Benefits and Leave Management Specialist

Vireo Health, Inc.

Benefits & Leave Management Specialist at Vireo Health responsible for administering employee benefit programs and leave management across multiple states. Ideal for detail-oriented individuals with HR experience in regulated environments.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland, Minnesota, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in benefits administration, including health and welfare programs, leave management, and compliance with regulations such as FMLA and ADA. Proficient in utilizing HRIS and benefits platforms to maintain accurate records and support employee needs.

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Benefits AdministrationLeave ManagementHRIS ProficiencyCompliance KnowledgeEmployee Communication

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Hard Skills

Benefits EligibilityEnrollment ManagementLeave AdministrationFMLA KnowledgeADA ComplianceCOBRA RegulationsDocumentation DisciplineData TrackingExcel ProficiencyBenefits Program Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCustomer Service SkillsAttention to DetailOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

HRISBenefits Administration Platforms

Industry Keywords

Health BenefitsWelfare BenefitsRetirement PlansUnion Employee GroupsNon-Union Employee Groups

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer health and welfare benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability, FSA/HSA, EAP, voluntary benefits, and retirement plans
Support benefits eligibility and enrollments for new hires, annual open enrollment, qualifying life events, and status changes
Maintain accurate benefit records and employee elections in HRIS/benefits administration platforms
Provide benefits education and support to employees
Partner with payroll to ensure accurate deductions and reconciliation of benefit billing and premium payments
Serve as the primary point of contact for leave requests and administration (FMLA, ADA accommodations, etc.)
Coordinate with third-party worker’s comp vendor to ensure leave cases are managed appropriately
Track and update leave statuses accurately in HRIS and communicate with payroll regarding pay status

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in benefits administration and/or LOA management
Experience supporting hourly employees and high-volume employee populations
Working knowledge of benefits eligibility, enrollments, life events, and leave management best practices
Familiarity with union and non-union employee groups and ability to interpret/adhere to different plan rules or contract provisions
Strong understanding of compliance concepts related to benefits and LOA (FMLA/ADA/COBRA)
Proficiency with HR systems (HRIS, benefits platforms) and Excel
Excellent communication skills, customer service skills and ability to explain complex policies in plain language
Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation discipline