Corporate Leave Specialist

Description & RequirementsANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARYAt Andersen, we pride ourselves on our core values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Partnership and being a leader in Corporate Citizenship. Headquartered in Bayport, Minn., Andersen Corporation is the largest window and door manufacturer in North America. Newsweek recognized Andersen as one of "2023 America's Greatest Workplaces."We're focused on bringing more light into people's lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love. This applies to our team, too. Andersen embraces our nine Employee Resource Networks to celebrate our differences and to champion diversity. We are named as a Forbes "Best Employer for Diversity 2022."Earning the 2023 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year-Sustained Excellence Award, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference at Andersen.ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARYWe're focused on bringing more light into people's lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love. This applies to our team, too. By celebrating our differences and embracing a positive work-life balance, we are recognized as a Yellow Ribbon company, one of Forbes Magazine's 2021 "America's Best Large Employers" and a "Best Employer for Diversity." As a 2021 Energy Star Partner of the Year, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference.SUMMARYThe leave specialist will be the champion for our leave of absence processing and support for Andersen and will ensure that all plans are administered consistently with company objectives and strategy, ensuring compliance with regional and local regulations. Advising and serving as main point of contact and subject matter expert for employee inquiries. Providing managers, employees and HR business partners information on all processes and procedures required for leave of absence management and other accommodation requests. In addition, serve as the point of contact for Drug and Alcohol program administration for the enterprisePRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES• In collaboration with the Employee Leave and Disability Solutions team the leave specialist will be responsible for processing and tracking all leave of absence and accommodation requests (WC, FMLA, STD, LTD, ADA, State) for an average of 200-300+ active and pending claims at any given time• Advising and serving as main point of contact and subject matter expert for employee inquiries on leave• Providing managers and employees information on all processes and procedures required for leave of absence management and other accommodation requests• Demonstrating sensitivity, professionalism, and discretion in all aspects of your responsibilities adhering to HIIPA guidelines• Generating and communicating leave notifications to managers, providing regular updates and reporting to the business• Communicating with outsourced provider companies regarding pending claims and leave administration• Supporting claims administration by retrieving payroll reports, benefit summaries, and completing supplemental documentation• Partnering with Human Resources Business Partners and RTW Specialists regarding absences, return to work plans, and absence management• Evaluating and proposing needed changes to policies and program• Consulting with legal counsel to ensure all processes and plans are up to date with regulatory change• Creating and auditing reports between our benefit provider and HRIS• Maintain high level knowledge of current US regulatory requirements relating to leaves of absence and accommodations• Work independently and facilitate timely project management by initiating, planning, executing, and completing various projects• Support and assist with the administration of the Company's Drug and Alcohol Policy including maintaining the distribution of random testing reports, maintaining vendor contracts for field sales and service, coordination of forms and supplies, and administration of training• Other duties as assigned by SupervisorMUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS• Demonstrated high level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to quickly build trusting relationships in a customer-centric environment• 5-7 years of experience in leave management or related field• Demonstrated departmental and team management skills• Demonstrated skills in strategy setting, data collection and reporting, excellent verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to communicate to all levels in the organization• Knowledge in medical diagnostic procedures, treatment parameters, and rehabilitation programs• Ability to translate physical abilities as they relate to appropriate job placements• Critical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills are essentialNICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS• CLMS Certification or willingness to obtain preferred• Bachelor's degree in related fieldCULTURE AND BENEFITS"Be Orange. Be You" is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we'll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn't be possible. This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand* and the one homeowners love the most.** It's also why we're committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook.Benefits include, and are not limited to:• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance• Health Savings Account contributions• Paid holidays plus PTO• 401(k) plan & contributions• Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities• Charity contributions• Nationwide career opportunitiesWe look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.• 2020 Andersen brand surveys of U.S. contractors, builders & architects• * 2020 Andersen Brand Survey of U.S. homeownersDuring 2022, each eligible Andersen employee will receive $1,000 for each full fiscal quarter they are actively employed and fully vaccinated against COVID-19. An eligible employee hired during a quarter will receive a prorated payment based on the number of days employed during the quarter. Those eligible include fully vaccinated regular full-time and part-time employees (at least 20 hours per week) who are not subject to a collective bargaining agreement. These and other terms and conditions of Andersen's 2022 Profit Sharing Plan, including the definition of full vaccination against COVID-19, are subject to change or termination without notice.Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Posting City:Oak Park Heights, MN