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As the nation's largest community credit union, we begin every day focused on delivering superior financial products and services for our 1.3 million members and more than $30 billion in managed assets. Our work has an economic impact as we support our members' financial goals. We are unapologetic about being devoted to our members and the communities we serve. Our business is guided by our people helping people philosophy – which includes our team members.

BECU has been in business for more than 85 years, driven by unwavering core values and a dedication to improving the communities we serve. While we have a rich history, the future of our company, accelerated by business and technology transformation, is even brighter. There's never been a better time to work for BECU.

To learn more visit becu.org/careers.

PAY RANGE

The Target Pay Range for this position is $30.19-$36.78 hourly. The full Pay Range is $23.42-$43.56 hourly. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role.

BENEFITS

Employees and their eligible family members have access to a wide array of employee benefits, such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage. Employees have access to disability and AD&D insurance. We also offer health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, as well as health savings accounts, to eligible employees. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan and employer-funded retirement plan. Newly hired employees accrue 6.16 hours of paid time off (PTO) on a per pay period basis based on hours worked (up to a maximum of 160 PTO hours per year) and receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Additional details regarding BECU Benefits can be found here .

IMPACT YOU’LL MAKE :

As a Leave & Absence Specialist at BECU, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting our employees during significant life events. Your expertise will ensure that employees receive the right guidance fostering a culture of care and support. By coordinating leave benefits accurately, you’ll empower our team members to focus on what matters most, knowing their needs are in capable hands.

This role is eligible for remote work in WA, OR, ID, AZ, TX, SC, GA.*

WHAT YOU’LL DO :

• Coordinate Leave Benefits: Collaborate with the payroll department and key stakeholders to ensure accurate time coding and payment, making sure all employees on leave receive their benefits seamlessly.

• Support Employee Inquiries: Work with the team to answer questions from managers and employeesregardingfederal, state, and company leave plans, attendance-related, process and pay policies and guidelines, with clarity and empathy.

• Assist in Accommodation Administration : Help manage accommodation requests, applying your understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and relevant state laws to support employees effectively.

• Manage Documentation: Oversee documentation for state-specific leave programs, handling appeals and ensuring compliance and accuracy in record-keeping.

• Develop Educational Resources: Contribute to the creation and delivery of educational materials and resources to inform employees and managers about absence management and leave programs.

• Drive Process Improvement: Actively participate in projects aimed at enhancing employee experiences and operational efficiency, recommending best practices for leave management.

• Perform Additional Duties: Embrace new challenges by taking on additional tasks as needed, contributing to the overall success of the team.

This isn’t just about ticking off tasks on a list. It's about making a significant, positive change in BECU’s journey, where your contributions are valued, and your growth is continually fostered.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN :

• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement

• A supportive team culture that values your insights and contributions

• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of employees

QUALIFICATIONS :

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work or educational experience.

• Minimum three years progressive responsibility in a professional HR role with specific experience in leave administration.

• Experience working with federal and state leave laws and regulations governing leave administration including but not limited to FMLA, ADA, state-paid leave plans such as WA Paid Family & Medical Leave.

• Experience administrating a Leave Plan and Program.

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite to include PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Excel, and SharePoint.

• Experience effectively communicating internally at all levels of the organization and externally with vendors, potential vendors, and regulatory agencies. 

• Experience consulting and influencing business leaders.

• Experience working independently, and as part of a team, establishing effective working relationships with colleagues both internally and externally.

• Experience applying a high level of discretion and judgment, exercising confidentiality, and demonstrating respect and due diligence in sensitive situations.

• Demonstrated organizational, time-management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.

Desired Qualifications:

• Workday experience.

JOIN THE JOURNEY :

Ready to make an indelible impact? Eager to be part of a collaborative and innovative team where your ideas and contributions don’t just fill a role, but fuel the growth and success of BECU? This is more than a job—it’s a chance to elevate your career, skills, and future, all while contributing to a supportive workplace culture.

Embrace the opportunity to grow with us. Apply now, bring your expertise to the table, and let’s achieve excellence together at BECU. Your journey of influence, innovation, and impactful contribution starts now. #BECU #YourGrowth #BECUJourney

EEO Statement:

BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

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From our very beginning, BECU has been about people helping people. As a financial services cooperative, our purpose has and always will be the same: we work together to best serve our members and improve the financial well-being of our community. More than 80 years and one million members later, we're still rooted in our values, practices and mission - and even more passionate about our future.

As one of the nation's leading credit unions, we're not driven by profit. We're owned by our members and their interests are at the core of everything we do. Now we're growing faster than ever before--but we'll never forget our roots. To continue doing right by our members, we believe we must first do right by our people. Here, you'll receive the resources and support you need to learn, grow and build a meaningful career. Because we know it's our people who make us special.