I am a Human Resources and Program Specialist with 5+ years of experience supporting federal and state government agencies in highly regulated environments. I have built expertise in HR operations, staffing support, onboarding, VetPro credentialing, payroll and time & attendance, employee relations, procurement support, and regulatory compliance. I interpret and apply OPM, VA, and state policies, maintain audit-ready documentation, and support mission-critical workforce programs. I thrive in cross-functional collaboration with leadership, legal, and compliance teams, and I am known for discretion, strong judgment, and a calm, solutions-oriented approach.

Faidat yewande abdulkareem

I am a Human Resources and Program Specialist with 5+ years of experience supporting federal and state government agencies in highly regulated environments. I have built expertise in HR operations, staffing support, onboarding, VetPro credentialing, payroll and time & attendance, employee relations, procurement support, and regulatory compliance. I interpret and apply OPM, VA, and state policies, maintain audit-ready documentation, and support mission-critical workforce programs. I thrive in cross-functional collaboration with leadership, legal, and compliance teams, and I am known for discretion, strong judgment, and a calm, solutions-oriented approach.

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I am a Human Resources and Program Specialist with 5+ years of experience supporting federal and state government agencies in highly regulated environments. I have built expertise in HR operations, staffing support, onboarding, VetPro credentialing, payroll and time & attendance, employee relations, procurement support, and regulatory compliance.

I interpret and apply OPM, VA, and state policies, maintain audit-ready documentation, and support mission-critical workforce programs. I thrive in cross-functional collaboration with leadership, legal, and compliance teams, and I am known for discretion, strong judgment, and a calm, solutions-oriented approach.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Case Analyst II at State Attorney’s Office – Child Support Division
March 1, 2025 - November 24, 2025
Resolved 50+ complex child support cases monthly, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines. Streamlined cross-department communication, reducing resolution time by 15%. Maintained 100% audit-ready documentation supporting investigations and internal reviews. Delivered policy-aligned resolutions to HR-related employee concerns, improving satisfaction scores. Served as liaison between employees, employers, and state partners, improving external response time by 25%.
HR Generalist / Program Specialist at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – Miami VA Medical Center
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Oversaw onboarding for 150+ new hires across departments, ensuring VetPro credentialing compliance. Improved training delivery efficiency by 20% through process documentation and scheduling automation. Administered biweekly payroll and timekeeping for 100+ staff; resolved discrepancies with 98% accuracy. Supported procurement activities and ensured full compliance with federal purchase card requirements. Collaborated with legal and executive teams to coordinate HR communications and high-level meetings.
Credentialing & Administrative Project Coordinator at Comcast Corporation
July 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021
Managed full-cycle credentialing for 300+ healthcare professionals across multiple markets. Reduced credentialing processing time by 20% through automation and process optimization. Led multi-region onboarding projects with 100% compliance and timely execution. Developed and delivered training to internal teams, increasing compliance knowledge by 30%. Monitored credentialing budgets and kept project expenditures within 5% of forecasted limits.
HR Generalist / Program Specialist at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – Miami VA Medical Center
August 1, 2021 - March 1, 2025
Supported federal HR and workforce programs for a large VA medical center in accordance with OPM regulations, VA Handbooks, and federal employment laws. Coordinated onboarding, credentialing, and VetPro processing for 150+ employees, ensuring 100% compliance prior to EOD. Maintained electronic and hard-copy Official Personnel Folders (OPF/eOPF) and supported staffing actions, payroll, and timekeeping. Developed HR process documentation, improving efficiency by 20%. Coordinated executive-level meetings and workforce communications with leadership, legal, and compliance teams. Responded to employee inquiries regarding policies, benefits, and onboarding requirements.
Credentialing & Administrative Project Coordinator at Comcast Corporation
March 1, 2018 - July 1, 2021
Coordinated credentialing and compliance programs for 300+ healthcare professionals across regions. Supported onboarding, background investigations, and verification processes. Analyzed workflows and implemented improvements, reducing credentialing turnaround time by 20%. Delivered compliance and policy training, increasing understanding and adherence by 30%. Monitored program budgets and expenditures, maintaining documentation within 5% of forecasts. Provided administrative and project coordination support to cross-functional teams and senior leadership.

Education

Master of Science (MS), Human Resource Management at Nova Southeastern University
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2025
Bachelor of Public Administration, Public Policy & Service at Florida International University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2021
Master of Science (MS) in Human Resource Management at Nova Southeastern University
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2025
Bachelor of Public Administration – Public Policy & Service at Florida International University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2021

Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) – In Progress
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Certificate in Leadership
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Product Management Certificate
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Project Management Professional (PMP)
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026
Certificate in Leadership
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026
Product Management Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026

Industry Experience

Government, Professional Services, Healthcare, Education, Other