Senior HR Leader with 20+ Years of Generalist Experience

Martha S. Meyer, BBS, PHR, SHRM-SCP

319-***-**** *********@*****.***

Human Resources Professional

Expertise in Benefits Payroll Training High-Growth Organizations

Positioning HR as a Strategic Business Partner for Excellence

Strategic and innovative HR professional with a proven ability to align business vision with HR initiatives that enhance performance, profitability, and employee engagement. A dynamic leader who fosters positive workplace cultures, ensuring that human capital remains every organization’s greatest asset. Adept at navigating employment laws, developing performance management strategies, optimizing salary structures, and managing comprehensive benefits programs. Skilled at mitigating risks, protecting company interests, and fostering employee retention and growth.

Core Competencies

HR Best Practices

Employee Relations & Diversity

Talent Acquisition

Organizational Development

Employee Performance Improvement

Compensation & Benefits Management

Compliance & Labor Law Expertise

Professional Experience

Steindler Orthopedic Clinic Iowa City, IA

Director of Human Resources 2023 – Present

Lead payroll report writing, analytics, and budgeting for HR initiatives.

Address employee relations matters, resolve conflicts, and implement performance improvement plans.

Cultivate an inclusive and supportive work environment.

Ensure compliance with company policies, labor laws, and industry regulations.

Oversee recruiting, staffing, and onboarding processes.

Manage benefits administration, including FMLA, ADA, COBRA, and workers’ compensation.

Develop corporate and benefits policies prioritizing employee well-being.

Administer payroll and optimize workforce planning.

Maintain and update the HRIS system.

Design and implement training and development programs.

West Music Coralville, IA

HR Manager 2001 – 2023

Directed benefit program analysis, enrollment, and compliance, ensuring ACA and ERISA adherence.

Processed payroll, including commissions, bonuses, taxes, and compliance reporting.

Oversaw workers’ compensation, COBRA, and FMLA administration.

Managed HRIS system and streamlined recruitment, hiring, and onboarding operations.

Fostered employee engagement through morale-building initiatives and training programs.

Developed company policies and advised managers on legal compliance and best practices.

Led and mentored HR interns, fostering professional growth in the field.

Assisted in compensation studies and organizational design as part of strategic corporate planning.

Prepared annual wage and benefits reports to support budgeting processes.

Trained employees in Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint applications.

Executive Administrative Assistant 2001 – 2005

Provided strategic administrative support to the company president.

Managed corporate reports, charts, and inventory models.

Supervised full-time and part-time reception staff.

Education & Certifications

Bachelors in business administration, University of Iowa – May 1990

Professional in Human Resources (PHR)

SHRM-Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)

Professional Affiliations

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) – Member

Southeast Iowa SHRM Group – Member

oOffices Held: President, Vice President

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