HR Specialist | Leave & Benefits Administration Location Shelbyville, TN Work Schedule M-F | 0800-1700 Primary Function The HR Specialist is responsible for the administration and coordination of employee leave and benefit-related claims, with a primary focus on Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) administration, short-term and long-term disability claims, and unemployment claims. This position serves as a key resource for employees, managers, and HR leadership by ensuring leave and claims are handled accurately, timely, confidentially, and in accordance with company policies and applicable federal and state requirements. Description Responsible for the administration and coordination of employee leave and benefit-related claims, with a primary focus on Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) administration, short-term and long-term disability claims. Serves as a key resource for employees, managers, and HR leadership by ensuring leave and claims are handled accurately, timely, confidentially, and in accordance with company policies and applicable federal and state requirements. Responsible for the administrative duties of unemployment claims including but not limited to appeals and unemployment hearings Responsible for maintenance of company personnel and benefits data files within HRIS (Human Resource Information Systems). Performs regular audits to insure company and regulatory compliance of data files within HRIS (Human Resource Information Systems). Maintains, processes, reviews, and compiles a variety of confidential and sensitive electronic and hard copy reports, records, statistics, and correspondence, which requires tact and discretion in handling. Fields requests for information regarding the company personnel and benefits data files in compliance with company policy. Assists co-workers within Human Resources department to insure maintenance of efficient, accurate and secure data. Responsible for coordination of benefits for all employees including assisting employees with benefits questions and concerns. Responsible for maintenance of FMLA personnel and benefits data files Primary contacts are within the department with regular contact with management and representatives of outside organizations. Regular attendance is required to maintain a safe and productive work environment Other duties may be assigned Skills Friendly, polite, and possesses emotional intelligence Strong organization skills and the ability to establish priorities Good analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to accurately document and report Ability to grasp new concepts quickly Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information Ability to identify issues and solve routine problems Full knowledge of computer operations and applications Ability to work both independently and in a team environment Education Required High School Diploma or GED, some college preferred. 1-2 years human resource experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. EOE Big G Express is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks to diversify its workforce. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply. The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. The statements contained in this document are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions and duties. Other duties besides those listed within this document may be essential. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. Complete Application