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Managing HR responsibilities & projects within the organization

Managing human resources responsibilities and activities of the organization; managing recruitment processes, employee relations, compliance, as well as training and development.

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

In this role, I was performing a diversity of administrative duties supporting the HR department.Handling all external and internal HR correspondence, entering employee information into database, compiling reports, typing documents, receiving visitors, screening and directing telephone calls, arranging meetings and maintaining records and files. I consistently worked to maintain the information systems which were critical to the Human Resources function of the organization. As the leader on on recruitment initiatives, I was involved in the entire recruitment cycle, including screening candidates, interviewing, presenting offers, hiring, and onboarding of new staff.

Cambridge, Ontario

During my Co-op placement, I worked closely with the VP of Human Resources on various projects. I led a department wide job analysis including the processes of job description writing, researching positions and interviewing supervisors and employees. I coordinated new employee onboarding and orientation sessions and participated in various steps of the recruitment process. I also have been able to contribute to employer branding initiatives.

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

Working closely with the VP of Human Resources, I assisted in the deployment of our annual performance review process and created new onboarding procedures for incoming employees. In collaboration with the leadership team, I participated in the creation of company values.

Cambridge, Ontario

In this position, I managed the administration and coordination of onboarding new employees, attended executive meetings to record notes, as well as planned and executed all employee engagement efforts. Acting as the Joint Health & Safety Committee Secretary, I ensured all health and safety protocols were followed at the workplace. Working with the Director of Finance, I maintained accounting services such as preparing cheques, posting invoices, preparing deposits, creating journal entries and filing invoices.

Kitchener, Canada Area

Working as the Assistant to the Director and Research Assistant, I managed staff meetings by scheduling necessary space and equipment, preparing agenda items and materials for all attendants. When working on various research projects my responsibilities included coordinating interviews, initiation of contact with research participants, organizing a practical time slot, and providing materials.

Waterloo, Ontario

Working on this short term project, I provided a detailed description of consent forms to participants informing them how to fill out surveys appropriately. I prepared and provided survey materials at Succeed Clean presentations. After presentations took place, I collected the surveys and entered raw data in an efficient and timely manner to the online database.

Waterloo, Ontario

I regularly assisted the Professor in preparing course materials such as reviewing and summarizing readings, printing handouts, and creating PowerPoints for teaching. I collaborated with the professor on the creation of the course outline, midterm exam, group project and final exam in. Attending class each week, I often engaged with students to discuss course matters. My responsibilities also included contacting various potential guest speakers to participate in lecture with an appropriate presentation guideline.

Kitchener, Canada Area

When working on various research projects, I collaborated with a team of researchers to edit, format and complete research applications & reports. I constantly consolidated research files in an online system, using variety of Microsoft programs, while also maintaining hard copies in organized, confidential cabinets. Ensuring that confidentiality was enforced in the office and when involved with research participants and/or data entry was of high importance.

Waterloo, Ontario

Working at JUMP (Junior University Multidisciplinary Program) as an Ambassador I enforced discipline and praise in accordance to participants engagement. I lead and encouraged a group of students and teachers to be excited and engaged in the scheduled activities. As a Theatre Instructor, I articulated and designed a strategic course outline of lessons, games and organized activities which involved material preparation, schedule modification and management of participants.

Waterloo, Ontario

I communicated with customers and staff effectively, always informing customers of current promotions and offerings. Working efficiently with coworkers, we accomplished tasks in a timely manner. In this position, I constantly was multi-tasking various duties with a focus on customer needs. During my shifts, I was responsible for opening and closing the cash register and ensuring there was always enough change, bills and a balanced cash at the closing of the store.

Kitchener, Canada Area

While working as a Children's Program Leader, and a Camp Counsellor, I was able to work with small and large groups of children, adapting my leadership style to the appropriate age level. I coordinated activities, games and crafts for participants. I worked closely with a team of counsellors and other program leaders to ensure participants enjoyed their experience at the YMCA.

Waterloo, Ontario

Constantly spoke with customers by telephone or in person to provide information about products or services Canadian Tire could provide. Working at the Customer Service desk, I received orders, performed exchanges and returns, and provided assistance to customers regularly. I participated in the training of new cashier employees, ensuring the correct skills were taught necessary for the job.

Post Graduate Certificate, Human Resources Management

Activities and Societies: Student member of HRPA

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Major: Sociology, Minor: Women & Gender Studies

Activities and Societies: LOCUS Community Member, Hawk Weekend Participant, Habitat for Humanity, Orientation Week Volunteer, Acts.

High School

Activities and Societies: Student Council General Member 2009-2010 and Grad Representative 2010-2011, Ontario Student Leadership.