Sunrun

Energy

LeavesSpecialist

$75–75k United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Leaves Specialist at Sunrun. Skills: Leave Management, FMLA, ADA, Workday. Manage LOA and accommodation requests. Advise on eligibility, compliance, and coverage”

Industry & Context.

Energy
Problems you'll solve

Analytical Insight; Clean and analyze large datasets; Identify trends; Ensure data integrity; Reconcile discrepancies; Evaluate complex issues; Recognize escalating situations

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Minimum 5 years of U. S. leave management experience, Advanced knowledge of FMLA, ADA, USERRA, and state/local regulations, Minimum 2 years of hands-on Workday experience, specifically managing Leave of Absence (LOA) and Benefits/Life Insurance modules, Advanced Excel/Google Sheets proficiency, Highly skilled in VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, or Index/Match, Proven ability to clean and analyze large datasets, Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, employment law, compliance or equivalent work related experience

Nice to Have

Proficiency in Google Suite, Openness to leveraging AI tools (e.g., Gemini), Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing AI tools to enhance productivity and streamline workflows, or possess the agility and "growth mindset" to rapidly master new AI technologies, Professional certification in Disability Management or Benefits (CEBS)

What You'll Do.

Manage LOA and accommodation requests

Advise on eligibility

Oversee life insurance processes

Manage Evidence of Insurability events

Audit beneficiary/coverage data

Ensure accurate transmissions to carriers

Provide hands-on support

Handle escalation cases

Support projects focused on LOA and Life Insurance technology

Provide input on accommodation suggestions

Ensure ADA and regulatory compliance

Reconcile Life Insurance census

Audit COBRA termination

Manage return-to-work processes

Support corrective action

Lead leave/benefit projects

Roll out new time-off programs

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Consulting ability to facilitate tough conversations; Proactively seek partnership from stakeholders

Communication Scope

Superior interpersonal and consulting ability

Process & Methodology

Lead and support various leave/benefit-related projects

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