Leave & Benefits Specialist

Leave And Benefits SpecialistLocation: Tampa, FL Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent / Onsite Mattamy Homes is the largest family-owned homebuilder in North America, with over five years of history across the United States and Canada. Every year, Mattamy helps more than 8,000 families realize their dream of home ownership. In the U.S., Mattamy is represented in 11 markets Charlotte, Dallas, Jacksonville, Naples, Orlando, Phoenix, Raleigh, Sarasota, Southeast Florida, Tampa, and Tucson. Leave Administration & Case ManagementWorks closely with outside vendor, ensure leave steps such as intake, eligibility determination, documentation, tracking, return-to-work coordination, and work accommodations are completed appropriately. Serve as the primary point of contact for team members and managers regarding leave policies and procedures Ensure timely and accurate communication of leave status, rights, and responsibilities to employees Compliance & Policy AdherenceEnsure compliance with FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, Workers' Compensation laws, and other applicable regulations Monitor legislative updates to ensure we remain in compliance with the constantly evolving legislation. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of COBRA, HIPAA, and federal, state, and local leave laws. Recommend policy updates as needed Maintain direct billing coordination of benefit payments and adherence to deadlines for timely benefit payments Partner with HR and Legal to address complex leave scenarios and ADA or other work accommodation requests to ensure any risks are mitigated Accurately track and document leaves in HRIS Vendor & Stakeholder CollaborationConsult with and oversee third-party administrators for disability and workers' compensation claims Collaborate with Payroll to ensure accurate pay processing during leave periods Work closely with HR VPs/Business Partners and team member managers to support workforce planning during employee absences Partner with the Benefits Team and Human Resources to coordinate benefit continuation, payments, and terminations during leaves of absence. Reporting & AnalyticsMaintain accurate leave records and documentation Generate reports and metrics on leave trends, usage, and compliance for leadership review Identify opportunities for process improvement Team Member Experience & SupportProvide empathetic and confidential support to team members navigating leave situations Educate team members and managers on leave options and processes through training and resources Ensure a positive and respectful experience for team members throughout their leave journey Other Benefits Department DutiesAnswers questions and relays information to team members and managers regarding benefit issues; monitors communications through the benefits email box Handle billings for various Mattamy benefit programs and ensures costs are allocated correctly Helps to support annual open enrollment process and related communications or meetings Provides back-up and assistance to other members of the Benefits team as needed Other duties as assigned What You BringBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field 4-6 years of experience in leave administration, benefits, or related HR operations Strong knowledge of federal FMLA, ADA, Workers' Compensation, and other leave-related laws as well as strong understanding of COBRA and HIPAA Experience with Payroll/HRIS systems and case management tools (MetLife would be preferred) Strong skills in MS Word and Excel Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills Ability to analyze complex situations and make sound decisions related to leave cases Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain accurate records Ability to oversee sensitive information with good judgment, discretion, and professionalism At Mattamy Homes, we're passionate about creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work. Diversity and inclusion are important aspects of the work we do to support our homebuyers, colleagues and communities. Our competitive compensation and full-time employee benefits package includes: 3 weeks of company paid vacation + 1 week of company paid time off + 1 week of sick time Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability Flex Spending, 401K with Company Matching and Tuition Reimbursement Entertainment Discounts, Employee Home Ownership Program and Company-wide Volunteer Program Mattamy's mission: To provide the best homeowner experience Mattamy's core values: Teamwork Commitment Community Sustainability Recent recognition: Best Places to Work in Charlotte for 2024, 2023, 2022, 2020, 2018 & 2017 Best Places to Work in Jacksonville for 2023, 2022, 2016 & 2015 Best Places to Work in Orlando for 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2018, 2016 & 2013 Best Places to Work in Phoenix for 2024, 2023, 2022 & 2021 Best Places to Work in Raleigh for 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022 & 2021 Best Places to Work in Southeast, FL for 2025, 2024, 2023 Best Places to Work in Tampa Bay for 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 & 2019 A career with Mattamy Homes is a chance to join a team as solid as they come. We're an internationally recognized, privately owned homebuilder full of ambitious, talented and hardworking team members. Together we're making dreams come true with homes and communities designed for the way people live today, and that's a great feeling. Our future is secured through strategic investments in land and communities, in both current and new markets, which offers ongoing learning, growth and opportunity for all of us. Redefining how we build with smarter technology and a deep commitment to sustainability is exciting and rewarding. Here, you will gain valuable experience through challenging and interesting projects. Recognized as an employer of choice, Mattamy ensures you will enjoy great benefits and an award-winning culture, because we take care of our own. On our team, we all have a role to play in building for the future. Mattamy Homes is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, citizenship, religion, sex, national origin, disability or with respect to any other status protected under federal, state, and local laws or ordinances. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all persons. Qualified applicants will be contacted directly by the Talent Acquisition team.