Mohamed A. Salat
St. Cloud,MN
Summary
To obtain position with a dynamic service organization that promotes, encourages, and develops the establishment of communities, while striving to leverage my business management knowledge and skills at my present and previous roles. Dedicated Community Organizer with 5 years of empowering underserved cultures and interests by communicating with local and state governments. Skilled at connecting organizations with powerful allies to solicit real change and effective action. Known for bringing diverse groups together to achieve universally beneficial goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Community Engagement Coordinator
AmeriCorps VISTA
06.2023 - Current
- Delivered high-level administrative support to board during regular operations and special meetings.
- Developed classes and events fostering loyalty and educating groups about offerings.
- Evaluated donation and sponsorship requests and made funding recommendations.
- Conducted analysis of community needs and resources to support strategic plans.
- Assisted with business communications via email, social media and mailings.
- Built strong bonds with local cultural organizations by respecting unique differences and specific societal norms.
- Coordinated and implemented numerous meetings, forums and community events.
Educational Equity Outreach Coordinator
District 742
10.2022 - Current
- Working collaboratively with building and district leadership to identify factors which contribute to achievement gaps
- Develop a bridge of support and knowledge between administrators, equity staff, teachers, students, and families to improve student achievement and close the gap in alignment with the strategic goals of the district
- Offer support to teachers and staff in culturally responsive teaching practices and help to build bridges across racial, cultural, and language differences
- Collect data and track students’ success on identified measures of achievement
- Create and maintain systems for family outreach to support the learning of our diverse populations of students
- Initiated and coordinated visits by influential persons and community groups for marketing exposure.
- Developed network relationships with industry professionals to enhance community awareness and promote services.
- Increased education and awareness of school community relations through equity programs and delivering evidenced-informed strategies.
Bilingual Communication Support Specialist
District 742
09.2020 - Current
- Assisting families in communicating with teachers, administrators, and other school staff
- Interpreting and administrating parent teachers’ conferences and other school meetings
- Translating of written documents on the district website and other documents for non-English speaking parents/guardians
- Creating and developing effective intercultural relationship between school staff and families
Direct Support Professional
Spectrum Home Health
10.2019 - Current
- Assisting and supporting clients with daily routine to their satisfaction
- Preparing and ordering medication, and implementing clients’ daily activities.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
Direct Support Professional
Shifa Home Health
07.2017 - 09.2019
- Assisted and supported clients with daily routine to their satisfaction
- Prepared and ordered medication and implemented clients’ daily activities
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
Mail Handler
United States Postal Service
05.2016 - 07.2017
- Loaded and unloaded trucks using powered industrial trucks (forklift and Mule trucks)
- Facilitated the processing and distribution of letters, bulk mail, packages, and parcels within the system
- Utilized physical strength to move mail and packages of varying sizes and weights.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Loaded letters onto processing equipment, removed non-processable letters and maintained continuous sorting feed.
- Followed safety protocols while handling and sorting mail for personal safety purposes.
- Inspected mail for damages and took appropriate action to deliver in good condition.
- Used automated mail processing equipment to sort and collate mail.
- Maintained clean and organized mail room to promote safety and efficiency.
Transportation Manager
Salat Transportation LLC
02.2013 - 11.2015
- Inspected inbound and outbound vehicles to ensure safety operations
- Performed daily logbook procedure
- Load pickup and delivery to designed destination
- Ensured loaded commodities matches the company’s bill of lading
- Trained, supervised, and managed new drivers
- Managed company’s daily operations
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Oversaw team of 8 drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
- Observed staff to review compliance and safety to minimize losses due to violations or damage.
- Prepared and updated employees' daily work schedules and resolved delivery problems.
- Communicated with customer service and sales teams to improve productivity and service ratings.
Assistant Store Supervisor
Buddy’s Convenience Store
11.2010 - 12.2012
- Promoted and assured positive image of the store
- Implemented and practiced excellent customer service
- Supervised 3-5 employees
- Performed and contributed the overall success operation of the store
- Conducted store inventories once per quarter.
- Educated and trained staff to equip with knowledge about products, customer service and store policies.
- Supervised daily operations by directing customer service, inventory and sales operations.
- Supervised associates by providing direction and instruction for stocking shelves, rotating stock, and receiving deliveries.
- Arranged and organized staff work schedules to guarantee proper coverage for peak business hours.
Apparel Team Leader
Peckham, Inc
Lansing, MI
12.2007 - 10.2010
- Ensured the achievement of smooth follow in the production process
- Trained, assigned, and directed employees to their area of work
- Addressed complaints and resolved work related conflicts
- Observed children to recognize and maintain strong awareness of developmental progress.
- Communicated respectfully and thoughtfully with parents and guardians by remaining sensitive to different families' cultures, values and needs.
Child Development Worker
CARE International, CDW
Dadaab, Kenya
12.2004 - 09.2007
- Screened and reported any child abuse indicators to the authorized agencies
- Facilitated child abuse awareness workshops to educate the community
- Advocated for victims of child abuse in the court hearings
- Collaborated with government agencies in finding recourses and protection for victims of child abuse
- Observed children to recognize and maintain strong awareness of developmental progress.
- Communicated respectfully and thoughtfully with parents and guardians by remaining sensitive to different families' cultures, values and needs.
- Developed level-appropriate lessons and activities to support skill-building needs.
- Built and maintained strong parent and student relationships.
- Prepared children for success in classroom settings through encouragement and exploration of learning activities.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Administration and Leadership
St. Cloud State University.
Saint Cloud, MN 01.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
St. Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN05.2022
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
St. Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN 03.2021 - 04.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
St. Cloud Technical And Community College
Saint Cloud, MN05.2020
Associate of Arts - Apparel And Textile Manufacture
North Eastern Province Technical College
Garissa, Kenya 01.2002 - 11.2003
High School Diploma -
Hagadera High School
Hagadera, Kenya11.2003
Skills
- Knowledge of
- Microsoft: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Spreadsheets
- Languages: English, Somali, and Some Swahili
- Licensure:
- MN Commercial Driving License (CDL) Holder
- Crisis Management
- Intelligence Support
Languages
Somali
Native or Bilingual
Swahili
Limited Working
Timeline
Community Engagement Coordinator
AmeriCorps VISTA
06.2023 - Current
Master of Science - Educational Administration and Leadership
St. Cloud State University.
01.2023 - Current
Educational Equity Outreach Coordinator
District 742
10.2022 - Current
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
St. Cloud State University
03.2021 - 04.2021
Bilingual Communication Support Specialist
District 742
09.2020 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Spectrum Home Health
10.2019 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Shifa Home Health
07.2017 - 09.2019
Mail Handler
United States Postal Service
05.2016 - 07.2017
Transportation Manager
Salat Transportation LLC
02.2013 - 11.2015
Assistant Store Supervisor
Buddy’s Convenience Store
11.2010 - 12.2012
Apparel Team Leader
Peckham, Inc
12.2007 - 10.2010
Child Development Worker
CARE International, CDW
12.2004 - 09.2007
Associate of Arts - Apparel And Textile Manufacture
North Eastern Province Technical College
01.2002 - 11.2003
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
St. Cloud State University
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
St. Cloud Technical And Community College
High School Diploma -
Hagadera High School