Overview Our Commitment to Equity The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner. Job Summary Under the direction of the Sr Director, Total Rewards, this position will provide specialized support for benefits, workers' compensation claims, leaves of absence, and workplace accommodations. This role requires a working knowledge of benefits administration, workplace injury processes and leave laws. The ideal candidate will have keen attention to detail and excellent communication skills. What you'll get from working at The Y + Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household + Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance + Retirement with generous employer contributions + Free access to mental health resources + Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO) + Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programs Hiring range: $25.88 - $34.00/hour Responsibilities Leaves of Absences: + Guide employees through the leave process, including initiation, accommodation, and return-to-work procedures. + Track and manage all active leave requests, ensuring documentation and timely processing. + Interprets FMLA, WA PFML, and ADA laws to facilitate administration, respond to questions, and solve complex problems. + Communicate leave of absence approvals, denials, return to work and other essential information to employees, managers, and human resources business partners. + Maintain complete and accurate records of leave of absence requests in accordance with appropriate requirements. Ensure that required documentation is gathered and tracked in accordance with all leave of absence process steps, while preserving confidentiality of documentation and files. + Work closely with team members in payroll, HR Business Partners, and benefits as needed throughout the leave of absence. Workers’ Compensation + Ensures directions and injury packets for when an employee is injured are stocked for all locations and up to date. + Handles employee questions when a workplace injury has occurred. + As needed, work with outside TPA if an emergent employee-related inquiry occurs + Other duties as assigned Benefit Administration Back Up: + Support group benefits programs, such as medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. + Maintain all benefits files. + Supports monthly premium billing and reconciliation for all group plans. + Understands COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, PPACA and other benefit related laws. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Competencies + Business Acumen. + Communication + Critical Evaluation. + Relationship Management. + Ethical Practice. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. This position occasionally requires lifting office products and supplies up to 20 pounds. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, typically 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Travel Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area travel may be expected. Code of Conduct for Applicants (https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=191063&hashed=999166779) Qualifications + Minimum of 2 years of Human Resource experience + Minimum of 2 years of Benefits, leaves, and/or workers comp administration experience + Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, and HRIS databases + Ability to create processes and streamline efficiency + Strong written, verbal and customer service skills, and attention to detail + Ability to work independently in a rapid-paced team environment + Possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize + Experience with Microsoft Office suite (e.g. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Preferred Experience + Administration experience for large size companies or non-profits + Workers compensation experience preferred + Previous experience with HRIS system preferred. + Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc). Our Commitment The YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law. We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on the results of a background check and (on applicable jobs) drug screening, including screening for marijuana. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system. If you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to recruiting@seattleymca.org or the HR department at 206.382.5082.