SAM GEBAI, S.P.H.R.
San Jose,CA
Summary
Driven and results oriented Human Resource leader with over 12 years of HR experience dedicated to promoting a positive, productive work environment for management and staff. Excellent communication and analytical skills, with an emphasis on delivering innovative strategies to achieve extraordinary results to best support the business culture and goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Human Resources
N-Power Medicine
07.2024 - Current
- Oversee all HR functions and lead a lean team managing, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans
- Streamlined recruitment processes for increased efficiency and reduced time-to-hire in partnership with Recruiting
- Optimize workforce allocation by conducting thorough job analyses and redesigning outdated roles where necessary
- Deliver engaging employee training sessions covering topics such as leadership skills, communication techniques, and conflict resolution
- Support executive leadership team with coaching and development initiatives aimed at improving overall performance levels
- Design competitive compensation packages to attract top talent while maintaining fiscal responsibility
- Develop comprehensive HR policies and procedures, resulting in a more structured work environment
- Provide expert guidance on labor law matters, minimizing risk exposure for the organization
- Direct hiring and onboarding programs for new employees
- Recommend appropriate resolutions to employee relations concerns and handle disciplinary issues and investigations of misconduct
Associate Director, Human Resources
N-Power Medicine
05.2023 - Current
- Successfully led and implemented N-Power's first compensation increase program
- Implemented first performance review program including calibration process to ensure equity in the process
- Conducted leveling exercise for existing roles, identified new roles, and built career ladders for 50% of the organization
- Drafted and implemented corporate leave policy
- Doubled employee headcount in 6 month period
- Partnered with Senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
Manager, Human Resources
Pacific Biosciences
04.2020 - 05.2023
- Provided advice, coaching, and counsel to leaders and employees on HR programs, policy and procedures, employment/labor laws, conflict resolution
- Lead and support all aspects of HR programs and services that contribute to establishing and executing strategies and plans for 700+ employees
- Conducted integration processes for two simultaneous acquisitions of 140 employees including 401k transition, onboarding/offboarding processes and compilation of multiple HRIS platforms into one system
- Implemented and executed first performance management program that included metrics and measurable KPIs
- Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels
- Collaborated with Payroll Department each cycle to ensure accurate processing for both domestic and international staff
- Managed and coordinate org-specific HR data and workforce planning reports (i.e., current headcount, terminations, turnover, new hires/requisitions, retention, performance management, HRIS audit reports org charts, etc.)
- Delivered full spectrum strategic and tactical HR support and programs across the organization from performance management and employee relations through workforce and succession planning
- Partnered with key stakeholders to establish diversity programs with consideration to recruiting and targeted development initiatives
- Implementation of Workaday and other HR systems
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Pacific Biosciences Of California Inc.
10.2018 - 04.2020
- Managed employee life cycle from on boarding through separation process, including but not limited to job mapping and leveling to conducting exit interviews
- Actively partnered with business owners daily to identify HR needs and source solutions
- Facilitated employee relations issues and proactively worked with leaders for resolutions that meet legal, compliance, culture and business needs
- Development and implementation of employee exit survey with metrics to help better understand employee turnover
- Partnered with leadership to develop and implement annual review process
- Accountable for organization and execution of 2019 and 2020 benefits open enrollment
- Continuation of previous duties
Human Resources Business Partner, II
Pacific Biosciences Of California Inc.
07.2017 - 10.2018
- Provided day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (coaching, career development, disciplinary actions)
- Responsible for completion of annual Radford Compensation Survey
- Delivered training and presentations and facilitate group discussions with client groups.
- Developed and delivered special events for company employees: health fair, flu shots, open enrollment, holiday related parties
- HRIS administration of ADP Workforce Now
- Management of 401(K) administration including discrimination testing
- Compliance management including EEO-1 and AAP annual Filing
- Continuation of some previous duties
Human Resources Business Partner
Pacific Biosciences Of California Inc.
07.2015 - 07.2017
- Provided consultation, advice and guidance to managers and employees on HR programs, policies and tools
- Partnered with business unit customers to assist in meeting business unit objectives by managing employee relations issues and providing coaching as needed for both domestic and international employees
- Management of benefits administration including new hire and open enrollment as well as compensation through ADP Workforce Now
- Provided ISO compliance training through Compliance Wire (Learning Management System)
- Partnered with hiring managers to curate job descriptions for available roles
Senior Associate, Human Resources
Pacific Biosciences Of California Inc.
12.2014 - 06.2015
- Responsible for the management of immigration processes for both domestic & international employees with the status of L1, CPT, OPT, H1-B, PERM, and Naturalization as well as local work & residence permits as needed
- As the main point of contact, managed the facilitation of employee relocation for both domestic & International hires
- Implemented and manage electronic I-9 process streamlining I-9 maintenance
Staffing Coordinator
Pacific Biosciences Of California Inc.
10.2012 - 12.2014
- Managed open requisition using Taleo ATS and advertised job requisitions at varying websites sites to increase candidate pool
- Worked directly with hiring managers to identify best candidates and led round-tables to discuss candidates and selection of best hires
- Coordinated phone, Skype and onsite interviews as well as travel for both domestic and international candidates as well as conducting interviews and tours
Receptionist
Robert Half
01.2012 - 10.2012
- Provided excellent customer service as first point of contact
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance
Education
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH12.2025
Bachelor of Sciences -
California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2009
Senior Professional in Human Resources - Human Resources
Human Resource Certification Institute
Alexandria, Virginia Skills
- Human Resources Best Practices
- Benefits Administration
- Consultation, Coaching and Mentoring
- Compensation and Payroll
- Employee Relations & Retention
- Training and Development
- Immigration
- Talent Acquisition
- Compliance Reporting
- Change Management
- M&A Due Diligence and Integration
- Performance management
- Workday, ADP Workforce Now, Paycor, Lattice, Reflektive, Sequoia One
Timeline
Director, Human Resources
N-Power Medicine
07.2024 - Current
Associate Director, Human Resources
N-Power Medicine
05.2023 - Current
Manager, Human Resources
Pacific Biosciences
04.2020 - 05.2023
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Pacific Biosciences Of California Inc.
10.2018 - 04.2020
Human Resources Business Partner, II
Pacific Biosciences Of California Inc.
07.2017 - 10.2018
Human Resources Business Partner
Pacific Biosciences Of California Inc.
07.2015 - 07.2017
Senior Associate, Human Resources
Pacific Biosciences Of California Inc.
12.2014 - 06.2015
Staffing Coordinator
Pacific Biosciences Of California Inc.
10.2012 - 12.2014
Receptionist
Robert Half
01.2012 - 10.2012
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Sciences -
California State University Northridge
Senior Professional in Human Resources - Human Resources
Human Resource Certification Institute
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