Leave and Benefits Administrator

Leave and Benefits Administrator

Salary

$72,956.00 - $105,786.00 Annually

Location

Pinellas County, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

202600022

Bureau

Human Resources Bureau

Cost Center

1420 - Human Resources Bureau

Opening Date

05/08/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS

QUESTIONS

Nature of Work

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Leave and Benefits Administrator. In this role, you will lead a team of three dynamic Human Resources Specialists who guide 2,800 members through complex FMLA, Workers Compensation, disability claims, enrollment in and qualifying life events for insurance coverage and the Florida Retirement System. The team also assists our retired members and their families. Days are full of preparing and delivering education on benefits to our members, identifying problems before they have the opportunity to occur, keeping accurate records and following established procedures.

The ideal candidate is a proactive supervisor who takes initiative and builds strong relationships while supporting their team. They take pride in getting details right the first time and thrive in a fast-paced and high-volume environment and understand the importance of holding themselves and others accountable. This individual has two years' experience leading others and five years' professional level experience focused in benefits.

Consideration given for relevant experience.

The background investigation process may take up to 6 weeks depending upon the complexity of the applicant's background and position for which they've applied.

Under the general direction of the Human Resource Manager of Benefits, the primary focus is directing and planning the day-to-day operations of the leave programs, while implementing a hands-on approach to the administration of agency leave programs, Workers' Compensation and special projects. Assist with directing the day-to-day operations of the insurance benefits plans. This role requires the exercise of independent judgment in proactively approaching and delivering expert advice and guidance to members and all levels of supervisors on leave-related matters. Work is reviewed through observation and results obtained.

SUPERVISES OTHERS: Yes

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for their subordinate employee's welfare and care, individual training in the conduct of their duties and mentoring

Reviews subordinates work performance, conducts open and honest performance counseling, appraisals and evaluated conditions of performance, initiates corrective action and/or disciplinary action as necessary

Ensures subordinates meets agency standard in personal appearance, maintains and accounts for materials and agency equipment as prescribed by Sheriff's Office policy, special or General Orders and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Coordinates the leave administration programs (Family and Medical Leave Act, Workers' Comp., and other leave programs) to ensure all processes are consistently administered in compliance with internal policies as well as all local, state and federal laws

Assists with coordination of the administration of agency's self-funded health, dental, vision, life insurance plans, disability plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), agency wellness incentive program, fully funded retiree Medicare Advantage plan and various voluntary benefits

Develops, facilitates and presents training for new and existing members on HR policies and best practices relating to leave and benefits

Serves as an agency point of contact for the Florida Retirement System (FRS), ensuring timely flow of information between the agency and FRS Page 2 of 3 Leave and Benefits Administrator REV 07/2025 Leads agency members in preparing for post-employment benefits including insurance and the FRS

Oversees their subordinates work specifically as it relates to FMLA letters and other appropriate documentation to members

Creates reports with updates and discussions items on complex cases for Human Resources Manager

Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position

This position may be considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, may be required to report to work

Participates in Sheriff's Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field

Three (3) years' related experience

Two (2) years' supervisory experience

Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Must possess a valid Florida driver's license

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong working knowledge of Federal laws related to leave administration to include, but not limited to FMLA, Worker's Compensation, Short and Long Term Disability, benefits administration and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Demonstrated ability to effectively administer benefit, retirement and leave programs, exhibiting sound and accurate judgment

Ability to manage difficult situations in a professional manner

Strong analytical, communication (verbal and written), project management and organizational skills displaying attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate, collaborate and influence effectively with members, managers and supervisors

Ability to build credibility and trust with internal and external customers

Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Page 3 of 3 Leave and Benefits Administrator REV 07/2025

Ability to make good decisions and perform work independently to drive results given direction in the form of objectives

Knowledge of various databases and software programs to efficiently perform the duties of the position

Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

Physical Abilities

The physical abilities listed below are estimates of time spent during a typical work day to perform essential functions and responsibilities. Members in this position may be required to:

Sit up to 6 hours per day

Stand up to 1 hours per day

Walk up to 1 hours per day

Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Occasionally bend, squat, climb, reach, kneel, and twist

Employer

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office (FL)

Address

10750 Ulmerton Road

Largo, Florida, 33778

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