Sr. Leave & Accommodations Specialist
About The Position
Join Columbia Sportswear Company's Global Benefits & HR Compliance team to support employees and help administer a broad portfolio of HR programs, including benefits, wellbeing, leave administration, ADA accommodations, retirement programs, HR compliance, immigration, mobility, and global benefits initiatives. This position is part of a planned succession and knowledge-transfer effort, offering the opportunity to learn from experienced team members while contributing to key programs and initiatives. The role leads the accommodation program and supports the leave of absence program, as well as wellbeing initiatives, benefit administration, compliance projects, and other employee programs. The specialist works with HR Business Partners, Payroll, Legal, and external vendors, and contributes to vendor evaluations, RFP activities, annual enrollment planning, and process improvement. The role also supports employee wellbeing programs through administration, vendor coordination, communications, reporting, and engagement initiatives. The position is based at the company's headquarters near Portland, Oregon. The stated arrangement is onsite Monday through Thursday, with work-from-home flexibility on Fridays, on a standard day schedule. The company notes that its onsite expectations may change based on business needs and at its discretion.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience administering leave of absence and accommodation programs, with experience supporting employer-sponsored health and welfare benefits.
- Experience owning ADA accommodations and the interactive process.
- Experience supporting employees in Oregon or administering Oregon leave programs.
- Experience partnering with HR teams, employees, managers, and external vendors to administer HR programs effectively.
- Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience using HRIS platforms such as Workday and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
- A bachelor's degree, applicable certification, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
- Experience handling confidential employee information and navigating sensitive employee situations with discretion and professionalism.
- Collaborative, adaptable, organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple responsibilities in a changing environment.
- Self-directed and able to work independently while recognizing when to seek guidance or escalate concerns.
- Curious and eager to learn new programs, systems, and areas of HR expertise.
- Passion for supporting employee wellbeing and delivering exceptional employee experiences.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with leave or accommodation vendors and/or participating in leave program implementations or transitions.
- Experience supporting process improvement initiatives, RFPs, vendor management activities, or cross-functional HR projects.
- Experience coordinating employee wellbeing events, engagement activities, or wellness program initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Lead the accommodation program.
- Support the leave of absence program.
- Support wellbeing initiatives, benefit administration activities, compliance projects, and other employee programs as needed.
- Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Payroll, Legal, and external vendors to ensure effective program administration.
- Contribute to benefits and leave vendor evaluations, RFP activities, annual enrollment planning, and process improvement initiatives.
- Support employee wellbeing programs through program administration, vendor coordination, communications, reporting, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance employee support, and strengthen operational effectiveness across the team.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with a generous company match
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Health savings account
- Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services benefits
- Free, confidential 24/7/365 EAP+ counseling services
- Wellness benefits
- Employee discounts
- Generous time off program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
