Leave & Accommodation Strategist (6-Month Contract)

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks a leave and benefits professional to deliver leave of absence, disability, and accommodation services for our employees in a fixed-term six-month contract. You will partner with HR, legal, and payroll to manage complex cases, ensure compliance, and protect confidential medical information.

The role requires a strong foundation in FMLA/ADA, ERISA, and benefits platforms, with the ability to handle sensitive situations and collaborative problem-solving across a large organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of benefits experience, with 3+ years in leave and disability administration
• Demonstrated expertise in FMLA, ADA/ADAAA, STD/LTD, and state leave programs
• Working knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, ACA, USERRA, Section 125, and related regulations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and HRIS/benefits platforms

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between Blue Origin, employees, managers, and HRBPs throughout the full leave lifecycle - from initiation through return to work
• Manage complex leave and accommodation cases (FMLA, ADA, state/local) in partnership with our third-party administrator, Matrix/Reliance
• Track leave dates, PTO usage, and pay accuracy in coordination with payroll
• Consult with legal and compliance partners on complex cases and policy development
• Lead group and 1:1 consultations on leave, disability, and accommodation options
• Identify process gaps and drive improvements
• Serve as escalation point for senior leadership on time-sensitive matters
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee medical documentation
• Stay current on applicable federal and state leave/accommodation laws

Skills

Benefits experience

Leave administration

FMLA knowledge

ADA/ADAAA knowledge

ERISA/Regulatory knowledge

Microsoft Office

HRIS/benefits platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS/Benefits platforms

Job description

Blue Origin seeks a leave and benefits professional to deliver leave of absence, disability, and accommodation services for our employees in a fixed-term six-month contract. You will partner with HR, legal, and payroll to manage complex cases, ensure compliance, and protect confidential medical information.

The role requires a strong foundation in FMLA/ADA, ERISA, and benefits platforms, with the ability to handle sensitive situations and collaborative problem-solving across a large organization.