Sr. Leave & Accommodations Specialist

Columbia Sportswear Company•Portland, OR

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Columbia Sportswear Company's Global Benefits & HR Compliance team, which manages benefits, wellbeing programs, leave administration, ADA accommodations, retirement programs, HR compliance, immigration, mobility, and global benefits initiatives. This collaborative HR role supports employees and helps teams operate efficiently. It is part of a planned succession and knowledge-transfer effort, providing an opportunity to learn from experienced team members while contributing to key programs and initiatives. The position leads the accommodation program and supports leave administration, wellbeing initiatives, benefit administration, compliance projects, and other employee programs. It collaborates with HR Business Partners, Payroll, Legal, and external vendors, and contributes to vendor evaluations, RFPs, 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 Columbia Sportswear's headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon. The work arrangement is onsite Monday through Thursday, with work-from-home flexibility on Fridays and a standard day schedule. The company notes that its onsite expectations may change based on business needs and at its discretion.

Requirements

At least 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.
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 an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Ability to handle confidential employee information and sensitive employee situations with discretion and professionalism.
Collaborative, adaptable, organized, detail-oriented, self-directed, and able to manage changing priorities and multiple responsibilities.

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, including ADA accommodations and the interactive process.
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.
Administer employee wellbeing programs, coordinate vendors and communications, prepare reporting, and support employee engagement initiatives.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, employee support, and operational effectiveness across the team.

Benefits

401(k) plan with a generous company match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings account
Voluntary benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services
EAP+ confidential counseling services available 24/7/365
Wellness benefits
Employee discounts
Generous time off program