There is a reason that Clark is a leader in the construction industry. Simply put, it’s our people. From highways to hotels and hospitals to stadiums, we rely on the leadership, talents, and drive of our employees to bring great projects to light. Are you interested in becoming a part of our team? If so, take the next step and start building your career with us today. We are looking for an energetic, results-oriented individual to build and lead a critical part of Clark’s business. In this highly visible role, you will have significant responsibility and make a strategic impact on our business. This role requires a strategic and customer service focused individual **.** **Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities:** + Provide expert guidance and serve as a primary resource for complex leave of absence, job accommodation, and benefits inquiries for HR colleagues, management, and employees. + Lead the comprehensive management and administration of all Leave of Absence (LOA) and Job Accommodation (ADA/ADAAA) programs, ensuring seamless coordination between internal sick/leave policies and complex federal, state, and local jurisdictional leave and state pay regulations (e.g., California, DC, San Francisco, Washington State). + Strategically collaborate with Corporate Communications to develop, implement, and disseminate clear and effective leave of absence communications across diverse channels, including Intranet, recorded webinars/videos, and direct mailings. + Partner closely with the HRIS team to design, test, and implement absence management system configurations and enhancements, ensuring data accuracy and process efficiency. + Actively administer and support a broad spectrum of employee benefits and wellness programs (e.g., medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, FSA, HSA, commuter, fitness reimbursement, EAP, COBRA, backup care). Proactively manage and cultivate strong relationships with benefit vendors, contributing to long-term benefit strategy development, ongoing plan assessments, and the successful implementation of new programs. + Ensure rigorous adherence to and continuous monitoring of all federal and multi-state compliance requirements related to leave, disability, and benefits, mitigating risk and ensuring legal soundness. + Actively participate in and contribute to monthly Benefits 101 webinars, providing valuable information and answering employee questions. **Qualifications** + 5+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration, with a strong emphasis and proven expertise in Leave of Absence, Disability Management, and ADA/ADAAA compliance. + Extensive and up-to-date knowledge of complex federal, state, and local sick, disability, and leave laws and regulations (e.g., FMLA, CFRA, DCFMLA, SF Paid Sick Leave, and WA Paid Family & Medical Leave), with a proven ability to interpret and apply them. + Comprehensive understanding and practical application of federal and state benefit compliance requirements, including ERISA and other benefit compliance requirements. + Demonstrated ability to foster strong cross-functional partnerships and effectively collaborate with employees and leaders at all organizational levels. + Proficiency with HRIS systems; Workday experience highly preferred. + Able to confidentially maintain personal information. Understands and respects the sensitive nature of information and manages this responsibility to ensure issues are handled discreetly, effectively, and efficiently. + SHRM-CP/SCP, S/PHR, or related/similar certifications preferred. **Competencies** + Proactive self-starter with a strong results-orientated and collaborative team player mindset. + Exceptional problem-solving and negotiation skills, with a track record of achieving positive outcomes. + Demonstrates strong initiative and takes full ownership of projects from conception to completion. + Able to confidentially maintain personal information. Understands and respects the sensitive nature of information and manages this responsibility to ensure requests are handled discreetly, effectively, and efficiently. + Proven ability to work autonomously, effectively manage competing priorities, and successfully handle a high volume of leave and ADAAA cases (e.g., 70+ active cases). + Strong interpersonal and communications skills, capable of explaining complex concepts clearly. + Strong research and data analysis techniques, including high proficiency with Excel. + Exceptional attention to detail and insistence on accuracy. + Highly organized with the capacity to effectively manage complex workflows and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. + Proficiency with Google Suite. **Why This is a Great Move** Clark is a premier organization with outstanding people. We have a 100+ year history of success and a reputation for both high quality work and people. Here you’ll be part of a team and culture that values people. You’ll work in a HR team with senior leaders that have a reputation for building team members’ careers, driving team engagement, and having an impact on the business. We are expanding our team and our influence. You can be yourself and be passionate about your work. And you’ll have a clear impact on the success of the business and the talent in your client groups. Come join our winning team! **HR Team Values:** Create positive experiences, partner with integrity and trust, drive for results, be your best self to do your best work, common purpose, diverse contributions. **Compensation** Clark is committed to competitive compensation that typically has key components including base salary, bonus incentive compensation based on personal and company performance. **Search Firm and Employment Agency Disclaimer** Clark HR is the sole authorized representative of Clark Construction to execute any agreements with search firms, employment agencies or any employment vendor (“Vendor”). As a condition precedent to any entitlement for payment, a Vendor shall have both (1) Clark Construction Placement Agreement, and (2) an Engagement Job Order executed by an authorized Clark HR representative. Absent the properly executed documents, Clark HR shall have no obligation to make payment to the Vendor. Verbal or written communications from any employee of Clark Construction business units shall not be considered binding obligations. All resumes whether unsolicited or solicited shall be considered property of Clark HR. **Physical Demands** The physical demands described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. This role primarily involves sedentary work, frequently requiring prolonged sitting, utilizing hands for fine motor activities such as typing, writing, and manipulating objects. Effective communication through talking and hearing, as well as visual acuity for tasks like reading, computer use, and reviewing documents (including close, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus), are essential. The employee must have the ability to move around the office environment regularly and occasionally travel to various locations, including construction sites, offices, and off-site venues, using different modes of transportation. The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. **Work Environment** The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role. The employee typically works in a professional office setting with a noise level that is usually quiet to moderate. On occasion, the employee may visit construction sites, which may involve exposure to moving mechanical equipment, elevated or hazardous areas, airborne particles or fumes, and varying outdoor weather conditions. Noise levels at construction sites can be moderate to loud. All employees are required to comply with Clark Construction’s safety policies, procedures, and all applicable laws, regardless of the work location. Due to the nature of the projects, deadlines, and client’s requirements, the role frequently requires working more than 40 hours per week. \#LI-LG1 Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live. With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach. Learn more about Clark Construction (https://www.clarkconstruction.com/) . There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together. Learn more about careers at Clark (https://www.clarkconstruction.com/careers) . Find even more opportunities with the Clark Group, our collection of companies – delivering construction and asset solutions for clients across the United States. 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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug-free workplace.  Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email  leaveofabsence@clarkconstruction.com  or call (800) 655-1330 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. **_Authorization to Work_** Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis in order to be considered. Equal Opportunity Employer: Clark Construction Group, LLC, (subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark Construction promotes a drug-free workplace.