What are the responsibilities and job description for the Benefits FMLA Coordinator position at UWM?
THE GIG
This position is responsible for working side by side with our benefits team and will be primarily assisting the leave of absences team. The FMLA Coordinator will also assist the team with any other benefit related tasks as needed.
This position requires on-site attendance at our headquarters in Pontiac, MI.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
- Process Leave of Absence time utilized in software system, having knowledge of FMLA and administer reporting processes.
- Assist the Leave of Absence team with various tasks.
- Ability to work independently, taking initiative at all times
- Communicate effectively with leadership on progress of work related items.
- Preparing and maintaining team member benefit files, assuring accuracy, compliance and confidentially.
- Staying up to date with relevant federal, state, and local regulations related to benefits administration.
- Assisting with the administration of various benefit programs, such as group insurance, medical and dental, accident and disability, and health maintenance programs.
- Organizing and taking part in meetings designed to assist team members in the leave process.
- Supports all benefit related communications including open enrollment materials/presentations and training.
- Recognizing the need to remain flexible and display a strong sense of urgency.
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
Must Have Qualifications:
- Have a very high sense of urgency
- Proficient in Word, Excel, HRIS and other MS Office products
- Exhibit strong communication skills with a high level of service to all team members face to face, over the phone, and in written communication
- Very Strong organizational skills
- Desire to learn
- Be an innovative thinker with a “yes” mentality
Preferred Qualifications:
- HR Degree or HR/Benefit Experience
- Experience with an HRIS system/Leave of Absence Software
THE PLACE & THE PERKS
Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.
It’s no wonder that out of our six pillars, People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. It’s at the very heart of how we treat each other, our clients and our community. Whether it’s providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve, our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life.
From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.
More reasons you’ll love working here include:
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
- Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
- Adoption reimbursement program
- Paid volunteer hours
- Paid training and career development
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- 401k with employer match
- Mortgage discount and area business discounts
- Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
- Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon
- Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
- Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
- In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
- Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi
DISCLAIMER
All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Team members may be required to perform other or different job-related duties as requested by their team lead, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with UWM is "at-will." UWM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By selecting “Apply for this job online” you provide consent to UWM to record phone call conversations between you and UWM to be used for quality control purposes.