Kim Carlsen, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Vice President, Executive Search at SEARCH Group Partners, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Sara Dadyar
Kim is a true professional with deep skills in human resources.
Heather Jones (Case)
Kim was wonderful to work with! I learned a lot from Kim during the time we worked together at Schiff Nutrition. Her greatest strength is her confidence and her tenacious nature. She inspires others to hold their ground and do what's right. I admire Kim's integrity.
Sara Dadyar
Kim is a true professional with deep skills in human resources.
Heather Jones (Case)
Kim was wonderful to work with! I learned a lot from Kim during the time we worked together at Schiff Nutrition. Her greatest strength is her confidence and her tenacious nature. She inspires others to hold their ground and do what's right. I admire Kim's integrity.
Sara Dadyar
Kim is a true professional with deep skills in human resources.
Heather Jones (Case)
Kim was wonderful to work with! I learned a lot from Kim during the time we worked together at Schiff Nutrition. Her greatest strength is her confidence and her tenacious nature. She inspires others to hold their ground and do what's right. I admire Kim's integrity.
Sara Dadyar
Kim is a true professional with deep skills in human resources.
Heather Jones (Case)
Kim was wonderful to work with! I learned a lot from Kim during the time we worked together at Schiff Nutrition. Her greatest strength is her confidence and her tenacious nature. She inspires others to hold their ground and do what's right. I admire Kim's integrity.
Credentials
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SHRM-SCP
SHRMDec, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR)
Society of Human Resources Management
Experience
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SEARCH Group Partners, Inc.
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United States
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President, Executive Search
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Jan 2020 - Present
SEARCH Group Partners is a premier boutique recruiting firm that offers professional talent acquisition and consulting services. Based in Utah, we provide both local and nation-wide searches.Our team has a track record of excellence and is dedicated to becoming the most respected staffing and recruiting firm in each of the markets we serve. Our recruitment solutions go way beyond the SEARCH for talent. Our team is comprised of innovative leaders and eager staffing industry experts that are prepared for a job market that is unpredictable and constantly changing. We know what it takes to build long-lasting relationships in the workplace and are committed to understanding our clients and candidates personally. Show less
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Managing Director, Executive Search
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Sep 2015 - Jan 2020
SEARCH Group Partners, Inc., is a premier, boutique recruiting firm with offices in Utah (HQ) & California. We offer professional talent acquisition and consulting services that include: temporary, temporary-to-hire, permanent placement, executive search, human resources consulting, interim management transitions, on-site solutions and talent development. Our team has a track record of excellence and is dedicated to becoming the most respected staffing and recruiting firm in each of the markets we serve. Our recruitment solutions go way beyond the SEARCH for talent. Our team is comprised of innovative leaders and eager staffing industry experts that are prepared for a job market that is unpredictable and constantly changing. We know what it takes to build long-lasting relationships in the workplace and are committed to understanding our clients and candidates personally. http://searchgrouppartners.com/ Show less
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Black Turtle Services
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United States
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Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting
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100 - 200 Employee
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HR Director
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Jul 2014 - Oct 2015
Outsourced Call Center supporting various Government and Commercial entities. Human Resource Leader responsible for Human Resources and Recruiting functions. Member of Senior Leadership Team, reporting to President of the Company. Supervise 3 HR Managers, 2 HR Generalist and up to 4 temporary recruiters. Led recruiting team responsible to hire up to 1,000 employees in a 4 month period. Implemented benefits program to meet requirement of Service Contract Act. Working with Business Development and Senior Leadership teams to identify new business opportunities. Show less
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SEARCH Group Partners, Inc.
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United States
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Associate
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Nov 2012 - Jul 2014
Boutique, premier recruiting firm with offices in Utah and Tennessee Senior Associate: Work with clients to understand their business, competitors, industry, and compelling story, then find the best talent available. Responsible for leading the proactive targeting, creative sourcing, and screening of candidates for specific clients. Interface directly with candidates to manage them through the selection process, maintain feedback, and provide the intelligence to prepare them for success. Handle human resources related issues that come up both internally and externally. Advise clients on employment law, compliance and other HR related issues that come up. Show less
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RB / Schiff Nutrition International
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Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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HR Director
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Jul 2011 - Mar 2012
Leading nutritional supplement company offering over 400 SKUs in vitamins, nutritional supplements and nutrition bars in the United States and throughout the world. Director, HR Compensation & Benefits: Manage administration and generation of payroll & related activities using Ceridian payroll and HR systems. Develop and manage administration of benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, etc.). Lead benefit renewal process and developing cost structure for employee premiums, presenting the plan to Leadership. Manage 401K Plans and all activities such as 401K loans, enrollment meetings, Investment Committee. Oversee recruitment process, pre-employment testing, Affirmative Action Program, and maintain job descriptions. Monitor salary structure to ensure balance between cost control and attracting and retaining talent. Manage workers compensation claims and reporting, OSHA log. Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations in HR matters. Supervise Payroll Specialist, Benefit Specialist, HR Clerk, Receptionist Lead and 3 Receptionists, (total of 7). Show less
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ClearOne
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United States
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Telecommunications
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100 - 200 Employee
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Director, Human Resources
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Dec 2009 - Jul 2011
Publicly-traded Global Technology Company that develops and manufactures audio conferencing solutions. Offices in Salt Lake City, Utah; Austin, Texas; Hong Kong; United Kingdom. Director, Human Resources: Head of Human Resources, managing global HR functions. Provides strategic partnership to executive leadership to improve employee relations while positively impacting the bottom line. Manage and develop HR team to effectively support payroll (using ADP payroll program), recruiting, benefits administration (using ADP Workforce Now) and employee programs. Support international workforce including management of immigration process, Visa procurement and employee contracts. Create and deliver corporate training programs. Develop and execute green initiatives to reduce company’s carbon footprint and increase awareness for environmental and social impact. Manage all HR related compliance programs and reporting to include workers’ compensation, OSHA, EEO-1, VETS100, FMLA, ADA and AAP Show less
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Schneider Electric
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France
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Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources Director
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Oct 2004 - Dec 2008
Manufacturer of surge suppression devices. Locations in Utah, Mexico and Spain. Director of Human Resources: Head of Human Resources, recruited to direct and oversee all HR activities, including staffing, employee relations, compensation, and training. Collaborated with business leaders to drive enterprise strategies and objectives. Partnered with managers to identify staffing needs, then recruited, interviewed, and selected employees to fill vacant positions. Assessed personnel training needs and conducted training sessions as necessary. Directed safety committee to maintain a healthy work environment; also investigated accidents and prepared incident reports for insurance carriers. Represented management in matters regarding employee relations and negotiations Show less
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GE
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United States
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Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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HR Manager
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Dec 2001 - Oct 2004
Provider of driver-training programs for government agencies and private industry, utilizing manufactured vehicle simulators. . Locations in Utah, California, Colorado, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Illinois. Human Resources Manager: Provided HR support to corporate office and 6 satellite locations throughout the United States. Led HR integration strategies and planning processes, compensation programs, and performance-management systems. Member of senior leadership team, contributing to business strategies and budgets. Show less
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Iomega
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Roy, UT
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Senior HR Generalist
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May 2000 - Sep 2001
Global manufacturer of electronic data-storage devices. Senior Human Resources Generalist: Strategic HR Business Partner to Customer Satisfaction, Quality, and Facilities departments within corporate headquarters. Global manufacturer of electronic data-storage devices. Senior Human Resources Generalist: Strategic HR Business Partner to Customer Satisfaction, Quality, and Facilities departments within corporate headquarters.
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Clarke American Checks
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Salt Lake City, UT
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HR Manager
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1998 - May 2000
Directed HR activities for two call centers: one for financial institutions, the other for consumers. Oversaw staffing, employee relations, and performance management. Ensured compliance with federal regulations and safety standards. Directed HR activities for two call centers: one for financial institutions, the other for consumers. Oversaw staffing, employee relations, and performance management. Ensured compliance with federal regulations and safety standards.
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Wasatch Distributing
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Ogden, UT
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HR Manager
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1996 - 1998
Directed all HR aspects to guide company’s growth from 1 distribution site to 4 as it expanded to include non-alcoholic offerings. Directed hiring processes to attract merchandisers and other personnel. Directed all HR aspects to guide company’s growth from 1 distribution site to 4 as it expanded to include non-alcoholic offerings. Directed hiring processes to attract merchandisers and other personnel.
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Futura Transitions
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Wholesale Building Materials
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1 - 100 Employee
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HR
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Jul 1990 - Sep 1995
Started right out of college as HR Assistant. Handled all administrative duties. Progressed to HR Specialist, responsible for recruiting, benefit administration, performance review administration, member of safety team and various other responsibilities to support HR Manager and Leadership. Started right out of college as HR Assistant. Handled all administrative duties. Progressed to HR Specialist, responsible for recruiting, benefit administration, performance review administration, member of safety team and various other responsibilities to support HR Manager and Leadership.
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Education
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University of Phoenix
MBA, Business Administration -
Weber State University
BS, Business Management