Julie Atkinson

Experience

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  Canadian Tire

  Oct 2005 - Feb 2013

  •Advise business managers on HR issues•Respond to/resolve inquires related to policy, program, process, and other general inquiries•Support employees during key life cycle events including arrivals, transitions and departures •Diffuse emotionally charged situations and bring issue to closure while maintaining composure •Actively participate in continuous improvement efforts by identifying re-occurring questions, analyzing trends, making suggestions, participating in problem solving teams, and contributing to project work as required•Work closely with team members, internal HR partners, vendors and employees •Support the delivery and implementation of corporate & customized HR programs, resources & practices with business managers Show less •Design and develop end user online training content •Coordinate and conduct new user training for Taleo (ATS)•First level technical support for all Corporate and PartSource users•Ensure applicant tracking system supports staffing process effectively •Develop and distribute Corporate and PartSource weekly reports •Develop and distribute ad hoc reports as requested •Identify and respond to reporting needs and implement processes to deliver reporting requirements •Coordinate staffing process activities related to Taleo upgrades •Ensure accuracy of staffing operations weekly score card measures•Provide end to end coordination of the Employee Referral Program•Act as subject matter expert on all staffing projects as they relate to Taleo business processes•Act as Staffing Specialist when needed in full cycle hiring process Show less •First point of contact for all new hires from point of offer to start date •Coordinate reference/criminal/credit checks, medical appointments, and HR, DC training for mass recruitment•Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding candidates progress in the hire process•Conduct employment rehire verification through PeopleSoft•Provide feedback and guidance on resume writing, and interview skills•Maintain, update and post jobs online (Taleo)•Develop and maintain standard operating procedures •Problem solve and troubleshoot any issues that delay candidates from completing the recruitment process •Act as Staffing Specialist when needed in full cycle hiring process Show less

  • HR Shared Services Specialist

    Apr 2012 - Feb 2013

  • Taleo Coordinator/ATS Administrator

    Sept 2010 - Mar 2012

  • Recruitment Coordinator

    Oct 2005 - Sept 2010
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  Chubb Fire & Security Canada

  Jan 2014 - Nov 2014

  Human Resources Coordinator

  •Provide general HR support by serving as the first point of contact for employees and managing or escalating issues as necessary. •Coordinate recruitment activities including open job requisitions, advertising/posting, collection of resumes, pre-screening resumes, provide assistance with interviews and candidate follow up •Maintain Applicant Tracking System and working with external provider diligently to ensure the ATS is up to date •Administer the Government Security Clearances’ applications and maintain/track all records processed •Administration of benefit offerings including liaising with benefit providers and employees •Provide employees with information and support in the identification and resolution of employee’s issues with benefits. •Participation in and coordination of ongoing HR activities Show less

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  Chubb Fire & Security Group

  Nov 2014 - Sept 2018

  Human Resources Advisor

  •Provide support and guidance to managers on employee relations concerns.•Address, investigate and resolve day-to-day employee relations inquiries, either directly or through advice to managers.•Contribute to the development of policies and practices for the organization through analysis, needs identification, reviewing existing documentation, and benchmarking best HR practices.•Ensure all Company policies and procedures, progressive discipline, terminations and all other HR practices comply with provincial legislation, regulations and standards.•Lead special projects as required and assist in other development projects supporting other areas of HR. Show less

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  Chubb Fire & Security Canada

  Sept 2018 - Sept 2019

  Talent Management Specialist

  •Facilitate recruiting processes•Manage quantitative and qualitative analyses of talent management programs to highlight key trends; research leading practices to illustrate program alternatives•Facilitate employee engagement processes •Facilitate training programs and processes •Assist in conducting talent gap analyses and researching strategic sourcing plan alternatives to meet the current and future human resource needs of a business unit, department or assigned area

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  Level Up Recruitment

  Sept 2022 - Sept 2023

  Senior Recruitment Consultant

  As a Senior Recruitment Consultant with Level Up Recruitment I bring over 10 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Behavioural Interviewing, and Candidate Selection. With a background that has focused on mid to leadership level roles in Building Automation, Fire & Security, Engineering, Construction as well as Administration, Operations, Marketing, and Finance, I have acquired the skills necessary to source and select top talent.

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  Doman Building Materials Group

  Oct 2023 - now

  Talent Acquisition Specialist

  •Conduct full cycle recruiting at all levels of the business following through to the offer stage across all departments and business units.•Engage professionally with hiring managers to address questions and provide guidance on recruiting.•Maintain awareness of and ensure that the recruitment and selection process complies with all applicable laws, policies and collective agreements.•Develop job postings and post roles on appropriate platforms and social media.•Screen resumes and conduct phone interviews.•Coordinate in-person interview candidates, and coach hiring managers on the interviewing process. Attend in-person interviews with hiring managers for vacancies in the local branch.•Conduct references, present offers and assist in onboarding new employees. Show less