Leave of Absence Specialist

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We value open communication, mutual trust, and respect. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID: 75013

Description

The Leave of Absence Specialist is responsible for the administration of the company’s U.S. and Canada disability programs and leaves of absence in a shared services environment. In this role you will respond to employee inquiries and questions regarding leaves of absence, execute LOA processes and services, manage leave data in HR systems, advise managers and employees and identify problems and solutions to ensure positive experiences. This position reports to the HR Global Services Manager and works closely with the Senior Benefits Manager.

This position is onsite 5 days a week in our Newbury Park, CA location.

Responsibilities

• Implements and administers the company’s disability and leaves of absence in North America and ensures quality vendor service management through our external leave administrator.
• Assists employees with medical and non-medical leaves and other benefit-related inquiries and responds to employee service needs
• Maintains detailed knowledge of disability programs and leaves of absence and answers employee inquiries pertaining to programs, processes, procedures and communications. Ensuring the employee experience is always kept in mind.
• Ensures consistency in the application of leave policies including company compliance with federal and state laws (e.g., FMLA, Sick Leave, State Disability, etc.)
• Serves as the project manager in operationalizing leaves of absence management strategies including the development and ongoing maintenance of processes and procedures to improve upon the overall operational effectiveness and efficiency of the function
• Collaborates with other key stakeholders regarding vendor escalations, complex case review, analysis and resolution. Triages questions and issues about benefits programs, policies and other related items and provides timely, courteous and accurate support in resolution of questions
• Tracks monthly benefit costs, audits vendor bills and facilitates payment and reporting
• Provides payroll leave-related payment information as well as corrects, edits and reports on leave time within timekeeping system.
• Conducts ad hoc analysis and reporting and other duties as required
  
  

Required Experience And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) certification or equivalent preferred)
• Minimum two years of disability and/or leaves of absence related experience
• Knowledge of California Leave of Absence laws required. Knowledge of Massachusetts, Texas, Oregon, North Carolina and Iowa Leave of Absence laws desired.
• Experience with SuccessFactors and/or SAP is a plus
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel, including V-Lookups is required
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Strong customer service orientation with ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
  
  

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $62,600 - $114,800 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].