Piyasiri Patirane

Manager (HRD and Administration}

New York, New York, United States

+1-718-***-****

ad09f5@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Self-directed, motivated, and results-driven individual with proven success in leadership, communication, and project management. Known for exhibiting a disciplined and analytical approach to identifying and resolving problems and fulfilling responsibilities in a manner that reflects high professional standards. Experience in implementing policies and protocols for large companies as well as government associated departments, ensuring successful execution of tasks allowing for continuous success for companies and administrations. Skilled in identifying, analyzing, and organizing crucial information efficiently and concisely into well-informed reports. Years of experience and exposure to managerial tasks, with tremendous awareness of the needs of senior management. Dynamic and accomplished leader. Confident and proactive-excels in a fast-paced environment requiring initiative, sound judgment, and a positive attitude. Intelligent and articulate with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven talent for adopting skills to diverse professional environments and responsibility. Hand on experience in teaching and classroom management and development EDUCATION

-Current

Bachelor of Arts

Sri Jayawardhanepura University of Sri Lanka

United States

Bachelor of Arts: Liberal Arts and General Studies, Sri Jayawardhanepura University of Sri Lanka - Nugegoda, Sri Lanka

• Liberal Arts and General Studies

-Current

Master of Arts

Mercy College

Dobbs Ferry, New York, United States

Master of Arts: International Affairs,

B.C.I.S - Colombo, Sri Lanka

Master of Science: Human Resources Management,

Mercy College - Dobbs Ferry, New York

• International Affairs

-Current

Bachelor of Arts

Institute of Personnel Management

Sri Lanka

Bachelor of Arts: Personnel Management,

Institute of Personnel Management - Colombo

• Personnel Management

-Current

Certificate

Gateway Community College

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Progressing an under graduate degree in elementary teaching at the Gateway Community College, Chicago, IL

(completed 22 teaching credits at this movement)

Perusing New York State Level 111 Teaching Certificate SKILLS

Change Management Client Relations Employee Engagement Organizational Development Performance Management Talent Management Human Resource Management Human Resources Management Personnel Management Benefits Benefits Administration Workforce Planning Compensation Program Management Compensation Program ORG Development Strategic Sourcing Human Resources Payroll Business Management Managerial Policy Development Project Management Budgeting Compensation Articulate Confident Self Motivated Self-Directed Instructor Teaching Liaison Public Relations Staffing Expense Control Inventory Management Scheduling Data Warehousing Security Administration Joint Ventures Strategic Planning Adjustments Recruiting Event Planning Employment Law Customer Service Oriented Customer Service AP/AR Process Improvement OSHA Restructuring Training Programs Business Development Mental Health Regulatory Compliance Retail Sales

CERTIFICATIONS

Perusing New York State Level 111 Teaching Certificate Computer Application Certificate

Teaching Certificate

LANGUAGES

English - Advanced

WORK EXPERIENCE

April 2005-Current

Lead Educational Associate

NYS Department of Education

Queens, New York, United States

To promote the aims and objectives of the school and maintain the philosophy of education, to deliver pre-teaching sessions. to help special education teachers perform classroom activities, and effectively assist as a teaching assistant January 2001-Current

Line Manager

The Home Depot

College Point, New York, United States

Managed front-end activities by proactively supervising Customer Service, Returns Desk, Front Line Registers, Commercial Registers, Lawn and Garden Registers, Vestibules, and parking areas. Provided direction and support to all associates and ensured consistently high levels of customer service. Assisted in security measures and responded to all customer and employee-generated EAS alarm activations per the training. Greeted and acknowledged customers in a friendly, professional manner and provided quick, responsive service to maximize the customer's shopping experience. Coached and mentored cashiers and responded to customer/employee inquiries. Processed merchandise information through the store computer system and completed all required paperwork according to policy. Effectively managed and evaluated employees.

• Conducted Front End management activities effectively and efficiently March 1995-Current

Manager (HRD and Administration}

National Insurance Corporation Ltd

Batapola Central, Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Manager of Human Resource Development and Administration Responsible for managing 1,000 employees. In charge of all activities of Human Resources and Administrative Services and established policies and programs for the company. Created guidelines for recruiting and hiring; developed training programs; and handled promotions, transfers, salary adjustments, and employee leaves. Effectively managed a $100,000 monthly payroll. Maintained transport services, buildings, and welfare facilities. Generated detailed reports for the Chairman and Board of Directors, ensured compliance to all office systems and procedures, and completed all other duties assigned by the Chairman of the Board as required. Directed benefits administration, job description writing, compensation planning, performance evaluations, employee advancement assessments, and conflict resolution. Elected by of the Board of Directors to serve as the liaison to Sri Lanka Chamber of Commerce and assigned to act the vacant position of the General Manager (Administration)

Accomplishments:

* Expanded branch office network to 20 branches, resulting in a 15% revenue increase.

* Recruited and trained new trainees, resulting in successfully fulfilling the company's fast-growing staffing needs.

* Purchased and facilitated a new, state-of-the-art corporate headquarters building, resulting in a significant business boost by attracting new potential clients.

* Partnered with the Sri Lanka Institute of Development Administration (SLIDA) to create a corporate disciplinary manual, which served as a formal administrative/disciplinary code, resulting in the enforcement of expected work standards and a reduction in conflict resolution administrative costs.

* Introduced a new compensation program to maintain goodwill among the employees and the trade unions and establish a stance in the labor market, resulting in an increase in employee motivation and the retention of a talented workforce. August 1995-August 1995

Regional Manager

Coconut Cultivation Board

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

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