Leave Partner

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. is seeking an HR professional to join our Leave Administration team. This role supports employees and business partners by serving as a trusted advisor as they navigate FMLA/PFM leave requests and workers’ compensation.

This position partners closely with employees, supervisors, and business partners to help them understand leave options, ensure employees are supported during challenging times, and confirm compliance with all applicable federal and state laws. This role also contributes to documenting and improving leave processes to deliver worldclass customer service using proven best practices.

As a Leave Partner, a typical day may include:

• Supporting employees, leaders, and partners with leave related questions through email, phone, virtual meetings, and in-person consultations

• Collaborating with partners across the company to interpret and apply SEL policies, procedures, standards, Federal and State laws and legal requirements

• Documenting, automating, and improving leave administration processes and policies

• Working with partners to understand and work through the interactive process for restrictions and ADA accommodations

• Managing confidential files and other sensitive information with discretion

• Conducting quality audits to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance

• Applying knowledge of FMLA/PFM and workers’ compensation to both straightforward and complex situations

• Managing leave requests and related processes within Workday

• Building and maintaining strong relationships across the organization

• Work with various vendors regarding Leave, Workers’ Compensation and Accommodations

This role may be a good fit if you:

• Find purpose in supporting others with empathy during difficult life events

• Have strong written and verbal communication skills

• Are detail oriented and organized, with a strong appreciation for documentation and continuous improvement

• Enjoy building partnerships to educate, advise, and mentor others

• Can maintain confidentiality and demonstrate sound judgment when handling sensitive information

• Have knowledge of the laws surrounding FMLA, PFM, ADA and other leave benefits

Location:

Pullman, WA- This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy a​ccess to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.

• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.

• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.  

• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Communication with Applicants 

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.