Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc., a privately-held company based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Leave Representative within the Corporate HR Department. This full-time, hourly (non-exempt) position is located at Hobby Lobby’s corporate campus in Oklahoma City. This position works closely with other members of the HR/Benefits/Leave/Legal Department.

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Position Overview

The Leave Representative position incorporates an overall knowledge of federal and state leave of absence laws and is responsible for the administration and processing of leave of absence cases. This position reports to the Leave Supervisor.

Responsibilities include:Administer Company leave of absence requests including but not limited to: Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), military, state mandated leaves of absence, and personal leaves of absenceDocument and maintain accurate employee leave of absence and confidential medical recordsMaintain specialized knowledge of FMLA and related state leave laws to ensure proper administration of interacting leave laws (FMLA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Disability Act, Paid Family Leave, Temporary Disability, etc.) and Company policies  Process all leaves of absence according to established guidelines, including determination of eligibility, providing employees with timely notification, and evaluating documentation provided to ensure compliance with federal and state lawsInitiate, respond, and maintain communication with employees regarding their need for leave and provide support through the leave of absence processProvide leave education and guidance to store, district, and regional management to facilitate a smooth commencement and return from leave of absenceCollaborate with HR Accommodations team on expiration of federal and state mandated leaves of absence and the interaction with American with Disabilities Act (ADA)  Respond to employees regarding general benefit premium payment inquiries while on leave of absenceProcess and work a variety of reports, and conduct regular audits of employees on leavePerform other related tasks and duties as assignedRequired work on weekends, as neededRequired experience, skills, and attributes:1+ years of experience in Human Resources or related fieldKnowledge and experience with administration of leave programs, including FMLA, ADA, military, and other applicable federal and state leavesExcellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively and clearly communicate with employees, co-workers, other departments, vendors, and/or leadershipComputer skills (including experience with web-based systems and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook)Experience with HRIS (human resources information systems) (SAP preferred) and timekeeping systems (UKG preferred)Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretionStrong conflict resolution skills and ability to de-escalate difficult situationsSolid critical thinking, problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skillsSolid organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities simultaneouslyAbility to work independently and collaboratively as part of a teamBachelor’s Degree (preferred) or equivalent related experienceSchedule Requirements:This is not a remote position. Department hours are currently 8:30am to 5:00pm, with ½-hour lunch, or 8:00am to 5:00pm, with a 1-hour lunch. Evening and/or Saturday work may be required at times.
Benefits include:Competitive WagesMedical, Dental and Prescription Benefits401(k) Program with Company MatchPaid VacationSick / Personal Pay (SPP)Employee DiscountLife Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance (LTD)Flexible Spending PlanHoliday PayIntegris Clinic and Pharmacy on CampusChaplain Services on CampusHobby Lobby Stores Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer
For reasonable accommodation of disability during the hiring process call (800) 200-1494.