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Description We are looking for a skilled HR Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Newport Beach, California. This role requires expertise in managing multi-state leave processes and benefits administration for a high-volume workforce. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while providing exceptional support to employees and managers.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and administer high-volume leaves of absence for hourly employees across various states, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on multi-state leave processes, including eligibility, documentation, and tracking.

• Coordinate employee return-to-work procedures, facilitating clear communication and necessary accommodations.

• Manage self-insured benefits programs, handling enrollment, eligibility, and resolving employee inquiries.

• Collaborate with HR and payroll teams to streamline leave and benefits processes, maintaining adherence to internal policies.

• Monitor and update leave and benefits policies to align with evolving legal requirements.

• Maintain accurate employee records related to benefits and leaves, ensuring compliance with legal and company standards.

• Generate and analyze reports on leave usage trends and compliance metrics to identify opportunities for process enhancements.

• Provide guidance and education to employees and managers regarding leave policies and benefits programs. Requirements • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience managing multi-state leave processes for a high-volume workforce.

• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local leave laws, including compliance requirements.

• Experience working in a self-insured organization with in-house leave and benefits administration.

• Strong understanding of employee benefits programs and best practices in leave management.

• Proficiency in using HRIS systems, such as Paycom, for leave and benefits tracking.

• Excellent organizational and attention-to-detail skills to manage multiple cases simultaneously.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities to effectively support employees and managers.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered. TalentMatch®

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