Leave of Absence Representative at Weis Markets Inc

Looking for a company that treats associates with respect, understanding, and appreciation? Looking for a company that is passionate about teamwork and the growth of it's associates and communities? That's WEIS!

Job Description:

The associate is responsible for the functions below, in addition to other duties as assigned:

• Administering and supporting Weis Markets associate qualified leave of absence programs such as employer paid short-term disability, FMLA and long-term disability.
• Act as liaison between associates, payroll and leave of absence vendor for the purposes of determining leave eligibility under state and federal laws and organizational policies.
• Administration of leave requests and accommodation requests in accordance with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), state and local leave laws and short-term and long-term disability plans.
• Maintain a deep understanding of all company policies and governmental regulations and laws related to leave of absence to advise associates on processes, policies, and documentation requirements.
• Maintain benefits premium deductions for associates on leave in coordination with vendors.
• Assist with department projects as assigned.
• Prepare and track various weekly and monthly reports.

Weis Markets is an Equal Opportunity Employer:  Weis Markets is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of actual or perceived age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, familial status, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with a disability may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ways things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Weis Markets.