Benefits and Leave Administrator

Job Title: Benefits and Leave Administrator

Location: Fountain Valley, CA

Employment Type: Temporary (3-6 months, with possible extension)

Schedule: Mon-Fri 7:30AM-4:30PM

Pay: $30-$35/hr. DOE

We are seeking an experienced HR professional to support benefits administration, leave of absence programs, and employee support initiatives. This role will serve as a key resource for employees and managers regarding benefits, FMLA, ADA accommodations, disability claims, and compliance processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, and voluntary benefits.
• Process enrollments, life event changes, new hire benefits, and terminations.
• Manage leave of absence programs including FMLA, CFRA, ADA, state leave programs, and disability claims.
• Coordinate with employees, managers, carriers, and third-party administrators.
• Support annual open enrollment activities and benefits audits.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Ensure compliance with FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, COBRA, and applicable state leave regulations.
• Provide responsive and professional employee support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in benefits administration, leave administration, or HR operations.
• Experience administering FMLA, ADA accommodations, disability programs, and employee benefit plans.
• Working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, COBRA, and state leave regulations.
• Experience with HRIS, benefits administration, and payroll systems preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• CEBS certification.
• Experience supporting a large employee population.

Apply today if you have a strong background in benefits administration and leave management and enjoy helping employees navigate complex HR programs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.