Leave & Benefits HR Specialist - In-Office Role

Empire State Development, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire State Development, LLC in New York, NY is seeking an HR Generalist to manage end-to-end leave administration, ADA accommodations, and SOP development. Onsite presence is essential, with possible NYS travel as needed.

The role requires 3+ years in HR generalist and leave administration, plus strong knowledge of FMLA and NYS PFL. Comprehensive benefits are provided and collaboration with HR leadership is expected.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree. 5 years direct relevant experience may be substituted.
• Relevant Experience required: 3+ years of experience in human resources generalist and leave administration roles.
• Knowledge required: FMLA, NYS PFL, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with end-to-end Leave Administration (FMLA/ADA/PFL/STD/LTD/WC) including eligibility determination and medical review.
• Serve as point of contact for employees and supervisors and handle accommodation requests per NYS guidelines.
• Develop and update SOPs across benefit and leave functions and support compensation processes.
• Administer various leave types and facilitate interactive ADA process with managers and staff.
• Contribute to new employee orientations, onboarding, and offboarding procedures.

Skills

FMLA knowledge

ADA knowledge

Leave administration

Employee relations

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Empire State Development, LLC in New York, NY is seeking an HR Generalist to manage end-to-end leave administration, ADA accommodations, and SOP development. Onsite presence is essential, with possible NYS travel as needed.

The role requires 3+ years in HR generalist and leave administration, plus strong knowledge of FMLA and NYS PFL. Comprehensive benefits are provided and collaboration with HR leadership is expected.