

The role emphasizes compliance with ERISA, FMLA, COBRA and related laws, along with strong customer service and confidentiality. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in employee benefits, leave administration, workers’ comp, or HR specialty.
• Bachelor’s in HR or equivalent experience; CEBS preferred.
• Knowledge of ERISA, FMLA, COBRA, Section 125, ACA requirements.
• Strong customer service and confidentiality.
• Experience with TPA and MCO relationships.

Responsibilities

• Administer benefit programs and leave administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage benefits enrollment and COBRA notices with vendors.
• Coordinate Workers’ Compensation claims and return‑to‑work processes.
• Oversee 401(k) plan administration and compliance with ERISA and IRS rules.
• Provide benefits education and open enrollment support.

Skills

Benefit programs

Leave administration

COBRA

HRIS

Data reporting

Education

Bachelor's in HR

CEBS preferred

Tools

HRIS system

Excel

TPA coordination

Job description

Wallick Communities seeks a Benefits and Leave Specialist to manage benefits, leave, and workers’ compensation programs for a 100% employee‑owned organization. You will coordinate with vendors, maintain HRIS records, and support open enrollment and benefits communications.

The role emphasizes compliance with ERISA, FMLA, COBRA and related laws, along with strong customer service and confidentiality. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth.