Blue Origin

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.. Conducts manager and HRBP training on role specific leave responsibilities.. Maintain relationship with external leave administrator and communicate program updates across all locations.. Expert knowledge of leave laws and regulations (e.g., FMLA, ADAAA, EEOC, HIPAA, ERISA, DOL, Section 125, USERRA, Federal, State and Local leave laws, etc.). Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.

program manager

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!We are seeking an experienced Senior Leaves Program Manager to join our Benefits team at Blue Origin. In this role, you will play a critical part in shaping the future of space exploration by leading all aspects of Blue's leave and accommodation programs. Your attention to detail and commitment to safety will be important in supporting our vision.Responsibilities:Serve as Senior Leaves Program Manager for the Benefits Team with responsibilities to include, but not limited to:Program Ownership and Compliance<ul><li>Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive leave and accommodation programs that meet Blue's employee and organization needs while also working within the framework of applicable federal, state, and local laws.</li><li>Serve as the subject matter authority on leaves and accommodations, in collaboration with Legal and HR leadership, around leave policy and administration.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency and effectiveness of leave programs across all Blue locations.</li></ul>Operations and Administration<ul><li>Serve as Product Manager of Workday Absence for system enhancements and improvements.</li><li>Develop and maintain leave and accommodation resources, trainings, educational material, and communications for employees and managers. Conducts manager and HRBP training on role specific leave responsibilities.</li><li>Serve as the point of escalation for leave and accommodation matters. Resolve raised issues with urgency.</li></ul>Reporting and Analytics<ul><li>Establish measurement of and then uses leave and accommodation data and trends and employee feedback for intervention and recommendations for program improvements.</li><li>Use reporting to track and report in alignment with FMLA and statutory leave laws.</li><li>Build, maintain, and communicate regular operational metrics for all leave and accommodation programs to evaluate program effectiveness, vendor performance, and employee usage.</li></ul>Vendor Management<ul><li>Maintain relationship with external leave administrator and communicate program updates across all locations.</li><li>Find opportunities to leverage vendor capabilities to support process improvement, employee experience improvements, and cost savings.</li><li>Monitor third party vendor performance for adherence to established service level agreements.</li><li>Participate in vendor RFP's, selection, negotiation, and annual renewal, in collaboration with Sr. Manager, Benefits.</li></ul>Qualifications:We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in a related field and 10+ years of experience administering leave and accommodation programs.</li><li>Expert knowledge of leave laws and regulations (e.g., FMLA, ADAAA, EEOC, HIPAA, ERISA, DOL, Section 125, USERRA, Federal, State and Local leave laws, etc.)</li><li>Experience leading time off and leaves in Workday or equivalent HR system and processes and an understanding of the downstream impact of transactions on benefits, pay, and other areas.</li><li>Experience with HR program management, project management, and case management tools and technology.</li><li>Strong research, analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.</li><li>Strong oral and written communication skills and proven ability to collaborate across all levels of an organization.</li><li>Strong self-starter, fast learner, quality conscious, committed to delivering results.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and handle small and large projects with a diversity of internal and external customers.</li></ul>Compensation range for onsite WA applicants is $134,608-$188,451Inclusivity StatementDon't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Export Control RegulationsApplicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.BenefitsBenefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "EEO Is the Law," please see here.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.California Applicant Privacy NoticeIf you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.

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