NVD has deep roots in the Yukon, and is dedicated to fostering sustainable growth and creating value-based investments in housing, hospitality, and commercial development. With a strong presence in Whitehorse, Dawson, Mayo, Carcross, Carmacks, and ambitious plans, our team is deeply committed to fostering partnerships that uplift Yukoners and empower local communities.As HR, I champion people strategies that promote a strong culture and operational excellence. I work to shape purposeful HR policies and practices that empower our teams, reflect NVD’s unique values, and drive both individual and organizational success.*Drive *Rigour *Kindness *Adaptability *Strategic Mindset *Customer Care *Partnership & Community

I’m a HR consultant at heart, and a born and raised 'Yukoner'. Evolve HR is a registered company in Yukon; I work remotely to keep my connection to the north.My strength is embodying and translating strategy down to processes, systems and relationships needed to execute it. Are you an NGO or non-profit? Are you a small business? Do you have HR projects to tackle - a tool, a process, a strategy? I focus on your specific needs at the heart of my process because organizations have different interests, values and preferences… and we can’t be going around putting square pegs into round holes. My intent is to do a really good job for a few, not a subpar job for many. Values: Custom. Collaborate. Capacity. Competence. I can help you align people-centered solutions and business strategy to meaningfully impact the service you provide to your clients/marketplace.

Client departments: Executive Council Office, Public Service Commission, Department of Finance, French Language Services Directorate, Cabinet Office Change Leadership: Consolidated HR functions from 5 departments into a single unit to manage HR generalist affairs (while still serving 5 deputy ministers and senior management teams). This was the first operational shared services model in the government. Office Management: Oversaw day-to-day operations of our unit of 10 including administration, space/equipment/supplies, health & safety, records, operational planning, and budgets.Process & Compliance Excellence: Ensured employees and senior management adhered to legal standards and in-house policies through education, influence and direction. Identified, reviewed and implemented processes within scope of control (and aligned to across centers of expertise) to optimize compliance, operational efficiency and HR best practice.HR Operations: Led a team of 6 Consultants (on and offsite/remote) in recruitment, employee relations, pay and benefits, disability management and accommodation, employee engagement, organizational design, and projects. Supported indiv. performance and capacity through mentorship, feedback and evaluations. Director Support & Projects: Provided guidance to directors, assistant deputy ministers and deputy ministers by proactively anticipating needs and crafting essential documents to inform decision making. Completed work on behalf of my Director including acting assignments, annual priorities, sensitive personnel matters, and led projects such as competency integration, re-organizations, onboarding and Covid.Political Portfolio: Held the Premier’s Cabinet Office. Managed the link between the Office and government. Led HR transitions during elections (2016/2021) and provided HR guidance to the party in power.

Client departments: Health & Social Services, Executive Council Office, French Language Services Directorate, Women's Directorate, Cabinet Office. In a team environment, and in collaboration with management and centers of expertise, I worked to align HR functions and strategy in the delivery of public services to Yukon citizens. Consulting: Responsible for all recruitment, employee relations, disability management and accommodation, and position management files/outcomes for a portfolio of 150-300 staff. Coordinated pay/benefits, health, wellness and safety, and training and development.Time & Leave Management: Ensured accurate usage and pay in accordance with agreements and authorities by processing leave requests and timesheets (biweekly). Assisted 300+ staff and managers in leave principles and advised on leave and payroll options.HR Best Practice: Met legal and compliance obligations, assessed risk and provided advice to staff and management on HR principles, practices, policy and legislation. Unit Support: Contributed to branch planning and completed projects such as re-organizations and training on topics including competencies and performance evaluation. Created processes and templates to ensure consistent practices across the HR team.Political Portfolio: Held the Premier’s Cabinet Office. Managed the link between the Office and government. Led HR transitions during elections (2016/2021) and provided HR guidance to the party in power.

Client Departments: Executive Council Office, French Language Services Directorate, Women's Directorate, Cabinet Office During this time, I began a temporary assignment while my substantive director was away. Highlights included:Leadership: I managed unit operations and staff to execute HR functions and goals in alignment with the department's objectives. I managed employee performance, HR strategy and unit operations including admin, space/equipment, planning and budget.Projects: I led the roll-out of moving time and leave from paper to online for the dept. I also led a competency integration initiative to introduce competencies into manager performance plans. Transition: I managed HR for the Premier’s Cabinet Office and led government transition process for employees under the Cabinet & Caucus Employees Act.

Client departments: Health & Social Services (1500 employees)This was my introduction to government and the world of HR after completing my university degree. I sought out this HR unit and thankfully they gave me an opportunity. I didn't go to school to be a frontline healthcare professional, but I specifically wanted to support delivering health services to Yukoners through a business/HR lens. Recruitment: I learned how to navigate recruitment processes within a gov't context. I managed recruitment files from initiation to onboarding in a unionized environment, and guided candidates and panels through numerous concurrent processes to hire the best talent. Time & Leave Management: I ensured accurate compensation/benefits in accordance with the collective agreement by reviewing and processing leave requests and timesheets (biweekly). My favourite part was interacting with employees to provide guidance on leave and payroll principles/options while striving to balance personal and organizational interests.

This was a very busy and reputable family-run business that catered to the local Yukon community, and international travel companies and travellers. I grew up in this business - pushing a stool around to reach the counter at 5 years old. It is where my interest in commerce and people merged to form my degree and HR journey and I believe is the source of my work ethic and loyalty. - Led day to day operations by training, scheduling, supervising and guiding 6+ staff in food production, client service, and health and safety. - Fostered strong customer relationships by delivering service and establishing rapport with customers, suppliers, and operators, leading to repeat business and positive recommendations.- Efficiently resolved staff and customer concerns. - Managed invoicing, contracts, payables/receivables, cash and deposits, biweekly payroll, and end-of-year tax remittances, ensuring accurate financial records and compliance.- Monitored and optimized inventory, and ordered/coordinated supplies to a rural location.- Ensured property, equipment and resources were maintained and met cleanliness standards. - Directed bakers, aligning daily production volume with operational requirements, including anticipated customer levels, special orders, and seasonal demands to optimize resources and minimize waste.- Advertised and promoted events/specials (food specials, live music etc.)- Catered events including government and private functions (weddings, birthdays, corporate, etc.)