Darla Blackmore Cphr Email & Phone Number

Calgary, Canada Area

Leadership of innovation & technology leader, curriculum designers, learning advisor, learning development digital media specialist and system admin as a highly effective team to support learning at CPS. Assessment and direction of projects to be completed based on analysis of organizational priority, alignment with CPS goals and relevancy. Oversee the analysis, design, development and quality assurance of instructional programs of recruit and in-service training. Guiding the external education of all employees to further personal and professional development. Oversee the Learning Management System and Learning Content Management System. Manage software and hardware acquisitions and implementations. Designated project lead for Cannabis and OHS legislation to prepare and roll out training plan for law enforcement, employee conduct and supervisor expectations for new legislation. National Advisory member for Canadian Police Knowledge Network. Learning Needs Sub-committee member for CPKN. Director of Conferences for Canadian Association of Police Educators.

Calgary, Canada Area

Trusted advisor to ACTivate HR's clients providing consulting services in all areas of Human Resources

Calgary, Canada Area

Committed to strategically aligning the goals and objectives of the company to affect change, increase performance and achieve competitive advantage in the insurance industry. Leadership of Learning Consultants, Coordinators and Instructional Designers locally and remotely to increase engagement and perform as a highly effective team. Determination of appropriate learning interventions in consultation with SMEs, Project Champions and Project Manager to provide the right training to the right people. Oversaw the creation and delivery process of training interventions to support national and divisional projects. Liaised with regional business leaders to ensure business priorities were met from an employee development and training perspective. Worked within budget to attain quarterly and yearly goals.

Calgary, Canada Area

Led all aspects of the creation, implementation and delivery of employee & leadership development strategies, policies and programs. Accountable for overseeing and coordinating the ENMAX Learning Centre as well as the Learning Management System (LMS) and Change Management. Responsible for developing a culture of engaged employees who took ownership and accountability of their growth and career development. Direct leadership of union and management professional employees and at times consultants, contractors and summer students. Delivered consultative learning and development expertise and advice on learning standards and solutions, performance management interventions and strategy across the organization. Facilitation of Corporate Learning Centre courses and programs to all employees from Individual Contributors to Executives. Direct and successful experience with project management on numerous projects including the implementation of two Learning Management systems as well as a foundational Core Values program. Coordination of a customized Business Acumen course for senior leaders based on focus group and gap analysis outcomes.

Calgary, Canada Area

Accountable for overseeing the day to day activities and coordination of the ENMAX Learning Centre as well as the Learning Management System (LMS) for in-class and e-learning opportunites. Planned, developed and delivered Learning Centre programs for all ENMAX employees, including Management. Provided leadership, mentoring and coaching to union employees. Delivered training to Individual Contributors and Managers in the organization.

Calgary, Canada Area

Day to day administration and logistics support for the Sum Total Learning Management System (LMS). Analysis of LMS functionality to minimize and resolve end user issues. Audit of LMS data to ensure ongoing data quality and integrity. Maintained LMS governance and data quality protocols. Facilitation to Individual contributors in the organization. Steering Committee member for EWIN – a Women’s Leadership Initiative.

Calgary, Canada Area

Dedicated to expanding the knowledge and effectiveness of employees to accomplish more successful organizational change and performance. Coordinated monthly Leadership, Business Skills and Management Development Courses (including registration, set-up, single point of contact, invoicing). Main point of contact for consultants and in-house facilitators to arrange appropriate supplies, equipment, catering and program materials needed for learning programs. Participated in testing, trial and management of a new LMS for employees. Managed E-learning courses for all Husky employees including set up, invoicing and support. Data entry and tracking, program costs, internal allocation and reporting in SAP. Maintained personnel data and qualifications in the SAP Training & Event module for all learning programs. Provided administrative support for the Organizational Effectiveness and Diversity team. Responded to manager and employee inquiries for professional learning programs. Coordinated monthly conference calls and semi-annual meetings for Diversity. Provided backup support for training event set up.

Calgary, Ab

Responsible for supporting Major Projects & Corporate business areas in all aspects of the recruitment process. Responsibilities included Virtual Edge data base management, candidate care, employee screening/hiring/offer package/orientation, metrics reporting and travel coordination. Maintained accurate records in the Virtual Edge database of 10-20 candidates & employees a day by updating profiles, inputting personal details, interview information, offer letters & reference checks. Managed 10-15 job profiles a day to post on external & internal career websites. Coordinated hiring process for up to 20 candidates daily by booking interviews for hiring managers & candidates as well as employees. Focused on details such as room bookings, travel arrangements, cost control, times, dates & coordination of schedules. Timely follow-up with candidates & employees within 24 hours for interview expense reimbursement, questions & concerns & relocation if necessary for successful applicants. Generated 5-10 offer letters daily including salary, benefits, PTO, stock & vacation calculations as well as relocation information & requirements. Arranged for third party reference checks. Evaluated results & made recommendations for hire. Sent out new hire offer packages with offer letter, benefits, pension & pertinent company forms & information ensuring an efficient on-boarding process. Analyzed recruitment data for 10 Alberta recruiting team members to include number of hires per month & recruiter. Completed metrics on a monthly basis with 100% accuracy for executive committee review.Led redeployment process for approximately 200 employees including updating employee profiles, delegation of job profile creation, employee job choices, sending profiles to hiring managers, generating offer letters, processing acceptances, notifying colleagues of start dates, orientation dates & relocation details, daily reporting of acceptances, declines & pending offers.

Responsible for daily processing of 5-15 job tickets in the operations department. Successfully decreased the number of processing days from an average of 19 to 5 with an intended target of 9. Prioritized various duties throughout the day including sales proposals, personal information updates, vacation tracking, on-call lists, mail, expense/vehicle reports, reconciliations, new hire binder organization, abnormal wear charges, filing & MWD logs

Calgary Ab

Developed, implemented and instructed education curriculum and special programs. Taught Math, Science, Physical Education, Health and Electromagnetism. Evaluated, reported and maintained accurate records of student achievement. Coordinated the Health program for the school, consisting of 500 students. Maintained an inspiring science department and supervised five teaching staff. Recognized for dedication to student learning and development of a good rapport with students to facilitate learning. Participated in numerous committees to improve practices and policies as well as coached extracurricular sports teams.Taught English as Second Language in South Korea during summer months: Customized English lessons for individuals learning a second language. Incorporated Canadian culture and ideas into lessons and activities to facilitate understanding and learning.

Village Square Leisure Centre & Bridgeland Outdoor Pool

Human Resources Management Certificate, Human Resources Management

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