Strategic Benefits & Leave Programs Specialist

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a seasoned Benefits Administrator to administer the Commonwealth's employee benefit programs and leave policies for VDOT staff.

The role involves training, data management, retirement and disability program coordination, and working with Shared Services to ensure accurate personnel records. A strong emphasis on compliance, customer service, and communication is required to support a broad range of benefits and HR processes.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze claim submissions and determine eligibility.
• Experience creating and maintaining database spreadsheets.
• Knowledge of disability benefits, FMLA and workers' compensation.
• Proficient in interpreting medical terminology related to claims.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and lead open enrollment sessions and communications.
• Coordinate data submittals with Shared Services to ensure accurate records.
• Provide guidance on leave programs and retirement and disability options.
• Oversee workers' compensation and ADA processes; monitor and report trends.
• Promote online benefits usage to reduce administrative tasks.

Skills

Claim analysis

Data spreadsheets

Disability benefits knowledge

Return to work processes

Customer service

Education

Bachelors in Business Administration or HR

Tools

HR software databases

Spreadsheets

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a seasoned Benefits Administrator to administer the Commonwealth's employee benefit programs and leave policies for VDOT staff.

The role involves training, data management, retirement and disability program coordination, and working with Shared Services to ensure accurate personnel records. A strong emphasis on compliance, customer service, and communication is required to support a broad range of benefits and HR processes.