Leave Partner

Michels Corporation; Otsego (MN); On-site; USD 87,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training investment

Comprehensive benefits

Family owned

Job summary

Michels Corporation is seeking a Leave Partner to serve as a trusted HR partner for administration, coordination, and compliance of employee leave programs. You will collaborate with employees, managers, payroll, benefits vendors, and third-party administrators to deliver accurate, timely, and compassionate leave support while upholding company policies and federal, state, and local leave laws.

Qualified candidates have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3–5 years of progressive HR

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field.
• 3–5 years 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.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted HR partner responsible for administration, coordination, and compliance of employee leave programs.
• Collaborate with employees, managers, HR Business Partners, payroll, benefits vendors, and third-party administrators to deliver accurate, timely leave support.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local leave laws and company policies.
• Maintain exceptional employee experience while upholding Michels' standards.

Skills

HR Experience

MS Office

Communication skills

Leave administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Leave Manager – Leave Partner

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 Partner can change yours.

Responsibilities

As a Leave Partner, you will serve as a trusted HR partner responsible for the administration, coordination, and compliance of employee leave programs. This role ensures an exceptional employee experience while maintaining adherence to federal, state, and local leave laws and company policies. You will collaborate closely with employees, managers, HR Business Partners, payroll, benefits vendors, and third‑party administrators to deliver accurate, timely, and compassionate leave support. Success requires embodying the corporate culture in all interactions and demonstrating professionalism and excellence in customer service.

Benefits

• Consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News‑Record’s Top 400 Contractors
• Strategic growth committed to quality
• Family owned and operated
• Average $5,000 per employee invested in training each year
• Limitless opportunities for hard work and dedication
• Safety is everyone’s responsibility, regardless of job title
• 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 (plan may vary by position and location)

Why You?

• You thrive in fast‑paced environments under tight deadlines
• You relish new challenges and evolving technology
• You enjoy collaborating and communicating with teammates
• You value recognition of your efforts
• You have a strong attention to detail
• You can work independently

What It Takes

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preference for 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
• Valid driver’s license for the type(s) of vehicles that may be driven, with an acceptable driving record as determined by the Michels Review Team
• Experience in a multi‑state or complex leave environment (Desired)

Compensation

Salary range: $87,000 – $113,000 per year. Actual pay will be adjusted based on location and individual skills, experience, education, and other job‑related factors permitted by law.

EEO Statement

As set forth in Michels Corporation’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. Michels is a federal contractor that collects voluntary self‑identification data in compliance with law; this information will not influence employment decisions.