West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.

When you join our team we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live.

What you can expect as an Leave & Benefits Specialist at West Star:
As a detail-oriented Leave & Benefits Specialist you will manage companywide leave of absence programs and benefits administration across multiple business units and states. This role ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, accurate benefit administration, timely employee communication, and seamless coordination between payroll, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

You will be ESSENTIAL to many FUNCTIONS including:
Administer full leave of absence lifecycle (FMLA, ADA, state and company leaves).
Track and maintain Symetra FMLA and ADA claims, including documentation review, deadlines, responses, and case updates.
Communicate leave status, approvals, denials, and return-to-work expectations clearly with employees, human resources team, and managers.
Calculate return-to-work benefit deductions and premiums owed and communicate balances and repayment schedules to employees.
Manage leave sharing donation pool.
Review and process Qualifying Life Events (QLEs) for all business units, ensuring documentation compliance and timely enrollment updates.
Reconcile monthly benefit invoices.
Administer and support the company Wellness Program, including eligibility tracking, incentive administration, and vendor coordination.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company policies related to leave and benefits administration.
Maintain accurate and confidential employee records related to leaves, benefits, and medical documentation.
Respond to employee benefit and leave inquiries.

What you’ll need to bring with you:  

Your Education:
Bachelor’s degree required (Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred)

Your Experience:
3+ years Human Resources, benefits, or leave administration experience
Knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and benefits processes
Multi-business unit or multi-location HR experience
High attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent time-management skills
Strong communication and customer service skills
Experience with HRIS and benefits platforms

Your Initiative:
We’re looking for team players who are self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment where working with complex information and compliance laws will be common.  

Your sense of responsibility:
Unquestioned credibility, judgment, character, and ethics.
Attend work every day as scheduled on time and overtime as needed.
Follow all company rules during performance of duties.

Working Conditions:
This work will be performed 100 remotely from home.
Resides in Central, Mountain, or Pacific Standard times is preferred.
Scheduled to work Monday- Friday normal business hours.

Equipment Used:
Computer operating with Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, etc.
Cell phone and other office equipment.

Compensation & Benefit Information

The following information is disclosed according to state specific requirements. If the position applied to is not in a state with these requirements, the following information may not apply. The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $28-$36. Actual hourly rate will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience and performance. Additional compensation in the form of a shift differential will be provided if the employee is assigned to an alternate shift. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package. Other forms of compensation include a semi-annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) company match and employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA).

West Star Aviation’s Benefits

• Benefits Effective Day One for Eligible Employees
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage with Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Life Insurance, Disability Benefits & Supplemental Benefits
• 401(k) Plan with Employee Contributions & Employer Match
• Paid Company Holidays & Weekly Paid Time Off Accruals
• Flexible Work Schedules include 5x8, 4x10 and 3x12
• Weekly Competitive & Industry Leading Pay means you are paid more often
• Bonus Opportunity based on Company and Site Performance
• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement opportunities

This position will accept applications until 2/6/2026