Human Resources Benefit and Leave Specialist

The Benefits & Leave Specialist is responsible for the administration, compliance, and continuous improvement of all employee benefits and leave of absence programs, with a strong focus on regulatory expertise and employee experience. This role serves as the subject matter expert for benefits and leave, including Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), parental leave programs, and multi-state leave requirements. This position will need to support multi-site locations, including GEOTEK and its subsidiaries. The position also provides light support to HR shared services functions.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Benefits Administration
o Administer all employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and voluntary benefits
o Lead annual open enrollment (strategy, execution, communication, and issue resolution)
o Act as primary escalation point for complex benefits issues
o Partner with brokers and vendors to manage plan performance and resolve issues
o Analyze utilization, trends, and costs to recommend improvements

Leave Management
o Manage all leave programs including: FMLA, ADA accommodations, Short- and long-term disability, Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), Company parental leave programs
o Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave laws and regulations
o Develop and maintain expertise in multi-state leave programs, with the ability to learn and adapt to new and evolving legislation
o Track and manage leave cases end-to-end (documentation, timelines, approvals, return-to-work coordination)
o Provide guidance to managers and employees on leave eligibility, documentation, and expectations
o Partner with third-party administrators (if applicable) to ensure effective case management

Compliance and Reporting
o Ensure compliance with all benefits and leave-related laws and regulations
o Prepare and submit required filings (ACA, EEO-1, etc.)
o Conduct regular audits of benefits and leave data to ensure accuracy and compliance

Workers' Compensation
o Support administration of workers’ compensation claims
o Maintain required documentation and reporting
o Partner with internal teams to support safety initiatives

HR Shared Services Support
o Support onboarding and offboarding processes related to benefits and compliance
o Maintain accurate employee data in HRIS systems
o Respond to employee inquiries related to benefits, leave, and HR policies
o Assist with HR projects and process improvements as needed

Employee Education & Experience
o Develop and deliver benefits and leave communications
o Educate employees on available programs and resources
o Improve clarity, accessibility, and utilization of benefits offerings

KEY COMPETENCIES
• Strong expertise in benefits administration and leave management
• Working knowledge of Minnesota PFML and evolving state leave laws
• Ability to quickly learn and interpret multi-state compliance requirements
• High attention to detail and compliance orientation
• Strong communication skills for navigating sensitive employee situations
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
• 5 years of experience in benefits and leave administration
• Demonstrated experience managing complex leave cases and compliance requirements
• Experience with HRIS systems and benefits platforms
• Experience with multi-state employers strongly preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands:
• Primarily sedentary work, involving prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer, and performing tasks requiring manual dexterity, such as typing and writing.
• Occasional standing, walking, and moving around the office and production floor.
• May require occasional lifting or carrying of light materials, typically up to 20 pounds.

Working Environment:
• Work is primarily conducted in a typical office environment, with controlled indoor temperatures, standard lighting, and minimal noise.
• Periodic visits to the production area may involve exposure to varying temperatures, higher noise levels, and potential contact with dust, fumes, or other airborne particles. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

The compensation range for this position is $75,000 - $100,000 annually. Final offers may vary based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The posted range represents the expected earning potential for this position within the current organizational budget and market conditions.

WHO WE ARE
For over 30 years, GEOTEK has been internationally recognized for industry leading composite technologies, engineering, and service. The company has grown PUPI® into the leading global provider of fiberglass crossarms and is committed to adding and developing other market-leading composite brands for the world’s infrastructure. The company was founded in 1990 to manufacture and market Common Sense Fencing and other pultruded fiberglass products. Early on GEOTEK also began producing utility composite crossarms for Pultruded Utility Products, Inc., a company it acquired in 2000 and renamed Pultruded Utility Products International (PUPI) to reflect the global opportunity for these products. PUPI (pronounced “puppy”) is a brand of GEOTEK. Using proprietary processes and several patented inventions, GEOTEK manufactures and distributes engineered fiberglass composites that are used by the transmission and distribution power lines and substations. The company is well positioned for sustained growth and profitability through market expansion and new product offerings.

OUR PURPOSE:
As the global leader in composite crossarms, we aim to broaden our engineered composite products in infrastructure applications with light poles and beyond.

MISSION:
Enhance the world’s infrastructure with engineered composite products.

VISION:
Develop, acquire, and grow respected composite product brands; where each product line delivers market-leading reliability, performance, and value to global infrastructure customers.

VALUES:
“TRUE Values”
• TEAM –we before me
• RELIABLE –every day in every way
• URGENT –the drive to do
• ENTERPRISING –be curious

#INDEED #LI-KH1

Salary : $75,000 - $100,000