Samantha Perry M.p.a., Phr

Samantha Perry, M.P.A., PHR, SHRM-CP, is an accomplished Human Resources professional with extensive experience in various HR roles. Currently serving as the Human Resources Officer for the City of Ames, Iowa since February 2017, Samantha specializes in job analysis, full life cycle recruitment, and employee development, among other areas. Previous roles include Human Resources Analyst at the City of Ames and Human Resources Generalist and Specialist at Heartland AEA, where responsibilities included staffing, compliance, and employee relations. Samantha’s educational background includes a Master's in Public Administration and a Bachelor's in Psychology and Biology from Iowa State University, supplemented by an Associate's in Arts from Des Moines Area Community College.