Saba Qadri

Cell: 832-***-****

Email: adsm68@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Extensive background in HR generalist affairs, including experience in employee recruitment and retention, staff development, mediation, conflict resolution, benefits and compensation, HR records management, HR policies development and legal compliance.

Demonstrated success negotiating win-win compromises, developing teambuilding programs, and writing personnel manuals, corporate policies, job descriptions and management reports.

HR Skills

HR Department Startup

Employment Law

FMLA/ADA/EEO/WC

Mediation & Advocacy

HR Policies & Procedures

Staff Recruitment & Retention

Employee Relations

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Benefits Administration

HR Program/Project Management

Orientation & Onboarding

HRIS Technologies

Training & Development

Performance Management

Organizational Development

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s Degree in Human Resources 2008 – 2010.

International Institute of Planning and Management, India

Bachelors in Commerce, Marketing and Economics 2005 – 2008.

St. Ann’s Degree College, India

CAREER HISTORY

Project Administrator March 2022 – ongoing

Medina Academy, Bellevue, WA

Strategically managed complex calendar, schedule meetings, and appointments and proactively identifying and adjusting conflicting events.

Assisted with OSHA guidelines, implementation and log. Right from Disease prevention, plan for bloodborne Pathogens, Hepatitis Vaccination, reporting work related accidents, hazard communication, personal protective equipment, preparation & storage, disposal and record keeping

Successfully led Federal funded Grant projects amounting to $1,000,000 ensuring they stay within their scope and drove it to its conclusion by submitting it before their stringent deadlines.

Produced reports, presentations, flyers, spreadsheets, graphs, charts, diagrams and illustrations.

Reviewed proposals and budget sheets for over 30 contractors.

Designed the surveys, tracked responses and generated data reports from typeform and created future business prospects.

Collaborated with different organization for create a funding proposal to support institutional educational, training, infrastructure, and research efforts.

Generated appropriate budgets and financial reports prior to developing the grant proposal and objectives.

Maintained technology tracking system for submitted proposals and fostered relationships with benefactors.

Held project meetings and incorporated the goal development and implementation.

Delivered expert clerical support by efficiently handling wide range of routine and special requirements.

Human Resources Assistance 2019 – 2021

Supreme Associates, Remote.

Instituted improved new employee training procedures, reducing onboarding process from 4 weeks to 2 weeks.

Reworked new-hire orientation program to include HR information and company resources.

Assisted with COBRA paperwork and helping the employees choose to continue group health benefits provided by their group health plan before leaving the company.

Maintained 200+ staff directory and company policy handbook for HR department.

Coordinated, scheduled and arranged meeting and travel calendars, including business and social events.

Supported efficient meetings for an office of 100+ staff members by booking conferences room when needed.

Kept business, customer and financial records current and accurate to stay on top of changing information and avoid loss data.

Supported the daily operations of HR team

Used HR databases to review, input and kept track of employee information

Answered all employee questions about HR regulations and benefits

Administrative Supervisor, 2013 - 2014

Happy Nest children play area, Redmond, WA

Managed and audited billing accounts including promoting business by advertising.

Established and enforced rules for conduct, and procedures for maintaining a positive environment at the business.

Overhauled record-keeping system from manual to computer-based, creating a user-friendly and systematic information management system and reducing data-retrieval time.

Adapted to diverse work styles and consistently provided friendly, personable service.

Prepared variety of educational focused materials including posters, charts, game boards/cards, and other related materials.

Organized and planned events at the business for its customer families which focused on Encouragement & development in the areas of building self-confidence, problem solving, and taking responsibility for their actions.

Worked to ensure quality service and addressed and resolved all customer issues.

Project Administrator, March 2014 – June 2014

Pet Partners, Bellevue, WA

Provided complete administrative assistance for an ongoing project ensuring efficient operations at this non-profit organization.

Completed operational requirements by scheduling and assigning administrative projects and expediting work results.

Scheduled routine meetings and recorded decisions.

Acted as the point of contact for the project participation.

Created and updated workflows by measuring and reporting the project performance/progress to the executive managers.

Coordinating quality controls for ensuring the existing issues are resolved.

Tracking expenses and predicting future costs by conducting future analyses.

Exhibited polite and professional communications via phone, email and mail.

Responded and resolved administrative enquiries and provided information by answering questions and requests.

Created and implemented projects using Microsoft productivity tools.

Human Resource Generalist – 2010 - 2012

Deloitte, Hyderabad, India

HR Management: Supported processing and maintenance of payroll records in accordance with policies and procedures, informed Human Resources management of issues related to employee relations within the division or property as well as responded appropriately to the concerns of other employees.

Administration: Administered various human resources plans and procedures for all the department personnel, assisted in development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures, prepared, and maintains employee handbook and policies manual.

Recruitment and Hiring: Assessed recruitment trends, proactively recruited candidates through direct recruitment, internet mining and other creative methods, performed screening, interviewing, applicant assessment and presenting the employees to hiring managers to finalize the hiring decisions. Identified new cost-effective resources for recruitment and tracked effectiveness of advertising resources.

Training and Development: Arranged and conducted very interactive presentations, training programs and new hire orientation for the department.

Fostered a teamwork environment conducive to positive dialogue across the organization. Personal efforts were cited as the driving force behind branch’s employee-retention rate of 89% within an industry where high turnover is the norm.

Performed peer level quality check as and when required and received excellent feedback.

Performed extensive research and designed best practices for various processes and awarded with “Hall of Fame”.

Actively handled various cross teaming projects.

Human resources Assistant - 2008 – 2010

JRS Group, Hyderabad, India

Served as a trusted advisor to internal and external stakeholders providing strategic information and interpretation of company policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with company goals, objectives, and compliance with the law.

Collaborated on the creation and execution of the organization’s strategic goals and initiatives. Developed and controlled departmental budgets.

Drove the complete talent acquisition process including setting guidelines for hiring, assisting with job descriptions, sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and onboarding new employees.

Coordinated/conducted regular employee training.

Provided coaching, development, and training to enhance management capability and accountability. Functioned as a trusted adviser to managers in coaching them on successful employee development, problem/conflict resolution and performance management.

Managed annual performance review process including conducting leadership meetings, assisting with difficult messaging and legal issues, and participating in reviews as requested by managers. Partnered with management to help establish professional development goals and succession planning for employees.

Administered the company’s health & safety programs, ensuring the reporting and record retention of employee and guest incidents to all necessary stakeholders and administering drug/alcohol testing for all safety sensitive positions. Assisted safety officer in developing policies and procedures around reducing workplace injury, illness and preventing workplace violence

Served as an advocate for employees by listening and becoming aware of employee needs and concerns, sharing this information with managers and offering options in addressing employee needs and concerns. Effectively manage and resolve employee relations issues; conduct thorough and objective investigations

Ensured compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations regarding employment and reporting.

Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition/events, holiday parties, and celebrations.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE.

PTO Board Member, Medina Academy 2019-Present.

Successfully led the project for creating PTO Bylaws of Medina Academy.

Organized and volunteered in various bilingual enriching programs like- Heritage Day, Health Day, Medina got talent, Teacher’s appreciation week, Eid celebration.

Volunteered in Medina Academy fundraisers with creative ideas.

Organized several PTO events at elementary level.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Application Tracking System

Human resource Information Technology

Employee Tracking System

Human Resources Assistance

Employees on boarding & off boarding

Recruiting

Administrative Support & Scheduling

Project Management skills & Budgeting

Microsoft Productivity Tools – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams

Logistics & meetings.

Organizing events

SOFT SKILLS

Verbal and written communication skills.

Interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

Organizational skills and attention to detail.

Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.

Relationship-building skills

References available upon request.

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