About this role
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.
Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.
Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.
At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
Job Summary
Analyzes and leads projects involving the design, implementation, administration, and communication of leave and disability programs. Ensures programs align with organizational objectives, meet legal requirements, remain competitive and cost-effective, and deliver effective service through third-party administrators. Resolves participant and provider issues as needed.
Essential Functions
- Identify and implement improvements to leave and disability program delivery and administration that increase accuracy, service quality, operational efficiency, and with a focus on employee experience.
- Analyze leave administration processes and implement improvements that reduce errors, strengthen controls, and promote timely, consistent case management.
- Collect, validate, and analyze program data to support informed decisions for leave and disability program design, pricing and administration.
- Interpret resolutions using leave and disability program documents, research complex issues, and recommend consistent, compliant resolutions for employees, Human Resources, and external partners.
- Develop clear, accurate employee communications regarding leave and disability programs and program changes to improve understanding, support informed decisions, and reduce avoidable questions.
- Collaborate with management, HR business partners, legal, vendors, and employees to investigate leave and disability related issues including alignment of stakeholders to provide timely, well-supported, responses.
- Lead ongoing compliance oversight for leave and disability programs by monitoring and interpreting legal and regulatory developments, affecting leave and disability programs—including the FMLA, ADA, short-term disability plans, sick leave requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and state paid medical and family leave programs, such as Minnesota’s program
Essential Functions cont'd
- Assess program, operational, financial, system, and employee impacts; advise leadership and cross-functional partners on compliance risks and recommended actions; and drive—and coordinate timely implementation of required policy.
- Establish controls, document decisions, monitor implementation effectiveness, and escalate material compliance risks to Legal and leadership. Support timely, consistent compliance.
- Monitor third-party administrator performance, service levels, escalations, and corrective actions to ensure service standards are met, participant issues are resolved promptly.
- Conduct employee meetings and educational sessions to explain leave and disability programs, answer questions, and improve understanding of available resources and responsibilities.
- Lead ad hoc projects that address emerging business needs, strengthen administration and compliance, and advance leave and disability program objectives.
Education Description
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience
- Minimum of five years of experience in leave, disability, benefits, or related HR program administration, including at least three years of direct experience administering leave and disability programs.
- Competent with MS Office applications.
- High attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- Knowledge of HRIS (SAP preferred).
- Ability to communicate findings and recommendations effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Ability to protect confidential information.
- Minimal travel may be required
We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.
What we bring to you
- Competitive pay
- Paid training
- Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
- Transit subsidies
- Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
- Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
- Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Start Date: 10/08/2026
Posting End Date: 10/19/2026
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
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