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Lisa M. Hilyard

Overland Park

Summary

Seeking to leverage my skills and knowledge to contribute to team success. I am a dedicated worker with a drive to exceed expectations and the ability to analyze data and provide solutions to complex problems.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Benefits Analyst

Shook, Hardy & Bacon
05.2017 - Current
  • Provided support during the annual renewal process by negotiating competitive rates with vendors based on market analysis results
  • Updates benefit enrollment and changes in the Health & Welfare Service Engine and other vendor systems; audits reports for ensure accuracy; and collaborates with Shook, Hardy & Bacon personnel and vendors as needed to troubleshoot issues.
  • Provides advanced support to Health & Welfare Service Engine.
  • Maintained accurate records about employee benefits accounts; updated system regularly per established procedures
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders such as HR Business Partners and Finance teams to develop strategies that align with organizational objectives
  • Maintained accurate records pertaining to employee benefits accounts; updated system regularly per established procedures
  • Analyzed health care trends, costs and utilization data to identify opportunities for cost savings
  • Conducted extensive research into insurance carriers, plan options, pricing structures, and other related topics
  • Evaluated eligibility criteria for existing programs against changing legal requirements in order to maintain compliance standards
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions for new hires regarding available benefits packages; answered questions related thereto
  • Managed communication efforts associated with open enrollment periods including presentations, one-on-one meetings, webinars
  • Assessed employee benefit plans and recommended changes to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
  • Administered COBRA notices according to applicable laws; monitored participant status throughout duration of coverage period

Senior Human Resources Specialist

City of Wichita
06.2014 - 04.2017
  • Utilized analytical skillset to analyze claims data from multiple sources in order to identify areas of improvement within the organization's benefits program
  • Identified discrepancies between vendor invoices and reports and actual payments made by the organization; prepared corrections when necessary
  • Assisted employees regarding benefits claim issues and plan changes
  • Responded to benefit inquiries from employees on plan provisions, benefits enrollments and status changes
  • Managed employee benefit programs, including health, dental and vision plans, retirement plans and life insurance
  • Generated reports on employee turnover and absenteeism rates
  • Conducted new hire orientations and onboarding programs
  • Researched best practices in human resources management strategies
  • Ensured compliance with labor regulations by monitoring internal processes
  • Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
  • Recruited, interviewed, and selected qualified candidates for various positions
  • Maintained employee records updated to ensure accuracy accuracy and compliance
  • Oversaw preparation of new hire paperwork and managed on-boarding process
  • Administered employee benefits and worked with providers to facilitate accurate and updated information

Education

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Friends University
Wichita, KS
05.2007

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Standard Operating Procedures Proficient
  • Financial Document Review
  • ACA Standards Knowledge
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Benefits Interpretation
  • Data Integrity
  • ADP Workforce Now
  • Benefits Strategies
  • Employee Benefits Laws
  • Open Enrollment
  • New Employee Orientation
  • Human Resource Information System (HRIS)
  • Health Saving Accounts

Certification

Mini-MPA Certificate

Timeline

Benefits Analyst

Shook, Hardy & Bacon
05.2017 - Current

Senior Human Resources Specialist

City of Wichita
06.2014 - 04.2017

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Friends University
Lisa M. Hilyard