Leave & Benefits Pro: Compliance & Support

City-of-Apple-Valley,-Mn; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Apple Valley, Minnesota is seeking a Leave & Benefits Specialist to manage employee leave programs and benefits administration. You will work closely with employees, supervisors, and third‑party administrators such as MetLife to ensure timely, accurate documentation and compliant processes.

Responsibilities include administering FMLA, PFML, ADA‑related leaves, coordinating open enrollment, maintaining records, and providing clear guidance on timelines, rights, and required

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, public administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in HR leave administration or benefits coordination preferred.
• Working knowledge of FMLA, PFML, ADA, HIPAA, and related regulations.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple employee cases.

Responsibilities

• Administer all leave programs including FMLA, PFML, ESST, Paid Parental Leave, ADA accommodation-related leaves, and employer-sponsored disability programs.
• Liaise with third-party admins (e.g., MetLife) for information requests, questionnaires, and timely claim processing.
• Guide employees and supervisors through leave procedures, timelines, and rights under state/federal leave laws.
• Maintain accurate tracking of leave usage, eligibility, return-to-work dates, and documentation requirements.
• Ensure PFML compliance and proper notice distribution.
• Assist employees with benefit inquiries, open enrollment, and communications campaigns.
• Coordinate with benefits brokers and carriers to resolve employee issues.
• Prepare reports and documentation for audits and regulatory requirements.

Skills

HR leave administration

Benefits coordination

FMLA/PFML/ADA/HIPAA knowledge

Organizational skills

Professionalism & discretion

Customer service

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, public administration or related field

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Electronic document management

Job description

The City of Apple Valley, Minnesota is seeking a Leave & Benefits Specialist to manage employee leave programs and benefits administration. You will work closely with employees, supervisors, and third‑party administrators such as MetLife to ensure timely, accurate documentation and compliant processes.

Responsibilities include administering FMLA, PFML, ADA‑related leaves, coordinating open enrollment, maintaining records, and providing clear guidance on timelines, rights, and required