Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Community Service
Accomplishments
Affiliations
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KIMBERLEE HALIMA KAY BACH

Frederick,MD

Summary

Experienced professional transitioning from corporate sector to human services. Proven ability to assist individuals in overcoming personal challenges. Skilled in both independent and collaborative work environments.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Director

University of Sufism, Ma'rifa Foundation
Santa Barbara, California
01.2023 - Current
  • Maintained confidential records related to personnel files and other sensitive documents.
  • Created a positive work environment by promoting team building initiatives and resolving conflicts between employees.
  • Advised senior leadership on organizational structure changes affecting the workforce.
  • Coordinated recruitment activities to ensure the organization was staffed with qualified personnel.
  • Developed training programs to improve staff development opportunities.
  • Investigated incidents of workplace harassment or discrimination complaints.
  • Developed and implemented human resources policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Monitored employee attendance records to ensure adherence to company policies.
  • Organized onboarding processes for new hires, including orientation sessions and paperwork completion.
  • Collaborated with department heads to develop strategies that would increase employee engagement levels.
  • Counseled managers on disciplinary actions when necessary.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws by monitoring changes in regulations related to human resources management.
  • Drafted job descriptions and prepared job postings for open positions.
  • Worked with department managers to assess needs.
  • Aligned HR policies with federal and local regulations.
  • Liaised between management and employees by relaying work information, adjustments and grievances.
  • Assisted in employee recruitment, hiring and interview processes.
  • Suggested promotions and wage increases according to employee performance.

Human Resources/Report and Database Dev

O'Connor Plumbing & Heating LLC
Germantown, MD
11.2019 - 08.2022
  • Maintained employee records in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution between employees through mediation sessions or counseling services.
  • Developed and maintained job descriptions, performance evaluation forms, employee handbooks, and other HR related documents.
  • Conducted new hire orientation sessions and onboarding activities to ensure successful transition into the organization.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from internal staff members regarding employment matters.
  • Monitored attendance records to track tardiness or absences in order to enforce attendance policies.
  • Worked closely with human resources business partners to facilitate year-end talent reviews and articulate team strengths.
  • Worked on 401(k) administration, FMLA and workers' compensation claims and benefits.
  • Conducted background checks, reference checks and employment verification.

Executive Director

Sufi Center East - Farm of Peace
WARFORDSBURG, PA
12.2017 - 10.2019
  • Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
  • Secured funding from public and private sources through grant writing activities or other fundraising efforts.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational growth and development.
  • Coordinated special events such as conferences or workshops designed to raise awareness about the organization's mission.
  • Served as spokesperson at press conferences or interviews when needed.
  • Organized regular meetings with board members to discuss progress on initiatives and solicit feedback.
  • Managed the organization's financial resources and operations to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Reviewed monthly financial statements for accuracy before presenting them for approval by the board of directors.
  • Ensured legal compliance by staying abreast of relevant laws, regulations, standards, guidelines.
  • Developed marketing strategies to promote the organization's mission throughout the community.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained employees on operations and performance expectations.
  • Promoted public awareness of mission through outreach, advocacy and online presence.
  • Informed board and committee about trends, issues and activities to facilitate policy-making.

Business Analyst/HR Generalist

O'Connor Plumbing
Germantown, MD
05.2014 - 12.2017

Senior Analyst, Supervisor, Lead, Financial Anaylst

Best Buy Co. Inc.
Richfield, MN
08.1993 - 03.2014

Held various positions throughout my tenure there. I am highly experienced in Training, Leading, Facilitating, MS Office Suite.

Education

Master of Divinity - Spiritual Healing

University of Sufism
Santa Barbara, CA
10-2024

Master of Divinity - Peacemaking/Mediation

University of Sufism
Santa Barbara, CA
06-2022

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Southwest State University
06-1991

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Southwest Minnesota State University
Marshall, MN
06-1991

Skills

  • Crisis intervention and resolution
  • Complex problem solving
  • Client engagement
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Google Workspace
  • Training and development
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Mediation expertise
  • Team building and collaboration

Community Service

  • Recovery Ministry Team Leader at All God's Children, MCC Minneapolis, MN 2012-2013
  • Taught recovery and spirituality classes, provided spiritual direction at PRIDE, Institute Eden Prairie, MN 2012-2013
  • Lead Teaching Assistant at University of Sufism, CA 2012-2014 and 2024-2025
  • Substitute Teacher at University of Sufism, CA 2025

Accomplishments

  • Organized and led weekly spirituality and recovery group support sessions serving more than 20 people in recovery.
  • Served as student mentor and counselor for students when academic problems and personal adjustments arose.
  • Supported those in recovery by being witness to and providing unconditional acceptance during their fifth step.

Affiliations

  • Serve as Secretary of the Board for the University of Spiritual Healing and Sufism
  • I volunteer as Lead Teaching Assistant for students enrolled in the master program at the University of Spiritual Healing and Sufism.

Timeline

Human Resources Director

University of Sufism, Ma'rifa Foundation
01.2023 - Current

Human Resources/Report and Database Dev

O'Connor Plumbing & Heating LLC
11.2019 - 08.2022

Executive Director

Sufi Center East - Farm of Peace
12.2017 - 10.2019

Business Analyst/HR Generalist

O'Connor Plumbing
05.2014 - 12.2017

Senior Analyst, Supervisor, Lead, Financial Anaylst

Best Buy Co. Inc.
08.1993 - 03.2014

Master of Divinity - Spiritual Healing

University of Sufism

Master of Divinity - Peacemaking/Mediation

University of Sufism

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Southwest State University

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Southwest Minnesota State University