Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area
Human Resources Director with extensive experience leading enterprise HR and Corporate Services functions across Indigenous, nonprofit, and multi-site organizations. Recognized for building scalable people strategies that strengthen engagement, governance, and service delivery while maintaining fiscal discipline. I partner closely with executive leaders to translate organizational priorities into practical HR frameworks, credible policies, and consistent employee experiences. My work focuses on workforce planning, employee relations, leadership capability development, and continuous improvement of HR systems and vendor partnerships. I value collaborative, inclusive workplaces and believe strong cultures are built through clarity, accountability, and shared learning across generations. My leadership approach is grounded in trust, professionalism, and long-term organizational sustainability.
Provide strategic leadership for the Human Resources function within a complex, multi-site Indigenous economic development organization. Partner closely with executive leadership and operational leaders to align workforce planning, employee relations, and engagement strategies with organizational priorities. Lead HR systems, benefits administration, and service delivery improvements while maintaining fiscal discipline and culturally respectful practices. Develop and coach HR professionals to deliver consistent, high-quality support across corporate and site-based environments.
Supported the stabilization and advancement of HR operations during a period of organizational growth and change. Led recruitment process improvements, contributed to training initiatives for operational roles, and strengthened internal HR workflows to improve responsiveness and accountability. Served as a key point of contact for managers requiring guidance on employee relations, policy interpretation, and performance management matters. Key Skills:
Re-established the Human Resources function to support organizational stability, compliance, and service consistency. Led the implementation of a new HRMS, redesigned core HR processes, and partnered with senior leaders to address recruitment challenges, engagement priorities, and cost pressures. Provided strategic HR guidance while strengthening foundational policies and practices to support frontline and corporate teams.
Led enterprise Human Resources and Corporate Services functions supporting a diverse, province-wide workforce. Guided organizational culture transition initiatives, implemented HRIS infrastructure, and strengthened governance through clear policies and standardized practices. Oversaw benefits, payroll coordination, vendor relationships, and budget planning while advancing engagement strategies and Indigenous workforce representation. Acted as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on people strategy, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness.
Provided strategic HR leadership and operational oversight across recruitment, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and compliance. Worked closely with senior leaders to align workforce needs with budget planning and organizational objectives. Supported managers through investigations, policy application, and performance matters while strengthening HR systems and service delivery.
Led staff development and HR initiatives focused on learning, capability building, and organizational effectiveness. Designed and supported training programs aligned with institutional goals while advising leadership on HR practices, employee engagement, and workforce development strategies.
Established the Human Resources function for a growing automotive organization, developing foundational policies, recruitment processes, and onboarding programs. Partnered with executive leadership on HR strategy, performance management, and employee relations while ensuring compliance with evolving legislative requirements.