**** ******** **** 613-***-****

Orleans, Ontario Email: acc2rm@r.postjobfree.com

K4A 4B6

Debbie MacDonald

Objective To work in a challenging and people-oriented environment.

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Employment History

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July-Nov 2013 MultiCraft Imports Inc. - Human Resources Manager

• Responsible for the recruitment of the talent requirements of the

organization

• Developed “Employee Handbook”

• Established Orientation process for new hires

• Health and Safety Management Certified Levels I and II

• Administered Group Benefits program

• Initiated a “Wellness Program”

• Researched, developed and administered training programs to staff

• Employee relations

2005 – 06/2013 HLS Linen Services - Director, Human Resources

• Administered payroll functions (ADP) to up to 500 employees on a bi-

weekly basis (union and non-unionized environment)

• Performed all government required remittances including all annual

reconciliations (T4’s, EHT, WSIB, CPP, EI, Tax, Pension Plan)

• Prepared Record of Employment documentation, terminations, severance

packages, family support payments, garnishees

• Managed a time and attendance tracking system for all employees

(Kronos)

• Developed job descriptions for all positions

• Provided information and guidance on all related payroll issues as

required

• Administered entire benefit program for employees including negotiating

for new and improved coverage, Wellness Program

• Managed all WSIB claims, directly responsible for a Return –to-Work

program and successfully lowering costs of company’s NEER

• Managed the Group Registered Pension Plan, RRSP program

• Chairperson for United Way

• Co-ordinated annual Canada Payroll Savings Bonds

• Responsible for the recruitment of talent requirements of the organization

• Executed discipline and terminations at all levels

• Researched, developed curriculum and provided training, in both official

languages, covering Human Resources, Payroll and Health and Safety

legislation

• Created Human Resources policies and procedures including an

Employee Manual, a Health and Safety Manual and an Orientation

Manuel

• Counselled and assessed employee concerns, grievances and provided

solutions to conflict situations

• Direct liaison between union, management and staff

Debbie MacDonald

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• WSIB Management Certified, Levels I and II

• 4th year member of a Provincial Safety Group

• Member of the “WSPS Advisory Sub-Committee” for Health and Safety

• Standard First Aid + Level C CPR AED certified

• Author of monthly bilingual Health and Safety Newsletter

2000 – 2005 Southbank Dodge Chrysler (1982) Ltd. (2 days)

Capital Dodge Chrysler Jeep (2 days per week)

Embrun Ford (1 day per week)

Payroll/Benefits/Human Resources Advisor

1996 – 2000 Belisle Automobiles Inc.

Payroll/Benefits Officer (part-time)

Responsibilities for the above noted companies were similar to those mentioned

previously.

Education

Algonquin College (Ottawa)

Human Resources Management Certificate

E.K. Gillen & Associates

Certified Ergonomist

Attended several courses, workshops, conferences throughout the years regarding

payroll, human resources, health and safety.

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Personal Strengths

• Fluently bilingual (English – French)

• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills

• Ability to exercise sound judgement, discretion and tact

• Committed team player and ability to work independently, flexible

• Strong work ethic, initiative, always willing to learn, self-starter

• Ability to work in a complex, high-volume environment

• Ability to manage tight deadlines and multiple priorities

• Passionate in all that I do

Computer Skills

• Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point

• GroupNet benefits programs

• Abra 2000 & Kronos attendance

programs

• ADP Pay@Work payroll programs,

Ceridian

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Other Sunday School teacher (OPP Security Cleared)

• General Mgr/Partner of local theatre group for children

• Member of Canadian Payroll Association

REFERENCES available upon request.

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