Dorota (Dolly) Bulvan, SHRM-CP
Chicago,IL
Summary
Bringing extensive HR expertise as a seasoned Senior Benefits Analyst, specialized in benefits and leave management, HR operations, compliance, and project management. Demonstrated track record includes cultivating robust stakeholder relationships, steering large-scale initiatives to success, and navigating challenges with agility. Successful history of managing multiple projects concurrently and driving process enhancements. Notable strengths encompass meticulous attention to detail, robust analytical and interpersonal skills, consultative approach, and effective problem-solving abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Benefits Analyst
FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF CHICAGO
2020.07 - Current
- Analyzes benefits utilization patterns for cost savings and enhancements
- Researches external market trends to align with industry peers and offer attractive rewards
- Develops, implements, and maintains inclusive benefits practices and policies
- Shapes benefits strategy to align with HR priorities
- Manages vendor partnerships, including contract negotiation
- Promotes benefit programs through effective communication
- Consults with senior leaders, building strong relationships
- Handles escalated concerns, collaborating with Employee Relations and Legal
- Drives process improvements for enhanced employee experience
- Supported Benefits Team during system transition
Benefits Analyst
FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF CHICAGO
2019.03 - 2020.07
- Managed COVID-19 response and enhanced employee benefits
- Trained new team members in policies and efficient task management
- Cultivated vendor relationships for quality service
- Analyzed benefits data to identify trends and strategize
- Resolved benefit-related issues promptly
- Contributed to benefits program design and implementation
- Enhanced benefits plans through market research
- Promoted wellness initiatives and cost-effective healthcare
- Developed top workplace benefits strategy
- Handled benefit audits for risk mitigation and compliance
- Saved company resources through diligent auditing of benefit invoices, ensuring accurate billing and timely payments.
Human Resources Business Analyst
FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF CHICAGO
2016.05 - 2019.02
- Managed over 100 leave cases annually following FMLA and ADA regulations
- Educated new hires on benefits during weekly orientations
- Developed orientation materials for comprehensive benefit understanding
- Independently addressed HR inquiries from staff, leadership, and vendors
- Implemented new paid parental leave program
- Guided employees through benefit changes during life events
- Ensured audit compliance and addressed budget inquiries
- Built positive interpersonal relationships
- Successfully planned annual benefits fairs
Human Resources Representative
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
2015.10 - 2016.05
- Timely and accurately processed bi-weekly personnel action requests aligned with payroll cycles
- Interpreted compensation rules to calculate pay changes
- Maintained electronic personnel records and conducted data entry troubleshooting and audits
- Ensured accuracy of deductions, accruals, and employment dates for rehires
- Calculated and communicated time-off accruals to employees and managers
- Regularly ran queries to audit data for integrity standards
- Served as single point of contact for Northwestern Human Resources customer service with positive attitude
- Communicated HR policies and procedures to all levels of Management
- Provided ongoing case status updates to customers and routed cases to HR experts or vendors for resolution
Education
Master of Arts - Industrial And Organizational Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, IL2015
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL2013
Skills
- Benefits & Leave Administration
- Project Management
- Research & Data Analysis
- Workday, PeopleSoft, & Microsoft
- Compliance and Risk Mitigation
- Workers Compensation
- Customer Service
- Strong Leadership Skills
- Contract Negotiations
- Vendor Management
Certification
- Society for Human Resource Management-Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), 2023
- HR Analytics Certification, e-Cornell University, 2023
Accomplishments
- Agility Award, August 2020
- Agility Award, September 2020
- Teamwork & Collaboration Award, 2021
- Teamwork & Collaboration Award, 2023
Languages
Polish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Benefits Analyst
FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF CHICAGO
2020.07 - Current
Benefits Analyst
FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF CHICAGO
2019.03 - 2020.07
Human Resources Business Analyst
FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF CHICAGO
2016.05 - 2019.02
Human Resources Representative
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
2015.10 - 2016.05
Master of Arts - Industrial And Organizational Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Illinois At Chicago
- Society for Human Resource Management-Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), 2023
- HR Analytics Certification, e-Cornell University, 2023
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