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Carmen Meyer

Pittsboro,IN

Summary

Conscientious and compassionate human resources professional with drive for helping employers recruit, develop and retain qualified candidates. I've led initiatives that aligned HR practices with business goals and facilitated effective employee relations and training programs. Skilled at partnering with management teams to build employee-centric cultures promoting positive morale and optimizing productivity. Motivating and positive with excellent interpersonal, coaching and communication skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resources Manager

Ulta Beauty Inc.
01.2015 - 03.2024
  • Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
  • Facilitated open communication channels between employees and management by conducting regular town hall meetings or roundtable discussions.
  • Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
  • Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
  • Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
  • Distributed employee engagement surveys to identify areas of improvement.
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
  • Managed complex benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims.
  • Ensured timely processing of life event changes, diligently updating employee records as needed.
  • Organized and led benefit orientation and training to promote collaboration.
  • Assisted employees with benefits-related inquiries, ensuring prompt resolutions and increased satisfaction levels.
  • Partnered with third-party vendors to resolve issues related to employee questions or issues.
  • Served as a knowledgeable resource for employee questions about leave laws and company policies, promoting understanding and compliance across the organization.
  • Facilitated smooth integration back into the workplace by providing regular updates on expected return dates for employees on leave.
  • Served as subject matter expert on workers compensation matters within the organization, providing guidance to senior leadership on best practices and emerging trends in the industry.



SR Benefits Specialist

AAR Aircraft Services
02.2006 - 12.2014

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  • Enhanced employee satisfaction by effectively managing and administering benefit programs.
  • Implemented wellness initiatives that contributed to improved employee health and reduced absenteeism.
  • Resolved complex benefits issues, providing prompt assistance and support to employees in need.
  • Managed open enrollment periods, ensuring timely communication and smooth transitions for employees.
  • Streamlined benefits administration processes for increased efficiency and accuracy.
  • Facilitated disability claim management process by coordinating closely with third-party administrators.
  • Increased participation rates in retirement savings programs through targeted communication campaigns.
  • Explained benefits to plan participants in easy to understand terms in order to educate each on available options.
  • Resolved issues and inquiries from plan participants regarding health and welfare benefits and deductions through telephone, email, and in-person interactions.
  • Coordinated and conducted employee orientations to promote understanding of coverage and options.
  • Provided expert-level guidance on workers compensation regulations, ensuring compliance throughout the organization.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors such as legal counsel, private investigators, and rehabilitation specialists involved in the resolution of complex workers compensation cases.
  • Evaluated complex workers compensation claims, ensuring proper investigation and handling.


Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN

Skills

  • HR policies and procedures
  • Employee Relations
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Training and mentoring
  • Onboarding and Orientation
  • Benefits Administration
  • Career Development
  • Conflict Resolution

Certification

  • SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional

Timeline

Human Resources Manager

Ulta Beauty Inc.
01.2015 - 03.2024

SR Benefits Specialist

AAR Aircraft Services
02.2006 - 12.2014

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Indiana Wesleyan University
Carmen Meyer