Leave Program Specialist
Gundersen Health System
Date: 1 day ago
City: La Crosse, WI
Contract type: Full time
Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Leave Program Specialist to join our total rewards team!
The Leave Program Specialist serves as the subject matter expert on the organization’s various paid and unpaid time away from work programs. This role is responsible for overseeing and administering leave requests, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and providing support to employees and management regarding leave policies and procedures.
The Leave Program Specialist will develop, implement, and administer leave programs to assist leaders and the organization in managing absences while ensuring compliance with applicable laws. This position requires effective communication with employees regarding their leave needs, as well as the ability to interpret and administer leave programs and policies in accordance with federal and state employment laws (FMLA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, etc.). The Leave Program Specialist will also create policies and procedures to ensure compliance and best practices.
What's Available
Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.
If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact [email protected] or call 608-775-0267.
We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Leave Program Specialist to join our total rewards team!
The Leave Program Specialist serves as the subject matter expert on the organization’s various paid and unpaid time away from work programs. This role is responsible for overseeing and administering leave requests, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and providing support to employees and management regarding leave policies and procedures.
The Leave Program Specialist will develop, implement, and administer leave programs to assist leaders and the organization in managing absences while ensuring compliance with applicable laws. This position requires effective communication with employees regarding their leave needs, as well as the ability to interpret and administer leave programs and policies in accordance with federal and state employment laws (FMLA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, etc.). The Leave Program Specialist will also create policies and procedures to ensure compliance and best practices.
What's Available
- 1.0 FTE, 80 hours bi-weekly
- Schedule: Monday-Friday Days
- Hybrid eligible with expectation to work onsite in La Crosse, WI or Green Bay, WI once a week.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Two to three years of experience in leave administration
- Extensive knowledge of leave requirements and legal protections under FMLA, ADA, and other applicable laws.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, but also as a team player
- Must be well-organized to be able to prioritize, multi-task and handle multiple projects and deadlines
- High level of critical thinking, accuracy and attention to detail
- Specialized certification or training in leave administration (e.g., SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP), highly preferred
- Competitive Benefits: We offer a comprehensive package including medical, dental, pet insurance, and a generous retirement contribution.
- Work-Life Balance: We prioritize your well-being with a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, generous PTO, and paid holidays.
- Professional Development: Invest in your future with our Tuition Invest Program (up to $3,000 per year), access to hundreds of internal courses, and our Career Development Center.
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: We foster a welcoming environment with an inclusive celebration program, Unconscious Bias Training, and Patient Care resources.
- Additional Perks: Enjoy an 18% discount on your Verizon data plan and a 20% discount on Gundersen services not covered by insurance
Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.
If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact [email protected] or call 608-775-0267.
We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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