Leave Partner

Michels Corporation; Brownsville (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Michels Corporation in the United States is seeking a Leave Partner to join our HR team and help manage leave programs across multiple states. You will act as a trusted HR partner, administer, coordinate, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave laws while delivering a compassionate employee experience.

As a Leave Partner, you will collaborate with employees, managers, payroll, benefits vendors, and third-party administrators to provide accurate and timely leave support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, preference to HR, 3-5 years of progressive HR experience with significant focus on leave of absence administration
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication skills. Must present a professional, positive image at all times
• Strong working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, USERRA, and state and local leave laws
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations
• Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record as determined by the Michels Review Team
• Experience in a multi-state or complex leave environment. (Desired)

Responsibilities

• Administer, coordinate, and ensure compliance of employee leave programs.
• Serve as trusted HR partner delivering accurate, timely leave support.
• Collaborate with employees, managers, payroll, benefits vendors, and third-party administrators.
• Maintain adherence to federal, state, and local leave laws and company policies.
• Demonstrate professionalism and customer service in all interactions.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Improving America’s infrastructure isn’t for the weak. It takes grit, determination, and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 8,000 people and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment in our insatiable drive to be the best. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career as a Leave Manager can change yours.

As a Leave Partner, you will be responsible for serving as a trusted HR partner responsible for the administration, coordination, and compliance of employee leave programs. This role ensures exceptional employee experience while maintaining adherence to federal, state, and local leave laws and company policies. The Leave Partner collaborates closely with employees, managers, HR Business Partners, payroll, benefits vendors, and third- party administrators to deliver accurate, timely, and compassionate leave support. Critical for success will be the ability to embody the corporate culture in all interactions and demonstrate professionalism and excellence in customer service.

• We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
• We are family owned and operated
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
• We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities
• We believe it is everyone’s responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 401 (k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your position and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.

Why you?

• You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines
• You relish new challenges and evolving technology
• You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates
• You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
• You have a strong attention to detail
• You enjoy working independently

What it takes:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, preference to HR, 3-5 years of progressive HR experience with significant focus on leave of absence administration
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication skills. Must present a professional, positive image at all times
• Strong working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, USERRA, and state and local leave laws
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations
• Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record as determined by the Michels Review Team
• Experience in a multi-state or complex leave environment. (Desired)

AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability