KAYNE G. SMITH
smithkg@suddenlink.net
OBJECTIVE
Hard-working, and dedicated professional seeks position with a progressive firm that
utilizes my management and training skills toward the success of the compan y.
CAREER PROFILE
Distinguished career managing and training individuals in my chosen career field(s).
Expert in team building, leadership, organization development, and quality/performance
improvement. Has intermediate-advanced knowledge in computer hardware and
software usage/maintenance. Very proficient with Microsoft Office and can type over
40 WPM. Also experienced in human resources and staffing.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Westaff
Bossier City, LA
Nov 2007 – Mar 2009
I am involved in the hiring process from start to finish. This includes reviewing the
application and resume, interviewing applicants, and even sourcing for new applicants
when needed. I also select applicable assessments and assign them to applicants to gain
an objective perspective of their qualifications. Other methods I use to seek out quality
applicants include attending local job fairs and postings on the Internet. I also interact
with area businesses to obtain more positions to place applicants in.
A few of the highlights of my time with Westaff are as follows:
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Reinvigorated degraded relationship with high profile client.
Took over new role as Client Services Representative for private clients.
Private side has seen more growth in past four months than in over two years.
As recent US Air Force retiree, a number of new candidates come in specifically to see
me.
Made a number of office improvement, including setting up network filing system and a
dedicated training computer.
United States Air Force
Multiple Locations
Aug 1981 – Sep 2007
My last position with the US Air Force was as Operations Superintendent for a regional
weather center located at Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana. There I was
responsible for overall operations for a unit that forecasted the weather in a 10-state
region known as Tornado Alley. I interviewed new folks to determine the best position
to place them in, and I also had to track numerous types of metrics in an effort to
improve forecasting capability. I also developed and taught numerous t raining classes
as an ongoing part of the training for less experienced forecasters.
Prior to the above position, I was Systems Training Manager for the weather career
field. While here, I developed numerous paper, computer, and web -based training
materials for the entire career field. This included a comprehensive 300+ page training
workbook on a brand new weather dissemination system. This workbook is still in use
today, 6-7 years later. I was also my unit’s computer expert. I had to maintain, repai r,
and update all of the computer systems in my unit. The downtime of my systems was
less than 1%. I was also the lead purchasing authority for new computer hardware and
software upgrades.
HONORABLY DISCHARGED UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
A few of the highlights of my time with the United States Air Fo rce are as follows:
Assistant Operations Superintendent
2006 to 2007
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26 Operational Weather Squadron, Barksdale AFB, LA
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Reviewed/analyzed unit climate assessment & briefed leadership; morale improved
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Highly effective leader/manager; both in garrison and while deployed; pivotal to
success
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Indispensable contributions made as unit’s LEADs administrator and IWWC
Manager
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Experienced leader/mentor; accomplished and savvy SNCO who met challenges head
on
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Acting 1 st Sgt for two weeks; worked issues for 50+; office never failed —EOSS
SNCO of the month
Flight NCOIC/Regional Forecast Manager
2003 to 2006
26 th Operational Weather Squadron, Barksdale AFB, LA
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Led to 20% increase in flight’s accuracy rate; increased advance notification by 13%
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Trained flight personnel; team bested squadron average in four of six forecast
categories
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Forecast Manager of the Quarter, 3 rd Qtr 04; verified 540 forecasts; beat accuracy
rate by 30%
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Took over as NCOIC for squadron’s new graphics flight; met all new requirements
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Caring Leader; spent many off-duty hours helping airmen with significant problems
NCOIC, AFW Systems Training/Computer Systems Security Officer
1997 to 2003
AFW Technical Training Branch, Air Force Weather Agency, Offutt AFB, NE
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Produced thorough 300+ page New-Tactical Forecast System (N-TFS) training book
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Taught six N-TFS classes to MAJCOM trainers and Keesler schoolhouse instructors
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Expertly orchestrated short-notice N-TFS classes to 40+ Air National Guard trainers
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Key to production and publication of materials saving AF over $3.2M in training
costs
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Superior performer all-around; contributions led to numerous training initiatives
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Very reliable CSSO; Unit expert on all computer software and hardware is sues
EDUCATION
Community College of the Air Force
American Society of Training Development
3 Classes from Degree
3 Classes from Certification
USAF CLASSES
Aircrew Life Support Equipment Technical Training
Chanute Air Force Base, Illinois
NCO Preparatory Course
Pease Air Force Base, New Hampshire
Weather Observer Technical Training
Chanute Air Force Base, Illinois
Weather Forecaster Technical Training
1981
1984
1986
1987
HONORABLY DISCHARGED UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Chanute Air Force Base, Illinois
NCO Leadership Course
Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho
AF Principles of Instruction Course
Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska
AF Instructional Systems Design Course
Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska
Noncommissioned Officer Academy
McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey
OPUP Manager Course
Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi
1988
1997
2000
2000
2005
Completed numerous American Society of Training Development classes. One class
left for national certification.
OTHER AWARDS AND HONORS
Honor Graduate, Weather Observer Course
Chanute Air Force Base, Illinois
Six-time Forecaster of the Month
Ft. Carson AIN, Colorado and Osan AB, ROK
Forecaster of the Year
Ft. Carson AIN, Colorado
Forecaster Manager of the Quarter
Barksdale AFB, Louisiana
Squadron SNCO of the Month
Ali Base, Iraq
1986
1987 - 1993
1990
2004
Nov 2006
HONORABLY DISCHARGED UNITED STATES AIR FORCE