Leave Specialist II

Sundt•Tempe, AZ

About The Position

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities, and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America. Job Summary The Leave Specialist is responsible for administering and managing employee leave programs; to include federal leave laws (Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and state-specific leave laws, company leave policies, and short- and long-term disability plans. This role ensures compliance with all applicable regulations while providing support and guidance to employees, managers, and HR partners throughout the leave process.

Requirements

Ability to present confidential information in an understandable and professional manner.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience
Bilingual - Fluent in English and Spanish.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in leave administration, benefits administration, or HR operations
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases/projects simultaneously.
Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and state-specific Leave regulations.
Working knowledge of Oracle HCM strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

HR certification (such as PHR, SHRM-CP, or CLMS) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with HR and site Management regarding return-to-work accommodation and reintegration plans.
Coordinate with third-party administrators, benefits providers, and internal HR teams to ensure seamless leave management.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company-specific leave policies.
Generate leave reports and analytics to track trends and provide insights for business leaders.
Handle confidential medical information in compliance with HIPAA and other privacy regulations.
Maintain accurate leave records and documentation for audit purposes.
Maintain employee leave records within HR systems and ensure accurate payroll processing for employees on leave.
Process and manage leave requests, including FMLA, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Maternity leave, Paternity leave, military leave, and other applicable policies and benefits.
Provide support in other Benefits Administration job duties, as requested.
Review and track leave eligibility, required documentation, and return-to-work processes.
Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding leave options, eligibility, and application procedures.
Stay updated on legislative changes related to leave management and recommend policy updates as needed.