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MENGERSEN
1227 NW 3rd Avenue a Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 a (95
4) 593-6654 a ssmeng@comcast.net
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Re: ______________(position title)
Dear Recruitment Professional:
In the interest of exploring employment opportunities, your organization has cau
ght my attention as one that will provide me with the challenge, diversity, and
growth I am seeking. I am attaching my rsum describing my qualifications and cre
dentials for your review and consideration.
As my rsum indicates, I have a strong background in Management as a Department C
hairperson for Cardinal Gibbons High School. After retiring from teaching, my go
al is to secure a challenging position where I can apply my depth of experience
and make a significant contribution to an organization. I have a strong sense of
direction with strengths encompassing:
I consistently look for ways to streamline processes and become more efficient a
nd am confident that I will deliver similar results to your company. Aware of th
e quality of your organization, I would like to speak with you about potential o
pportunities. Please contact me to arrange an interview. Thank you in advance fo
r your time and attention. I look forward to our conversation.
Respectfully,
Steven H. Mengersen
Steven H. Mengersen
Attachment: Rsum
STEVEN H. MENGERSEN
1227 NW 3rd Avenue a Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 a (95
4) 593-6654 a ssmeng@comcast.net
Business Management Professional
OVERVIEW
Highly successful, dynamic Business and Management Professional with broad exper
ience and leadership in areas including Operations Management, Client Services,
Sales/Marketing, Public/Community Relations, Program Development & Management, a
nd Administration. Able to quickly and easily establish rapport with customers/c
lients from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Committed to excellence with a st
rong foundation of ethics and high degree of integrity. Areas of strength encomp
ass:
General Management/Administration Sales/New Business Development
Strategic Planning
Financial Results/Accountability Process Improvement Principles
Total Quality Client Service
Staff Training/Development and Team Building Program Development/Management
Resource Management
Operations Management Human Resource Functions Budgets/Cost
Control
Creative, innovative thinker and resourceful troubleshooter with an entrepreneur
ial spirit and drive. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills capable
of developing and initiating out-of-the-box solutions to complex problems. Cons
istent record as a top performer and overachiever, meeting and exceeding perform
ance goals and objectives.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Cardinal Gibbons High School - Fort Lauderdale, FL
1994 - 07/2010
A four year private archdiocesan school with 1,200 students recognized in both B
roward County and nationally for its academic excellence. One of 271 recipient i
nstitutions of the U.S. Department of Educationas Excellence in Education Award.
Recognized as one of the aTop 50 Catholic High Schools in Americaa. Record refl
ecting 99% of its graduates attending universities around the country. Among the
most elite educational institutions in the state of Florida, employing multiple
Silver Knight Award-winning teachers and students.
(R) Department Chairperson
Administered and directed all aspects of departmental administration for the sch
oolas instrumental and vocal ensembles which averaged over 30 performances per y
ear. Oversaw all teaching staff and responsible for the assurance of quality ins
truction within the department. Duties included departmental scheduling, student
placement, conducting departmental meetings, informal classroom observations, a
ssisting with developing and planning curriculum, hiring and placement of teache
rs, community outreach, inventory and an annual budget of $60k. Served as a liai
son between administration and department.
a Chairperson and Faculty Advisor to the parent-driven Music Booster Association
. Generated over $20,000 per year through fundraising efforts. Also served as Ba
nd and Choral Director.
a Facilitated workshops, courses, and study groups for teachers, supervisors, pa
rents, and other members of the instructional and guidance staffs. Provided educ
ational and professional resources to develop staff to meet their full potential
.
a Expanded programs within the school from three to seven.
a Consistently maintained one of the highest retention of students in band progr
ams in the county.
a Received several awards for Music Performance Assessments.
a Performed nationally and internationally in Atlanta, Chicago, New Orleans, New
York, Nassau, and Savannah, as well as multiple national Music Assessments held
around the country.
a Established outreach with local parishes and communities through annual perfor
mances at special events and occasions.
a Gold Medal Winner, College of Staten Island Music Festival and Festival at Sea
Music Assessment Festival.
EDUCATION
Master of Music Education Degree, Vandercook College of Music, Chicago, IL
Bachelor of Music Education Degree, University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg,
MO
HOBBIES
Professional Saxophonist and Clarinet performer