Provide comprehensive consultation and guidance to employees, supervisors, administrators, and leadership regarding employee benefits and leave programs, including eligibility, enrollment, plan provisions, qualifying events, life events, leave entitlements, Workers' Compensation, Family and Medical Leave, Disability Income Plan of NC, Faculty Serious Illness Leave, Voluntary Shared Leave, and other applicable programs. Appalachian State Human Resources advances the university's mission by attracting, developing, and retaining talent; empowering employees to reach their full potential; fostering safe, healthy, and respectful workplaces; and providing human-centered services and professional consultation that help employees thrive.