Burlington Stores

Off-price retailer selling excess inventory

Leave Specialist

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Full-timeUnited States$50k - $65kHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

Candidates must have at minimum an associate degree.
Candidates must have at least 2 years of leave administration experience.
Candidates must have written and verbal communication skills.
Candidates must have analytical and problem-solving skills.
Candidates must have organization skills and attention to detail.
Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

Provide leave administration services, communicate with Human Resources and associates about the leave program, maintain records in the human resources information system, and assist associates throughout their leave.
Administer and coordinate employee benefits programs, including the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, the Affordable Care Act, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Employee Assistance Program.
Administer day-to-day leaves of absence, including Family and Medical Leave Act, statutory, and company-branded leave types.
Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding leave needs and explain their responsibilities and the documentation and notice required to qualify for and take leave.
Coordinate and execute financial activities, including premium invoicing, premium payments, payment reconciliation, and coordination with payroll and related analytics.
Answer associate questions and research and resolve problems.
Advise managers and employees on the interaction of leave laws with paid time off and leaves of absence at Burlington.
Administer leave programs, ensure compliance, manage processes and documentation, respond to associate and manager inquiries, prepare reporting, and address escalated issues.
Assist managers and Human Resources partners with unapproved leaves.
Ensure compliance with the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, and other state and federal laws and regulations.
Administer programs according to company policies and procedures and ensure compliance with internal and external auditors.
Maintain and update associate records in the human resources information system.
Investigate and resolve questions regarding communication and legislative leave filing.
Compile data and assist in preparing reports on associate leave status and leave-program utilization.
Maintain knowledge of applicable leave and accommodation laws, including the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and state and local laws.
Draft or recommend revisions to company leave policies and communications to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Desired Qualifications

A bachelor's degree is preferred.

Position Overview

As a Leave Specialist, you will be responsible providing leave administration services including communicating with HR and associate about the leave program. The specialist will maintain records in HRIS system and provide assistance to associates throughout the duration of their leave. The Leave Specialist is also responsible for administration and coordination of other employee benefits, including: Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act (COBRA), Affordable Care Act (ACA)/ Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), etc.

A Day in the Life

Accountable for day-to-day administration of leave of absences including FMLA, statutory and company branded leave types.
Point-of-contact with employees regarding their need for leave and ensures that employees are aware of their responsibilities and of any documentation and notice required to qualify for and to take leave.

Coordinate and execute financial transactions and activities such as premium invoicing, payment of premiums, payment reconciliation and coordination with payroll and related analytics

Provide high level customer service to associates answering questions and researching/resolving problems.

Advises managers and employees on the interaction of leave laws with paid time off and leave of absences with Burlington.

Responsible for leave administration, compliance, process, documentation, associate/manager inquiries, reporting and escalated issues.

Assist managers and Human Resources partners with unapproved leaves

Ensure legal and company compliance with COBRA, FMLA, ERISA and other state and federal laws and regulations.

Administer the programs in accordance with company policy and procedure to ensure compliance with both internal and external auditors

Maintain and update associate records in HRIS.

Investigates and resolves questions regarding communication and legislative leave filing

Compile data and assist with preparing reports on associate leave status and utilization of leave program.

Maintains knowledge of all applicable leave and accommodation laws including the FMLA, ADA, and state and local laws.

Drafts and/or recommends revisions to company leave policies and communications to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

You'll Come With

Candidates must have at minimum an associate degree. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

2+ years of leave administration experience.

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Superior analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong organization skills and attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

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Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!

You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.

We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity

Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.

Compensation Range: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00

About the Company

Burlington Stores

Off-price retailer selling excess inventory

Burlington Stores buys excess inventory from manufacturers and other retailers and resells it in its physical stores and online at discounted prices for brand-name clothing, home decor, and more. Customers access a wide assortment of recognizable brands at reduced prices, with options like gift cards and a loyalty program. It differentiates itself by offering a large off-price selection across categories and a strong emphasis on corporate social responsibility, diversity, and community initiatives. Its goal is to provide meaningful savings while maintaining quality and value and to grow its reach through both stores and online channels.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Greensboro, NC
Founded: 1923

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