Leave and Benefits Specialist

Job Title: Leave & Benefits Specialist

Location: Bellevue, WA

Industry: Energy / Nuclear Technology

Pay: $35–$45/hour (depending on experience)

Benefits: Vision, Dental, Health, 401k

Job Description:

Addison Group is seeking a Leave & Benefits Specialist to support a leading energy and technology organization in Bellevue, WA. This role is responsible for administering the full cycle leave of absence process while ensuring compliance with federal and multi-state regulations. The specialist will partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, and third-party vendors to support employees navigating leave and benefits programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer full-cycle leave of absence programs including FMLA, Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML), parental leave, workers’ compensation, personal leave, and disability programs
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees, guiding them through the leave process from initiation through return-to-work
• Track, document, and maintain accurate records for active leave cases and new requests
• Partner with managers and HR to support employees during leave and ensure proper communication and documentation
• Coordinate with Payroll and Finance Systems teams to ensure accurate pay, PTO usage, and leave coding within the system of record
• Reconcile leave schedules and payroll adjustments when employees return to work
• Respond to employee inquiries related to state and federal leave regulations, healthcare plans, and ADA accommodations
• Liaise with internal departments and third-party vendors on workers’ compensation and disability-related matters
• Assist employees with Short-Term and Long-Term Disability questions and processes
• Maintain compliance with multi-state leave laws and federal regulations and stay informed of regulatory updates
• Support updates to company policies, procedures, and internal documentation related to leave administration
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and payroll information

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of leave administration experience including FMLA, disability, and related benefits
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (10 years in lieu of degree)
• Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state leave regulations and compliance requirements
• Experience supporting Workers’ Compensation and ADA-related processes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and HRIS/payroll systems (ADP preferred)
• Strong organizational, time management, and documentation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.