Benefits Specialist - Workers Compensation, Leaves of Absence, and Accommodation [Hybrid]

About Us:

EDF power solutions North America has been providing clean energy solutions throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico since 1987. We are a market-leading independent power producer and service provider, serving utilities, corporations, industries, communities, institutions, and investors with reliable, low-carbon energy solutions that help meet growing demand.

From developing and building scalable wind (onshore and offshore), solar, storage (battery and pumped storage hydro), smart EV charging, microgrids, green hydrogen, and transmission projects, to maximizing performance and profitability through skilled operations and maintenance and innovative asset optimization, our teams deliver expert solutions along the entire value chain—from origination to commercial operation.

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Benefits & Perks: 

EDF power solutions offers best-in-class employee benefits, including the following:

• Competitive bonus incentives. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
• Comprehensive health coverage. We provide low-cost health & wellness coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Rewarding 401k. We provide a generous matching contribution.

We are also proud to offer:

• Favorable paid time off programs, including paid parental leave after one year of service.
• Rewarding learning & career development and advancement opportunities.
• Supportive mentorship & buddy programs.

Salary Range: The full pay range for this role is $66,900.00 - $111,400.00, and a good faith estimate is $85,000.00 to $90,000.00 annually. We generally base our salary decisions on factors including but not limited to, relevant work and leadership experience, education, demonstrated performance, internal equity, and in some cases, geographic location.

Scope of Job: The Benefit Specialist - Workers Compensation, Leaves of Absence, and Accommodation primary responsibility is  the administration of workers' compensation claims, leaves of absence, and reasonable accommodations processes within the organization. This individual will work closely with the HR and Health & Safety teams to ensure compliance with legal requirements, support employee needs, and promote a safe and inclusive workplace. In addition, the position will support the daily operations of the US benefit programs

Work Location:  San Diego (Rancho Bernardo)

Work Mode:  Hybrid with three days on-site.

Responsibilities:

• Workers Compensation Management:
  • Administer the workers' compensation program, including claim initiation, documentation, and follow-up.
  • Collaborate with employees, managers, and insurance providers to facilitate timely claims processing.
  • Monitor and report on workers' compensation claims trends and outcomes.
• Leaves of Absence Administration:
  • Manage the leaves of absence process, including FMLA, ADA, and other applicable leave policies.
  • Provide guidance to employees regarding their rights and responsibilities related to leaves of absence.
  • Ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting of leave requests and approvals.
• Reasonable Accommodations:
  • Assess and process requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA and company policies.
  • Work with employees and management to identify appropriate accommodations that support employee needs while maintaining operational efficiency.
  • Maintain documentation and track accommodation requests and outcomes.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Partner with the Health & Safety team to ensure a safe work environment and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Provide training and resources to HR staff and management on workers' compensation, leaves of absence, and accommodation policies.
  • Respond to employees seeking assistance with US benefit questions, in particular workers' compensation, leave, or accommodation inquiries.
  • Assist in open enrollment including creation of materials, conducting training and ensuring system accuracy.
  • Provide back up support with carrier file feeds and questions.
  • Coordinate with payroll on employee’s pay during leave of absence.
• Compliance and Reporting:
  • Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations related to benefit regulations.
  • Prepare and maintain reports on claims, leaves, and accommodations for management review.
  • Conduct audits and compliance reviews.

Supervision of Others: None

Working Conditions: This position may require occasional travel to various company locations. The role involves working in an office environment with standard office equipment.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in HR, specifically in workers' compensation, leaves of absence, or accommodations. Specific experience working with the states with disability and parental leave programs, like California, Colorado and Washington.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations related to workers' compensation, FMLA, ADA, and related laws.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.