Tampa, FL, USA
5 days ago
Senior Leave Specialist
Kforce is one of the premier leaders in the staffing industry, where Great People = Great ResultsSM. For over 50 years we’ve thrived on building relationships and making a positive impact in the lives of those we touch. We believe in acting with integrity, doing the right thing and giving back to our communities. A professional staffing services firm, Kforce stands for KnowledgeForce®, describing our highly skilled professionals. Our flexible and direct hire staffing specialists engage over 23,000 highly skilled Technology and Finance & Accounting professionals annually, connecting them with more than 4,000 customers. Our national network of 60 offices, two national recruiting centers, and 2,000+ associates support our ability to meet the needs of customers of all sizes, including 70% of the Fortune 100. Join the Kforce family and we will support you with expert training, innovative tools, an amazing culture, and a team of Great People that will cheer you on your road to success! SUMMARY: Under general direction, handle the administration of all Leave of Absence (LOA), Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Sick Leave policies and procedures in compliance with federal, state and municipal laws.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Administer the day to day activities of the Firm’s leave programs by interpreting policy and synchronizing with applicable federal/state/municipal laws (FMLA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, Mandatory Paid Sick Leave, etc.). Assist with the development and implementation of the leave of absence programs and policies in accordance with required regulations. Ensure all systems/websites are updated timely. Create communications and training regarding leave administration and deliver to all corporate and field partners and employees.Provide consultative services to corporate and field partners and employees related to all leave policies and paid-time off. Review leave documentation to assign appropriate leave, work closely with employees to ensure all relevant documentation is submitted timely, maintain contact with employees on leave, and coordinate all aspects of return to work.Identifies, communicates and collects benefit premiums from employees on leave to continue coverage while on unpaid leave of absence. Respond to and coordinate requests for accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Act as a liaison with vendors for plan guidance and issue resolution. Maintain ongoing relationships with benefit vendors to ensure high quality delivery of benefit services.Mentor and serve as the escalation point for Benefits Specialists, assisting with day to day, benefit questions, processes, and issue resolutions.Monitor changes to laws to identify and resolve potential areas of exposure and/or noncompliance and apprise management of new mandates or areas of risk. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No
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