Absence & Leave Partner

Cleveland-Cliffs Steel has an immediate opportunity for a Absence & Leave Partner in Middletown, Ohio. The Absence & Leave Partner will administer the non-occupational disability plans and/or FMLA for the company.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Review and evaluate medical documentation for non-occupational disability programs and FMLA.
• Maintain non-occupational disability programs and FMLA disability management software with claims information.
• Follow up with employees and treating physicians to get updated information and documentation.
• Process claims for weekly payroll.
• Maintain a variety of daily, weekly and monthly reports using tools such as spreadsheets and disability management software.
• Complete daily administrative tasks of the including filing, faxing, copying, and organizing files.
• Communicate to all levels of the organization, employees and business partners through written, oral, electronic and in-person communication.
• Utilize discretion when dealing with the public and employees on sensitive, confidential matters.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required. A degree is preferred.
• 1 year generalist experience within a Benefits Department is preferred.
• Knowledge of Social Security applications and/or FMLA.
• Knowledge in non-occupational disability or FMLA management software is preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll procedures to facilitate claim payments is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid computer skills including Microsoft Office products.
• Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Self-starter able to work with minimal supervision.

Why Apply?

• Excellent compensation and benefits.
• Challenging work.
• Advancement opportunities.

As a company, we are doing what we can to keep all our employees safe and healthy. It is the current expectation that all Cleveland-Cliffs employees will be vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as possible. Before accepting an offer of employment you must certify that you are fully vaccinated. Cleveland-Cliffs reserves the right to require proof of vaccination.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to careers@clevelandcliffs.com or call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. The following links provide information regarding your Equal Employment Opportunity rights and protections: EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement, Pay Transparency. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.