Leaves Specialist

Job Details

Job Location

3420 - Corporate Office - Evansville, IN

Position Type

Full Time

Travel Percentage

Negligible

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Human Resources

Description

Now Hiring a Leaves Specialist!!!

Want to get your career moving in the right direction? We are seeking a driven, organized, customer service oriented team member who wants to join our organization. Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with an appreciation for structure and standard operating procedures. Come be a part of the nation’s largest rail crew transportation company as our new Leaves Specialist! Job Summary:

As our Leaves Specialist you will be responsible for the processing and tracking of all leaves of absence for the Company, as well as assisting with other related Employee Benefits functions, such as benefits inquiries, information reporting, and ensuring compliance of all local, state, and federal leave guidelines.

Benefits of Joining PTI:

• Multiple benefit plan options including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options

• Paid vacation time, sick time, and holiday pay

• 401(K) retirement

• On the job training

• Discounted cell phone plans for Verizon and AT&T

• Free gym membership to any Planet Fitness location in the Evansville, Henderson, or Owensboro area

• Room for growth and advancement within the company

  Responsibilities: Leave of Absence Administration

• Manages disability / leave of absence processes with employees for FMLA, STD/LTD, Personal Leaves, etc. while ensuring adherence to all applicable laws and regulations.

• Coordinate with HR and management leaves eligibility, as well as return to work status.

• Provide basic support for employee benefits, such as inquiries surrounding the administration of benefit policies and procedures, and appropriately escalate high-level questions to Benefits Manager.

• Supports HRIS systems to ensure proper functionality, usage, and data integrity across all levels of company.

• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

• Assist Benefits Manager in planning, scheduling, and promoting various wellness offerings

• Facilitate field Manager training with general ADA/Leaves information

  Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Personally commit to quality in all aspects of work.

• Provide “World Class Customer Service” for internal and external customers.

• Participate in and promote the established Quality Improvement Process (QIP) for continuous improvement.

• Participate on teams to research, measure, and correct problems and to strive for process improvement.

• Communicate and exemplify the Company’s Mission Statement, Vision Statement, Values, and Philosophy.

  This does not necessarily list all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or efforts associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job, the company reserves the right to review and modify the functions, duties, and requirements of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as circumstances or business needs require.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate would have:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Management, Business, Human Resources, or related field; or any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

• 1+ years of demonstrated Human Resources and/or Leaves/Benefits experience.

  Experience:

• 1+ years of demonstrated Human Resources and/or Leaves/Benefits experience is minimally required.

  Other Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies:

• Demonstrate the ability to problem solve and handle sensitive and confidential situations and information.

• Demonstrate a strong customer-centered service philosophy.

• Demonstrate a friendly and outgoing personality with a courteous and professional presence.

• Possess strong verbal, written, and active listening skills.

• Strong interpersonal abilities to deal effectively with customers and business contacts at all levels.

• Demonstrate strong organizational skills while effectively handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced business environment with competing priorities.

• Strong knowledge of MS Office, HRIS systems, and skilled learning new technical systems as needed.

  AAP/EEO Statement

  Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace: PTI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, gender identity citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or veteran status. PTI has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in effect that is strictly adhered to.