Human Resources Benefits Specialist (Leave of Absence Specialist)

Ultimate Staffing; Orange (CA); Remote; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a Remote HR Specialist to manage LOA administration, compliance, HR operations, and benefits support for coworkers and Ambassadors in a distributed environment.

The role emphasizes leave processing from intake to return-to-work, strong knowledge of FMLA/CFRA/PDL, UKG, and accurate data handling in a fast-paced remote setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 3–5+ years HR experience in a benefits capacity.
• Experience with UKG and Workforce Management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer leaves of absence (FMLA, CFRA, PDL) from intake to return-to-work.
• Serve as day-to-day HR resource for coworkers and Ambassadors.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local leave laws.

Skills

HR

Benefits

Leave of absence

Open Enrollment

Insurance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

UKG

Workforce Management

Excel

Job description

Remote Human Resources Specialist to support the day-to-day administration of Human Resources programs and processes, with a very strong focus on leave administration, compliance, HR operations, and benefits support. Searching for a strong Leave of Absence Direct Hire coworker.

Working closely with the Benefits Manager & Director of Human Resources.

This role is highly involved with the LOA's from start to finish (not using a TPA).

The HR Specialist role serves as a trusted resources for our coworkers and the temporary/contract employees we place on assignment with our customers who we call, our Ambassadors, ensuring a positive experience while maintaining compliance with company policies and employment laws. Must be very strong with LOA's.

What you'll do.

Administer employee leaves of absence, including FMLA, CFRA, PDL, and related state and local leave programs, from intake through return-to-work. Must have from intake to end of the LOA function.

Serve as a day-to-day HR resource for coworkers and Ambassadors, answering questions and resolving issues with accuracy and discretion.

Support HR compliance by staying current on federal, state, and local employment and leave laws and ensuring company practices align with them.

Assist with benefits administration and reporting, including enrollment support, reconciliation, and responding to employee questions.

Support core HR operations across the employee life cycle - onboarding, status changes, recordkeeping, and offboarding.

Maintain accurate HR data and use HR technology (including UKG) to improve efficiency, data accuracy, and the overall employee experience.

Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, remote HR environment while maintaining a high level of discretion and attention to detail.

Experience required.

Strong organization, communication, and follow-through skills.

Experience with administering leaves of absence, including FMLA, CFRA, PDL, and related programs.

Knowledge of federal, state, and local leave and employment laws.

Working knowledge of Human Resources functions, including benefits reporting, HR compliance, and employee life cycle management.

An individual with a strong aptitude for leveraging HR technology to improve efficiency, data accuracy, and employee experience.

Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

High level of discretion and attention to detail.

Bachelor's Degree

3-5+ years of HR experience in a benefits capacity

Experience with UKG and Workforce Management preferred and a big plus

Knowledge of staffing industry personnel practices a plus

Someone who is enthusiastic about creating remarkable experiences with coworkers, clients, and Ambassadors in line with our Company Purpose, Promise and Values.

The pay is $75,000.00 to $80,000.00 Annually - Exempt

Desired Skills and Experience

• Human Resources
• Benefits
• Leave of absence
• Open Enrollment
• Insurance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.