Benefits Specialist - TEMP

Boot Barn • Irvine, CA

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Boot Barn is where community comes first. We thrive on togetherness, collaboration, and belonging. We build each other up, listen intently, and implement out-of-the-box ideas. We celebrate new innovations, congratulate one another’s achievements, and most importantly support each other. At Boot Barn, we work together to make a positive impact on the world around us, and by working collectively with encouragement, we consider ourselves “Partners.” With the values of the West guiding us, Boot Barn celebrates heritage, welcomes all, and values each unique Partner within our Boot Barn community. Our vision is to offer everyone a piece of the American spirit – one handshake at a time. The Benefits Specialist is responsible for the administration and analysis of Boot Barn’s health and wellness, programs. This position is expected to maintain a friendly and professional work environment with employees and supervisors, motivate others with energy and enthusiasm for the business, and proactively plan and execute benefits initiatives.

Requirements

• Strong communication, customer service, time management and organizational skills.
• 2 – 4 years of Benefits experience in a corporate environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or equivalent relevant experience
• Previous experience in leave and accommodation administration
• Demonstrated ability to consistently meet daily, weekly and monthly deadlines

Nice To Haves

• Retail experience
• Experience in Word, Excel, ADP HRB and other applicable database programs

Responsibilities

• Assist with Leave of Absence and Accommodations maintaining records according to state and federal regulations.
• Administration of leaves end-to-end; initial intake of leave, certification, tracking, and return to work.
• Administration of medical accommodations engaging in and guiding partners/ stake holders through the interactive process to resolution.
• Maintains and updates leave and accommodation records with leave management systems
• Coordinates return to work processes, including fitness for duty certifications, accommodations and communication with managers to ensure smooth transitions.
• Identifies opportunities to improve workflows, reduce manual processes and enhance efficiency.
• Serves as point of contact for partner and managers, providing clear, timely and empathetic communication throughout the leave and accommodation process.
• Performs regular audits of leave and accommodations to maintain data integrity in reporting.
• Administer all aspects of statutory disability claims, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and timely submission of required documentation.
• Assists the greater benefit team with Audits, Billing, and Open Enrollment
• Demonstrates high level of quality work, attendance and appearance.
• Demonstrates high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with customers, peers and management.
• Ensures compliance with all local, federal and state laws in addition to Company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Performs any other duties that may be assigned by management.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Merchandise discount: 50% off of Exclusive Brands and 40% off of third-party brands.
• Paid Time Off plan for year-round Boot Barn Partners.
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.
• 401(k) plan with generous company matching.
• Flexible schedules and work/life balance.
• Opportunities for growth at every level – we are opening 50+ new stores each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees