LEAVES SPECIALIST

At Nox Group, we are dedicated to humanizing construction as one of the fastest-growing industrial enterprises in the US. Nox Group owns and operates Corbins, RMCI, Nox Innovations, and Construction Labels, and our teams set the standard as industry leaders. As we continue to expand our reach nationwide, we seek people who are passionate about personal growth and eager to make a positive impact throughout the industries and communities we serve. We prioritize our people, our partners, and our relationships. Start your journey today and join our skilled team.

The Leaves Specialist manages the daily intake, processing, and tracking of all employee leave of absence and disability requests. This role focuses on the high-volume operational workflows required to maintain program compliance, including preparing FMLA/ADA/Short-Term & Long-Term disability paperwork, verifying medical documentation, and tracking time-off usage, etc. Serving as the primary point of contact for routine leave inquiries, the Leaves Administrator ensures strict adherence to timelines, maintains data integrity within HR systems and alignment with leaves management third party, and coordinates closely with Payroll. The ideal candidate is a compassionate communicator, highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled at executing time-sensitive repetitive administrative tasks accurately under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

Manage daily intake, review documentation, and determine baseline eligibility for FMLA, short-term disability (STD), and all company-specific leave programs, including Accommodations (ADA), Leave of Absence (LOA), and Fitness for Duty (FFD) required upon return to work.

Manage all FMLA/ADA/LOA/FFD/STD/LTD requests and approvals via third party.

Maintain accurate records of employee leaves and documentation organization.

Manage and process weekly leave recoups required upon employee return to work for any missed benefit premium deductions.

Serve as primary contact for employee leave inquiries, requests and approvals, STD/LTD claims, and as first point of contact for third-party administrators.

Engage with employees on all leave types as needed throughout the entire leave cycle, ensuring communication of next steps are provided with clear expectations and holding the employee accountable to properly reporting time, providing documentation required for leave, and anything else required.

Document and maintain administrative procedures and tracking for assigned leaves processes.

Counsel and educate employees regarding Company's leave options and guidelines through one-on-one phone calls, emails, and preparing educational resources.

Prepare and edit leave related communication including eligibility requirements.

Work with Payroll and Field Operations Team to account for time off for employees on leave.

Provide weekly reporting and as needed to internal teams with appropriate information for tracking attendance and PTO for employees on leave.

Maintain personal knowledge of Benefit and Leaves laws and regulations.

Assist with open enrollment and other HR annual and/or ongoing initiatives as needed.

Performs customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

At least two years’ HR related experience required. Experience in benefits/leave administration preferred.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Working understanding human resource principles, practices and procedures.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related fields and/or equivalent experience.

Professional Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM-CP certifications preferred.

• Safety Level
• This is a safety sensitive position, and all applicable policies including drug test and background check will apply.

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It has been and continues to be the long-standing policy of any Nox Group operating company to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Nox Group and all of its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.