A. Tiggy Gashi
Phone: 1-917-***-****
Email: *********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Reliable professional with over 20 years of combined experience in private and government sectors. I worked with diverse teams and I am dedicated to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encouraging feedback and different perspectives.
EDUCATION
M.S., Leadership 2005 - 2007
Mercy College, New York, NY
B.S., Business Administration in Information Technology 1998 - 2001 Monroe College, Bronx, NY
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Leadership Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Problem-Solving Teaching
Recruitment and Hiring Research
Strategic Planning Cross Cultural Awareness
Departmental Supervision Coaching
Customer Service Emotional Intelligence
EXPERIENCE
Inclusion & Gender Equality Expert
Germin, Municipality of Istog, KS May 2024 - Present
• Analyzes the project’s focus area.
• Conducted online research and face-to-face discussions to determine appropriate training.
• Engaged in the office for gender and inclusion in the Municipality of Istog.
• Communicated gaps, provided feedback and guidance, and made recommendations.
• Proposed gender activities to foster learning and development.
Human Resources Generalist
PSD, LaVergne, TN March 21, 2022 – July 31, 2023
• Oversee the daily functions of the HR department, including hiring and interviewing staff, benefits and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.
• Initiated a diversity and inclusion training program.
• Implemented employee recognition programs.
• Performed routine tasks such as benefits, leave, disciplinary matters, disputes, and investigations.
• Handled employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Attended and participated in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Assisted with training and development, including safety training and anti-harassment.
Human Resources Coordinator
Custom Protection Services, New York, NY Jan.2021 - March 2022
• Managed and administered pre-employment assessments to prospective candidates.
• Conducted employee onboarding and completed all pre- employment forms within 72 hours.
• Conducted background checks and verified licenses and certifications.
• Supported management with handling and resolving human resources issues.
• Assisted with employee conflict issues and communicated with management in mitigating conflicts in a timely fashion. Professor of Practice
Argosy University, Nashville, TN 2017 - 2019
• Adapted innovative teaching methods and Improved test scores to students needs.
• Developed relationships and build student’s confidence.
• Created learning and inclusive environment for students. COURSES: Foundation of Leadership, Business & Management, Organizational Culture, Introduction to Criminal Justice, Terrorism, Security & Counterterrorism, Substance Abuse.
Police Operations Assistant III
Metro Police, Nashville, TN Feb. 2016 - Jan. 2021
• Employee in charge as needed. Prioritized, scheduled, and delegated work assignments.
• Evaluated various police reports to ensure their quality and compliance with Bureau of Investigation regulations.
• Conducted inquiries and analyzed NCIC reports required for investigation purposes.
• Determined the appropriate crime codes and categories according to the Bureau of Investigation.
• Responded to non-emergency crime complaints and created incident reports accordingly via tele-serve as needed.
• Ensured the proper routing of incident reports.
• Collected and recorded data, and narratives for investigation purposes and used for court hearings.
Human Resources Business Partner
A&R Medical Supply Corp. Bronx, NY 2009 – 2015
• Consulted with business executives and other leaders on crucial workforce challenges.
• Coached and mentored managers on employee relations issues.
• Helped develop an onboarding and orientation program that boosted new hire productivity.
• Advised on a new training strategy that helped leaders raise staff engagement and performance.
Call Center Manager
AGM Solutions, New York, NY 2004 – 2011
• Managed pay calculation issues during the payroll week for nearly 460,700 city government employees and responded to
“on-call” emergencies 24/7.
• Provided training within departments and citywide agencies.
• Managed daily operations of the Level 2 call center.
• Proactively informed NYC citywide agencies regarding planned maintenance and duration and hosted conference calls during off hours for outage extensions and emergencies.
• Recruited, trained, and supported call center analysts.
• Consulted with clients to create and implement in-house help desk, including management reporting, training, and documentation, and examined the following areas: analyzing, auditing, upgrading and creating help desk processes and procedures, evaluating and training internal staff, software selection, documenting procedures for a new process to sustain and build on improvements.
College Tutor – Part-Time
TCI College of Technology, New York, NY 2000 - 2002
• Provided college tutoring and took a strategic and comprehensive approach to one-on-one settings with students.
• Conducted group studies and provided resources to help students improve their skills in the subject area. Administrative Assistant
ACS/Contractor New York, NY 1998- 2003
• Performed all necessary daily clerical tasks, including data entry.
• Answered phone calls and maintained strict confidentiality.
• Arranged meetings and coordinated appointments.
• Performed general office support when needed, including reporting IT issues.
• Maintained office filing system.
• Attended staff meetings as needed.
ACHIEVEMENTS
• Implemented Employee Recognition Program 2023
• Improved students test scores by 20% from 2018-2019
•Talked to 50+ customers daily 2010-2011
Publications
• Religious Diversity and The Influence of Religion on Albanians During Different Stages of History. International Journal of Religion 2004. DOI: https://doi.org/10.61707/t1mthx41
VOLUNTEER
Political Campaign, District 13, Bronx, NY
• Initiated phone calls to prospective voters and encouraged them to vote.
• Assisted with scripts and communicated facts to registered voters.
• Conducted preliminary opposition research.
The Women’s Organization, Hope & Peace, Bronx, NY
• Provided resources for training and education.
• Attended domestic violence training program.
• Assisted with translation as needed.