Talent & Culture - Benefits Leave of Absence Coordinator

The Child Center of NY; New York (NY); A distancia; USD 42.000 - 62.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Child Center of NY is seeking a Leave and Benefits Coordinator to administer employee leave programs and manage benefits enrollment and inquiries. This remote role based out of NYC requires collaboration with HR, payroll, and union representatives to ensure compliant processing of FMLA, ADA, and other leaves.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in HR focused on leave and benefits, strong communication and organizational skills, and experience in a unionized environment.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in HR with focus on leave and benefits administration.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is strongly preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Administer all types of employee leaves (FMLA, ADA, parental, medical, personal, union-provisions).
• Manage benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations; respond to inquiries about health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans.
• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local leave/benefits laws and union contracts; maintain records in HRIS.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate leave/benefit documentation; coordinate with payroll and managers.
• Provide empathetic employee support and conduct benefits orientations for new hires; collaborate with union representatives.

Conocimientos

FMLA knowledge

HIPAA knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Bilingual

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Herramientas

HRIS (DayForce)

Microsoft Office Suite

Descripción del empleo

• Support annual open enrollment processes

This is a remote position based out of NYC with the possibility to come into office occasionally.

Job Title: Leave and Benefits Coordinator

Department: Human Resources

Report To: Director of Human Resources

Effective Date: October 2026

FLSA: Non-Exempt (28hrs a week)

Job Summary

The HR Leave and Benefits Coordinator is responsible for administering employee leave programs and managing benefits enrollment and inquiries. This role ensures compliance with federal, provincial, and local regulations, as well as collective bargaining agreements across four unions. The coordinator provides empathetic and inclusive support to employees regarding their leave and benefits options.

Key Responsibilities

Leave Administration

• Coordinate and manage all types of employee leaves (e.g., FMLA, ADA, parental, medical, personal, union-specific leave provisions)
• Serve as the main point of contact for employees on leave-related matters
• Ensure accurate documentation and tracking of leave requests
• Communicate with managers, payroll, and union representatives to ensure proper leave coding and pay adjustments
• Maintain compliance with applicable laws, internal policies, and collective agreements

Benefits Administration

• Assist with benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement plans
• Liaise with benefits providers and union benefit trusts to resolve issues
• Support annual open enrollment processes
• Maintain accurate benefits records and ensure timely updates in HRIS

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with federal and provincial regulations (e.g., FMLA, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA) and union contracts
• Prepare and submit required reports and documentation
• Stay current on changes in leave and benefits laws, union agreements, and best practices

Employee Support

• Provide clear, empathetic communication to employees regarding their rights and options
• Educate employees on available benefits and leave policies
• Conduct benefits orientations for new hires
• Collaborate with union representatives to ensure consistent and fair application of policies

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred)
• 2+ years of experience in HR, with a focus on leave and benefits administration
• Experience working in a unionized environment is strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, COBRA, and other relevant regulations
• Familiarity with collective bargaining agreements and union processes
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite

Work Environment

• Hybrid or on-site work environment
• May require occasional extended hours during peak periods (e.g., open enrollment)
• Collaborative setting with frequent interaction with union representatives and employees

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual
• DayForce (HCM)
• Experience with Unions