HR Leaves / Accommodation / Work Comp Administrator

Natural Grocers • Lakewood, CO

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The HR Leave Administrator provides strategic support of HR policies and initiatives to include: management and oversight of Worker’s Compensation, leaves and ADAAA processes and administration, ensuring HIPAA compliance as well as compliance with all other state and federal requirements and policies of Natural Grocers. This position provides hands-on guidance and training to managers, Good4U Crew, and collaborates with HR Business partners and safety as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience is required, college degree a plus
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Human Resources with a broad base of all HR disciplines and application; onboarding to separation, administering FMLA, Leaves of Absence, ADAAA requests.
• Minimum 1-year experience managing all aspects of Workers Compensation
• Knowledge of HR laws--Federal and State, including FMLA, ADA, Workers’ Compensation and general HR governing policies.
• Multi-state and multi-site level experience preferred.
• Strong facilitation and conflict management skills while maintaining strong customer service orientation required
• Demonstrated effective judgment in managing difficult situations with ability to respond to situations with urgency, in a calm and proactive manner
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding employee information especially as it relates to HIPAA requirements.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively in person, on the phone, electronically or through other means to individuals or groups—even under stressful and emotional conditions.
• Must have strong analysis and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude utilizing MS Office product and HRIS systems
• Possesses general business acumen and financial knowledge
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Nice To Haves

• college degree a plus

Responsibilities

• Consults with management and Good4U Crew to ensure understanding and compliance with COVID, FMLA, ADAAA related leaves as provided by Natural Grocers
• Partners with HR Business Partners and management regarding return to work integration, ADA accommodations and work modification as it relates to Workers Compensation processes.
• Manages American with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) process, including engaging in the interactive process and reviewing all medical documentation and accommodation requests.
• First point of contact for all injured workers and provides continued and support including managing the Transitional Duty program for occupational injuries (return to work)
• Partners with Good4U Crew and management to complete required leave paperwork; reviews and approves completed leave paperwork while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Provides technical expertise to Good4U Crew and management by explaining leave policies, procedures and timelines and resolving problems or issues.
• Manages multiple leave cases daily including tracking and maintaining electronic data and files.
• Leads manager level trainings on Leaves and ADAAA and company polices related to these topics. Also leads Workers Compensation and Reasonable Suspicion training. This training is conducted on a monthly basis and may be in person or online.
• Alerts manager of high risk situations
• Makes recommendations for new and/or revised policies and procedures for leave administration and implements all approved changes.
• Attends continuing education related to both current and new regulations related to FMLA, ADAAA and Workers Compensation administration.
• Maintains OSHA recordkeeping in HRIS including creating the 300 logs & 300A summaries and is responsible for yearly OSHA online and store reporting and postings.
• Researches, analyzes, and provides guidance regarding Workers’ Compensation and all other leave policies.
• Produces bi-weekly, monthly and quarterly reports as required to management.
• Partners with the Safety Manager to support safe work practices.
• Coordinates and communicates with Workers Compensation Claim Adjusters and Nurses on a continual basis to ensure claims are handled in a timely manner.
• Coordinates with the Benefits and Payroll departments ensuring compensation transactions are complete and accurate.
• Performs other duties or projects as assigned.
• Other HR related projects as time allows.

Benefits

• Birthday Bonus Pay
• Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually)
• Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
• Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure
• Paid Nutrition Education
• good4u Crew Member Discount
• Npower Program (customer appreciation and rewards program)
• Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases
• Advancement Opportunities and Career Development
• Health and Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Program
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance)
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED