Leave & Benefits Administrator

Burlington; South Dakota; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Vision coverage

Job summary

Burlington is seeking a Leave Specialist to administer leave programs (FMLA, COBRA, ACA/PPACA) and coordinate benefits. You will maintain HRIS records, serve as a liaison between associates and HR, and ensure compliance with relevant laws while supporting payroll and analytics.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple leave types and related documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2+ years of leave administration experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Administer day-to-day leave management, including FMLA and state leaves.
• Serve as single point of contact for employees about leave and documentation requirements.
• Coordinate premium invoicing, premium payments, and payroll-related analytics.
• Provide high-level customer service and resolve employee questions and issues.
• Advise managers on interaction of leave laws with PTO and Burlington policies.
• Ensure compliance with COBRA, FMLA, ERISA, and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintain and update HRIS associate records and reporting on leave utilization.
• Draft revisions to company leave policies and communications.

Skills

Leave administration

Written & verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Burlington is seeking a Leave Specialist to administer leave programs (FMLA, COBRA, ACA/PPACA) and coordinate benefits. You will maintain HRIS records, serve as a liaison between associates and HR, and ensure compliance with relevant laws while supporting payroll and analytics.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple leave types and related documentation in a fast-paced environment.