Leave Specialist

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

Position Overview

As a Leave Specialist, you will be responsible providing leave administration services including communicating with HR and associate about the leave program. The specialist will maintain records in HRIS system and provide assistance to associates throughout the duration of their leave. The Leave Specialist is also responsible for administration and coordination of other employee benefits, including: Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act (COBRA), Affordable Care Act (ACA)/ Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), etc.

A Day in the Life

• Accountable for day-to-day administration of leave of absences including FMLA, statutory and company branded leave types.
• Point-of-contact with employees regarding their need for leave and ensures that employees are aware of their responsibilities and of any documentation and notice required to qualify for and to take leave.
• Coordinate and execute financial transactions and activities such as premium invoicing, payment of premiums, payment reconciliation and coordination with payroll and related analytics
• Provide high level customer service to associates answering questions and researching/resolving problems.
• Advises managers and employees on the interaction of leave laws with paid time off and leave of absences with Burlington.
• Responsible for leave administration, compliance, process, documentation, associate/manager inquiries, reporting and escalated issues.
• Assist managers and Human Resources partners with unapproved leaves
• Ensure legal and company compliance with COBRA, FMLA, ERISA and other state and federal laws and regulations.
• Administer the programs in accordance with company policy and procedure to ensure compliance with both internal and external auditors
• Maintain and update associate records in HRIS.
• Investigates and resolves questions regarding communication and legislative leave filing
• Compile data and assist with preparing reports on associate leave status and utilization of leave program.
• Maintains knowledge of all applicable leave and accommodation laws including the FMLA, ADA, and state and local laws.
• Drafts and/or recommends revisions to company leave policies and communications to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

You’ll Come With

• Candidates must have at minimum an associate degree. 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

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Come join our team. You're going to like it here!

You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington's benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.

We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day.

Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity

Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.

Compensation Range: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00