Benefits & Leave Specialist

About the team

Angi is looking for a Benefit & Leave Specialist to join the People Ops team. This role and will partner closely with the current Sr. Benefit & Leave Specialist and People Operations Manager to manage the Benefits and Leave processes needed to support our team members. 

What you’ll do

• Provide exceptional customer service as you help team members navigate the leave, ADA and workers’ compensation processes, in many times during an exciting and/or difficult time in their lives.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for the all leave types, ADA accommodations, and workers’ compensation programs.
• Effectively manage cases in our Leave of Absence system (Presagia), our Human Resources Management System (UKG), and our Benefits administration system (bswift).
• Independently approve or deny leave cases based on relevant medical information.
• Coordinate and organize all medical information and ensure that team member privacy guidelines are closely monitored and effectively executed.
• Interpret and administer leave programs and policies in accordance with the applicable federal and state employment laws (FMLA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, PHE, etc.). Ensure that the workers’ compensation cases are managed in accordance with applicable OSHA and workers’ compensation laws.
• Produce and manage reporting metrics and analytics for leave cases and workers’ compensation claims.
• Partner closely with HRBPs and Management on all workspace accommodation requests. Meet regularly to review the status of cases/claims and develops legally sound strategies for a mutually beneficial resolution.
• Assist with basic team member benefits questions.
• Independently approve or deny benefit escalation requests
• Coordinates open enrollment and weekly benefits enrollment meeting for new hires.

Who you are

• Must have completion of specialized certification or training on FMLA, leave administration, or benefits (Certified Leave Management Specialist, CLMS)
• Ability to analyze information to determine appropriate course of action
• Working knowledge of applicable employment laws (i.e. FMLA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, PHE, Workers’ Compensation, etc.).
• Ability to communicate effectively, while dealing with sensitive and confidential information
• Computer aptitude, with strong knowledge around the MS Office Suite and Google, internet searching, and web-based applications, as well as the ability to learn new software quickly
• Must be self-driven and able to work autonomously
• The ability to handle multiple concurrent projects, to keep the information organized, and to learn on the fly to keep up with the lightning speed of our environment
• A commitment to top-notch customer service, follow-through, and professionalism
• Ability to quickly build relationships and trust with team members at all levels and maintain confidentiality
• An associate degree in a related field is preferred
• 2+ years of experience in leave administration is preferred

We value diversity

We know that the best ideas come from teams where diverse points of view uncover new solutions to hard problems. We welcome and value individuals who bring diverse life experiences, educational backgrounds, cultures, and work experiences.

Compensation & Benefits

• The salary band for this position ranges from $55,000-$65,000 commensurate with experience and performance. Compensation may vary based on factors such as cost of living. 
• This position will be eligible for a competitive year end performance bonus & equity package. 
• Full medical, dental, vision package to fit your needs 
• Flexible vacation policy; work hard and take time when you need it 
• Pet discount plans & retirement plan with company match (401K) 
• The rare opportunity to work with sharp, motivated teammates solving some of the most unique challenges and changing the world 

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