Strategic Leave & Accommodation Specialist

Blue Origin; Florida; On-site; USD 134,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Leave and Benefits Specialist to manage leave of absence, disability, and accommodations for employees across the company. You will coordinate with payroll, legal, and our third-party administrator to ensure compliant and timely leave actions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of benefits experience with 3+ years in leave and disability administration, plus strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA/ADAAA, and state programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years benefits experience, with 3+ years in leave and disability administration.
• Expertise in FMLA, ADA/ADAAA, STD/LTD, and state leave programs.
• Working knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, ACA, USERRA, Section 125, and related regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as 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/ADAAA, 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

Leave administration

FMLA expertise

ADA/ADAAA expertise

HR policy knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or 5+ years benefits experience

Tools

HRIS/benefits platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Leave and Benefits Specialist to manage leave of absence, disability, and accommodations for employees across the company. You will coordinate with payroll, legal, and our third-party administrator to ensure compliant and timely leave actions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of benefits experience with 3+ years in leave and disability administration, plus strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA/ADAAA, and state programs.