HR Benefits and Leave Supervisor

The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) is the largest Fire Department in the United States and universally is recognized as the world's busiest and most highly skilled emergency response agency. The FDNY, comprised of approximately 17,000 employees in uniformed, emergency medical services, and civilian titles.The Department's main goal is to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other critical public safety services to residents and visitors in the five boroughs. FDNY members are sworn to serve and protect life and property, and the Department works to continually educate the public in fire, life safety and disaster preparedness, along with enforcing public safety codes. Since its inception in 1865, FDNY has helped lead efforts to make New York the safest big city in the nation. This accomplishment requires a steadfast and daily commitment to maintaining the Department's core values.


The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) is seeking a full-time, Associate Staff Analyst (or an equivalent title) to serve as Supervisor of the Benefits and Leave Unit in the Bureau of Human Resources. This position reports directly to the Senior Director of HR, Benefits and Leave Unit. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Supervise staff within the Benefits and Leave Unit and make recommendations to the Senior Director for approval regarding leave requests, including FMLA, Paid Family Leave (PFL), Paid Parental Leave (PPL), and Child Care.
- Assist the Senior Director with managing retirement calculations, resignations, Medical Leave SLOAC, advanced times, and grants.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and policies, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Workers’ Compensation regulations, and other federal, state, and city rules.
- Monitor Section 71/73 terminations and provide recommendations to the Senior Director as needed.
- Act as a liaison with internal units such as Payroll/Timekeeping, Legal/General Counsel, Bureau of Investigations & Trials (BITS), Bureau of Health Services (BHS), Labor Relations, and Absence Control regarding leaves, employee/member transactions, and requests.
- Collaborate with the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) on leave and benefits policy updates and Department guidance.
- Review, research, and interpret benefits and leave policies, rules, laws, and regulations, providing guidance to HR staff, employees, and supervisors.
- Maintain accurate records and produce metrics, reports, and analyses regarding leave and benefits activities.
- Support process improvements to streamline operations within the Benefits and Leave Unit.
- Perform other related human resources duties as assigned.

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