Overview
Denver VAF, 9900 E 40th Ave, Denver, Colorado, United States of America
Job Description
Posted Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Swire Coca-Cola is a family-owned bottling company with a history spanning over two centuries. We are one of the largest bottlers of Coca-Cola in North America and distribute more than 50 beverage brands and flavors to customers daily. Our 8,000+ employees work together to deliver refreshment to over 30 million consumers across 13 states. Begin a journey with us at Swire Coca-Cola and belong to a community of dedicated team members who think big and believe in winning together.
Why youll love working at Swire Coca-Cola
Swire Coca-Cola is committed to providing balance to support you in all aspects of your life, both at work and beyond. We offer benefits for physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
- Health coverage (three medical options, dental and vision) and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Health Savings Accounts with company match
- Free virtual primary care, acute care and physical therapy
- Free Employee Assistance Program
- Company paid vacation, holidays, sick time, bereavement, jury duty, maternity/parental leave, disability leave, and volunteer time
- Discounted and free product
- Opportunities for career advancement
In addition to health benefits, Swire Coca-Cola offers opportunities to give back to communities and causes you care about. Note: Enrollment in a Swire Medical Plan is required for some benefits.
What does a Manager - Leaves Administration do at Swire Coca-Cola?
Leads and manages our leave of absence and reasonable accommodation programs and team. Oversees the coordination and administration of federal, state, and company leave and accommodation policies, including FMLA, ADA, STD, LTD, and state-specific leave and accommodation laws in complex jurisdictions such as Colorado, Washington and Oregon. Ensures compliance, provides expert guidance, and delivers a seamless employee experience throughout the leave and accommodation lifecycle.
Job Details: Pay - $93,428 to $122,624/yr
Responsibilities
- Lead the coordination and administration and compliance of all leave programs including FMLA, STD, LTD and company policy related leaves, and state-specific leaves.
- Lead the coordination and administration and compliance of all accommodation programs including ADA, religion, pregnancy, and other similar state and federal-specific leaves.
- Serve as the subject matter expert on federal and state leave laws, staying current with legislative changes and ensuring policy alignment.
- Manage end-to-end leave processes, including coordination with third party administrator, intake, eligibility determination, documentation, tracking, and return-to-work coordination.
- Identify process improvements and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and employee satisfaction.
- Partner with HR Business Partners, Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Legal, Payroll, and Benefits teams to ensure consistent and compliant leave practices.
- Provide coaching and support to managers and employees regarding leave options, accommodations, and related policies.
- Oversee vendor relationships for outsourced leave administration ensuring service level agreements are met.
- Develop and deliver training and resources for HR and management on leave policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate records and reporting for audits, metrics, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree (Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field) or equivalent experience required
- 4+ years of experience managing leave programs in complex states (e.g., WA, OR, CO) required
- 6+ years leave administration experience, with deep knowledge of FMLA, ADA, STD, LTD required
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or PHR/SPHR certification required
- Driven to turn complex programs and processes into smooth, compliant employee experiences required
- Strong understanding of accommodation processes under the ADA and interactive dialogue requirements
- Strong understanding of compliance requirements and risk mitigation strategies
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
- Experience with HRIS and leave management systems (e.g., Dayforce, Dovetail case management, Telus Health) required
- Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (including Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) required
- Familiarity with accommodation processes under the ADA and interactive dialogue requirements
Compensation and Benefits
Base pay range is $93,428 to $122,624 plus bonus structure (dependent on role). Pay offered will depend on geographic location, prior relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
At Swire Coca-Cola, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time associates. Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy, Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and more. Swire Coca-Cola is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer that participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Swire Coca-Cola does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Job Family: Human Resources
Pay Type: Salary
Denver VAF, 9900 E 40th Ave, Denver, Colorado, United States of America
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