Fmla Specialist - Bilingual

GARNEY CONSTRUCTION

The FMLA Specialist supports employee-owners with their leave and benefit needs, serving as a knowledgeable and compassionate resource throughout the leave process. This role is responsible for administering employee leaves, assisting with benefits enrollment, maintaining accurate leave and benefits records, and generating required reports. The FMLA Specialist ensures compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations while proactively resolving issues as they arise. Going above and beyond transactional support, this role focuses on educating employee-owners about available leave options and benefit programs to help them make informed decisions.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Respond to employee questions regarding FMLA, other leave programs, and short-term and long-term disability
• Assist employees with the FMLA application process as needed
• Maintain accurate leave records and ensure required documentation is completed and submitted timely
• Review leave requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Process benefit updates related to Qualifying Life Events (QLEs)
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the leave administration partner to ensure accurate and timely case processing
• Support administration of medical, dental, vision, accident, disability, life insurance, 401(k), and wellness programs
• Process benefit enrollments and update beneficiary coverage as needed
• Assist with the development of training materials and the translation of benefit-related documents as required
• Prepare and maintain weekly and monthly absentee reports
• Generate additional reports as requested to support HR and compliance initiative
• Administrative & Cross-Functional Support
• Monitor and respond to employee inquiries via phone and benefits inbox
• Respond to employee emails and calls related to benefits and leave topics

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Proactive and self‑directed with the ability to anticipate needs
• Demonstrates a strong learning mindset and adaptability
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Empathetic communicator with the ability to handle sensitive situations professionally
• Patient and service‑oriented
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Collaborative team player who works effectively across departments
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and experienced with systems such as SAP, Bluebeam, 3CX, Employee Navigator, and Spectrum/Trimble
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience administering FMLA required

LET'S TALK THE PERKS!

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off
• 8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance and disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

CONTACT US

If you are interested in this position, please click APPLY NOW to submit your application. To view additional opportunities with Garney, visit careers.garney.

If you have questions or would like more information, please email recruiter@garney.com and include the job location and requisition ID (listed below the job title at the top of the page) to ensure a prompt response. Please note that email inquiries are not a substitute for submitting an application. All openings listed are currently accepting candidates.

Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed Garney Agreement, authorized by the Executive Team, to receive payment for any placement. Verbal or written commitments made by anyone other than a member of the Executive Team will not be considered binding. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Garney or submitted to employees outside of the Recruiting Team will be deemed the property of Garney. In such cases, Garney will not be obligated to pay any placement fees.

THE BENEFITS OF WORKING AT GARNEY

Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)

Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay

Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day

401(k) plan with a 3.5% match

Student loan resources

Weekly paychecks

Paid time off

8 paid holidays

Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions

Free life insurance & disability policy

Free access to healthcare coordinators

Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost

Access to consultations with legal/financial professionals at no cost

Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more

50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

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Nearest Major Market: Kansas City