Description

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

Requirements

The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is an EEO/ADA employer and is committed to being a drug free workplace.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.pinellassheriff.gov