Steve M. Kahl

*** ******** **. ** ***** Rapids, Iowa 52405 Cell 319-***-****

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SUMMARY

A high performing human resource manager with proven skills in benefits, compensation, recruiting, planning, organizational and people development, and process management. Results oriented with the ability to fit into an organization and make an immediate contribution.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2007 – Present Clipper WindPower, Cedar Rapids, IA

Planner / Expeditor/ HR

Responsible for the coordination of material flow between stock room and assembly operations ensuring accuracy of inventory levels, material allocations and serial documentation.

• Assist in verification and reconciliation of stores and WIP inventory

• Verify status of assembly work orders, identify and prioritize shortages and assist in resolution.

• Generate and maintain status of stores pick lists

• Assist in coordination of site shipment schedule

2003 – 2007 Coldwell Banker Hedges, Cedar Rapids, IA

Professional Real Estate Agent

• Provide information and coaching to sellers on how to market their property to sell by doing a market analysis and evaluation of what needs to be corrected.

• Consulting with buyers on what type of property they are looking for and what they need.

• Conduct classes on how to buy income property

• Work with clients on how to find the best mortgage for them.

2000 - 2002 AEGON USA Life Investors, Cedar Rapids, IA

Human Resources Manager / Recruiting Manager, Cedar Rapids Campus

Perform all staffing and employment functions for a 2,800-employee organization. Responsibilities included recruiting, interviewing, orientation, and employee documentation. Partnered with all levels of the organization, providing direction regarding appropriate staffing strategies, temporary employees, bonus and incentive plans, and hiring and selection process.

• Staffing of operations requiring large hiring volumes in short time frames. Managed career fairs, employee referral programs, and media advertising campaigns. Trained employees to effectively recruit and support staffing efforts. Recognized for organization of campus wide career expo, which produced 900 applicants.

• Managed employee relations issues, and worked with management to implement performance management programs.

• Trained managers in behavioral interviewing techniques.

• Managed 3 temporary employment agency contracts, and conducted new employee orientation.

1997 - 2000 Billiard Congress of America, Coralville, IA

Deputy Executive Director, Human Resources

• Developed Human Resources policies, procedures and benefits for all corporate employees, including 401(k) plan, employee handbook, and medical and dental insurance programs.

• Recruitment and training of tournament employees for nationwide BCA events.

• Developed strategic plans and solicited corporate sponsors for BCA International Trade Expo; efforts resulted in a $250,000 revenue increase and total revenue of $2M for fiscal year 1999.

1995 - 1997 APAC TeleServices, Cedar Rapids, IA

Human Resources Operational Efficiency Manager

• Responsible for staffing and initial operation of Newport News, Virginia, Marion, Illinois, and seven Ohio centers.

• Directed performance of the company’s Team Supervisors and Center Managers.

• Conducted company-wide operational and facility audits and development of best practices.

• Increased sales and productivity through the coaching and development of 20 Center Managers.

OTHER PROFESSIONAL AND MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE

Teacher (1993-1994)

CEDAR RAPIDS SCHOOL DISTRICT, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Assistant General Manager, Player Personnel Director /Coach (1989-1993)

CEDAR RAPIDS SHARPSHOOTER/SILVER BULLETS, RIVER RAIDERS Professional Basketball Teams in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

High School Director of Athletics and Teacher / Coach (1987-1988)

TRI-COUNTY OF THORNBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT, Thornburg, Iowa

EDUCATION AND MANAGEMENT TRAINING

MS Education Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas

BS Education Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas

Management Training Program APAC University, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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