Sr. Leaves & Accommodation Specialist (Fixed Term)

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks a leave and benefits professional to deliver leave of absence, disability, and accommodation services for our employees in a fixed-term six-month contract. You will partner with HR, legal, and payroll to manage complex cases, ensure compliance, and protect confidential medical information.

The role requires a strong foundation in FMLA/ADA, ERISA, and benefits platforms, with the ability to handle sensitive situations and collaborative problem-solving across a large organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of benefits experience, with 3+ years in leave and disability administration
• Demonstrated expertise in FMLA, ADA/ADAAA, STD/LTD, and state leave programs
• Working knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, ACA, USERRA, Section 125, and related regulations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and HRIS/benefits platforms

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between Blue Origin, employees, managers, and HRBPs throughout the full leave lifecycle - from initiation through return to work
• Manage complex leave and accommodation cases (FMLA, ADA, state/local) in partnership with our third-party administrator, Matrix/Reliance
• Track leave dates, PTO usage, and pay accuracy in coordination with payroll
• Consult with legal and compliance partners on complex cases and policy development
• Lead group and 1:1 consultations on leave, disability, and accommodation options
• Identify process gaps and drive improvements
• Serve as escalation point for senior leadership on time-sensitive matters
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee medical documentation
• Stay current on applicable federal and state leave/accommodation laws

Skills

Benefits experience

Leave administration

FMLA knowledge

ADA/ADAAA knowledge

ERISA/Regulatory knowledge

Microsoft Office

HRIS/benefits platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS/Benefits platforms

Job description

Application close date

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

Job Description

We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem- solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

We are looking for someone to apply their leave expertise to deliver leave of absence, disability, and accommodation services to Blue Origin employees and positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mention

• This role is a Fixed-Term Contract role for 6 months
• Relocation is not provided for this role

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between Blue Origin, employees, managers, and HRBPs throughout the full leave lifecycle - from initiation through return to work
• Manage complex leave and accommodation cases (FMLA, ADA, state/local) in partnership with our third-party administrator, Matrix/Reliance
• Track leave dates, PTO usage, and pay accuracy in coordination with payroll
• Consult with legal and compliance partners on complex cases and policy development
• Lead group and 1:1 consultations on leave, disability, and accommodation options
• Identify process gaps and drive improvements
• Serve as escalation point for senior leadership on time-sensitive matters
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee medical documentation
• Stay current on applicable federal and state leave/accommodation laws

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of benefits experience, with 3+ years in leave and disability administration
• Demonstrated expertise in FMLA, ADA/ADAAA, STD/LTD, and state leave programs
• Working knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, ACA, USERRA, Section 125, and related regulations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and HRIS/benefits platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong case management judgment, especially with limited information
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously under deadline pressure
• Effective communicator across employee, manager, HR, and legal audiences
• High discretion with confidential information
• Self-directed; proactive in building cross-functional partnerships

Base Pay Range for

CA applicants is $134,434.00 - $188,207.25WA applicants is $134,434.00 - $188,207.25

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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