Human Resource Resources
Resume:
RE: Employee Relations - Human Resource Director
Recruitment Consultant:
With extensive management experience in all phases of Human Resources, I'm
currently considering relocation to central Iowa and will be seeking new
career opportunities. I would like to learn more about the Employee
Relations - Director Human Resource role. Based on the posted description,
I believe my experience and skill set would be a good match for this
opportunity.
Like most candidates that have spent their career in Human Resources, I
bring a strong foundation in HR fundamentals and an in-depth understanding
of the functions. I would describe my personal style and skill set as hands-
on, collaborative, mentoring, and employee focused.
I have experience in the type of problem solving, innovation, change and
project management that brings ROI to the organization. As a Human Resource
professional that understands organizational dynamics, I have the ability
to translate my experience into success for my organization. During my
career I've lead successful growth and change in every aspect of Human
Resources including innovative recruitment and retention solutions, cost
effective benefits solutions, wellness initiatives with demonstrated ROI,
implementation of new pension strategies, market based compensation
programs, design of criteria based evaluation systems, and proactive policy
development. More importantly, my experience includes an extensive
background in successful employee relations. I believe my strength is in my
ability to communicate effectively with all levels of an organization,
building consensus and acting as an agent for change.
This brief letter and attached resume can not effectively communicate the
breadth and depth of experience I can bring to a role. If you are seeking
proven HR leadership that can improve employee engagement and increase both
the bottom line and productivity, I have the skill set you are looking for.
After review, I would like an opportunity to talk with you. Please contact
me at the phone number on my resume or at my e-mail address. I ask that my
application be kept in strict confidence.
Thank you. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Steven M. Klehn, SPHR
Steven M. Klehn, SPHR
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5522 Baraboo Ct. * Davenport, Ia. 52804
PH: 1-563-
388-0078 * EM: abmxpb@r.postjobfree.com
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Executive Summary
Human Resources professional with 30 years of comprehensive experience in
all phases of Human Resources including Compensation, Benefits, Labor
Relations, Recruitment, change management, and strategic planning.
Demonstrated experience in cost containment strategies resulting in
significant savings. Proven skills in conflict resolution and proactive
employee communication initiatives.
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Professional Experience
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Genesis Health System, Davenport, Iowa
1977 to Present
Compensation and Benefits: Responsibilities for the Compensation and
Benefits strategies, budgeting and successful implementation of Benefits
and Compensation programs for a fully integrated 5,000 employee health
system comprised of three hospitals; a large VNA, Private Duty, Pharmacy
and DME division, and large Physician Practice division.
. Fully integrated acquisition of two separate regional VNA's into
corporate structure.
. Facilitated the merger of three Physician practice groups into single
fully integrated division. Also facilitated transition of numerous
smaller acquisitions into the division.
. Successfully implemented system wide benefits program, transitioning
numerous individual company programs into a single comprehensive
benefits strategy. New program improved overall benefits performance
and decreased administrative costs.
. Successfully implemented a market based compensation program,
consolidating numerous individual programs into a single comprehensive
structure that recognizes divisional differences while integrating
divisions into a streamlined program that meets system wide
organizational goals including transition to competence based job
descriptions that meet JCAHO requirements.
. Successfully implemented new system wide Defined Contribution pension
plan replacing three previous affiliate plans.
. Proactively manage health and welfare benefits to provide optimum
benefit coverage for staff while minimizing organizational costs.
. Successfully implemented a Wellness initiative with demonstrated ROI.
Human Resource Manager, Mercy Hospital: (predecessor organization) 1977
to 1994
Responsible for Recruitment, Compensation, Benefits, Employee Relations,
budget and policy development for a 1,700 employee health system that
included a 265 bed hospital, large home care division, DME and retail
pharmacy.
. Special emphasis on Employee Relations and manager training in Human
Resource issues.
. Brought to successful conclusion numerous discrimination complaints
against employer (never lost).
. Proactive recruitment of difficult, hard to find positions including
Pharmacists. Physical Therapists, etc.
McLaughlin Body Company, Moline, Illinois
1974 to 1977
Assistant Human Resource Manager for a 1,000+ employee farm implement
manufacturer with UAW representation.
. Responsibilities included contract administration,
discliplin/greavences, EEO/AAP reporting.
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Education and Professional Affiliations
BA degree, Business and Economics, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa
MBA (Not yet completed), St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa
SPHR (Senior Human Resource Professional, Society for Human Resource
Management.
Iowa Society for Healthcare Human Resource Management (President, 1996-
1997)
American Society for Healthcare Human Resource Management
Society for Human resource Management
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References available upon request.
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