Leave Administrator

Job ID:  519816

CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, cement, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our operations span North America with 24,100 employees at close to 1,300 locations in 44 US States and 6 Canadian provinces.

**This role can be remote; however, candidates must reside or be willing to relocate within the comapny's operational footprint. Eligible states are listed below:  

AR, CA, CO, IA, ID, KS, MO, MT, NE, NM, OK, OR, UT, WA, WY

Position Overview

The position will work closely with the Division Benefits Manager and HR Leadership to facilitate the leave processes related to employee benefits.  This will include responsibility for maintaining employee records and monitoring for legal and regulatory compliance.

Compensation & Benefits

$27-$32/hour DOE

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• Generous Vacation Policy
• 401k with Roth option & 5% Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• 10 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 2 Floating)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Annual Merit Raises
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

The person will be responsible to: 

• Actively manage and support employee-qualified leave of absence programs to include FMLA, ADA, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and any other state or company approved leave.
• Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of all government regulations and laws and advises employees on company policy, guidelines, and documentation requirements to ensure compliance.
• Monitors and tracks absence status, documentation, and return to work dates.

• Ensure accurate collection and tracking of benefit premiums while employees are on leave.

• Coordinates with HR to develop modified work scheduling or return to work accommodations connected to a leave of absence.
• Act as liaison between UNUM, employee and local HR. 
• Manage and process all Life Insurance Claims.
• Work closely with Safety Claims Administrators and/or Regional HR on all workers compensation claims with a leave component.
• Perform as the backup to the West Division Benefit Administrators and/or Data Specialists.
• Other duties or benefit related tasks may be assigned. 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

• 1-3 years related experience in an office setting.
• 1-3 years related experience in leave administration.
• General knowledge of federal and state leave regulations preferred.
• General knowledge of HR preferred.
• General knowledge of Health Benefits preferred.

Work Requirements

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Must be fluent in English.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends when necessary.
• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook. 
• Travel will be less than 10%.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and an ability to work with Management.

• High standard of ethics, integrity, and trust.   
• Strong problem-solving skills preferred.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to speak on the phone constantly.
• Ability to perform under deadline pressure.
• Ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects, talk and hear.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands.
• The employee is frequently required to stand and walk for extended periods of time.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Staker Parson Companies, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability