HR Analyst: Leave & Workers’ Comp Specialist (Remote)

Intercity Transit; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and wage growth

Longevity pay increases (5/10/15/20+)

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

PERS retirement contributions

Vacation and sick leave; floating and—

Deferred compensation options

Employee Assistance Program

Teleworking and flexible schedule

Educational benefits

Alternate transportation incentives

Job summary

Intercity Transit is seeking an HR Analyst to manage complex FMLA, PFMLA, and workers' compensation cases, while handling reasonable accommodations and stay-at-work duties. You will partner with employees, supervisors, and HR to navigate leave needs and ensure compliant, sensitive handling of claims.

The role emphasizes collaboration, policy development, and maintaining confidential records, with teleworking options and a strong focus on employee support and program administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business administration or a related field; three years of professional HR experience or equivalent.
• Criminal background check required and must meet hiring criteria.
• Knowledge of public sector HR principles, labor agreements, and labor relations; budgeting and reporting.
• Strong skills in reading, analyzing, and interpreting business materials; proficiency in software and databases; ability to conduct investigations and manage projects.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Agency's protected leave programs in partnership with employees and supervisors.
• Coordinate light duty and early return to work programs.
• Administer Stay at Work program and ensure reimbursements.
• Collaborate with employees, supervisors and HR on leave issues.
• Communicate with employees, managers, L&I claims managers, and medical providers regarding claims status and return to work.
• Review and process workers' compensation claims; maintain accurate records.
• Contribute to policy development and day-to-day HR operations.
• Provide management with updates and guidance on HR matters.
• Assist with benefits enrollments and changes.
• Maintain personnel records and support audits.
• Develop systems to streamline processes.
• Assist with training programs.

Skills

HR knowledge

FMLA PFMLA LOA

Clear communication

Stay at Work program

Leave management

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business administration or related field

Tools

HR systems/software

Job description

Intercity Transit is seeking an HR Analyst to manage complex FMLA, PFMLA, and workers' compensation cases, while handling reasonable accommodations and stay-at-work duties. You will partner with employees, supervisors, and HR to navigate leave needs and ensure compliant, sensitive handling of claims.

The role emphasizes collaboration, policy development, and maintaining confidential records, with teleworking options and a strong focus on employee support and program administration.