Allyson Richards
La Ronge
Summary
After spending time in recreation, I made the transition to work in municipal government which opened me to the field of human resources. I am a compassionate and hardworking professional with nearly 10 years of providing office and administrative support, including 5 years managing human resources functions. Skilled in talent acquisition, employee relations, policy implementation and HR compliance with a proven ability to build rapport at all levels of an organization, and foster a positive workplace culture.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR & Corporate Services Coordinator
Town of La Ronge
06.2020 - Current
- Prepare agendas, minutes and packages for Council, Committees and Development Appeals Board meetings and issued appropriate correspondence.
- Oversee all HR functions for a non-unionized municipal workforce of over 35 employees.
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures through research and evaluation of best practices and alignment with provincial legislation.
- Evaluate existing recruitment tools and resources, providing improvements where necessary to enhance the effectiveness of talent acquisition efforts.
- Lead the recruitment functions including leading interviews, making hiring recommendations and implementing effective onboarding programs.
- Initiate a workplace wellness committee and successfully organized and executed several corporate and team-building events that fostered comradery among employees and improved workplace culture.
- Develop a highly skilled workforce by identifying organizational training needs and recommending professional development opportunities to help reach organizational strategic goals.
- Ensure legal compliance with industry regulations, labour laws and company policies.
- Manage employee relations including performance management, and investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Analyze HR metrics to identify trends and make informed decisions on workforce strategies or performance management issues.
- Schedule and coordinate meetings and travel meetings for Council and employees.
- Assist during municipal elections.
- Maintain confidentiality with sensitive documents or matters, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
- Interact with all levels of staff with integrity and professionalism.
- Administer communications, both internal and external, to achieve compliance with legislative requirements and keep stakeholders informed, using a variety of methods.
Executive Assistant to the CAO
Town of La Ronge
04.2016 - 06.2020
- Prepared agendas, minutes and packages for Council, Committees and Development Appeals Board meetings, and issued appropriate correspondence.
- Administered communications, both internal and external, to achieve compliance with legislative requirements and keep stakeholders informed, using a variety of methods.
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings and travel arrangements for Council and employees.
- Ensured daily administration functions of Town run smoothly and ensure filing systems are maintained.
- Ordered office supplies
- Assisted with municipal elections.
- Answered customer phone calls and email inquiries and directed them accordingly.
- Maintained taxi and business licensing directories.
- Ensured Town vacant land lists were updated and prepared sales agreements for properties sold.
- Assisted with processing and collecting utility and tax payments.
- Prepared correspondence as requested by the Chief Administrative Officer.
- Compiled information for public use.
Community School Recreation Coordinator
Gordon Denny Community School
02.2013 - 04.2016
- Planned, promoted, facilitated, led and evaluated various recreational programs for individuals of all ages, that enhanced community engagement and participation, by effectively coordinating scheduled use of the facility and resources.
- Managed operational budget of $55,000 and sought out additional funding to support recreational programming.
- Worked as a liaison between the Northern Sport, Culture and Recreation District and the Recreation Committee to address programming needs and barriers in the community, and accessed resources in order to increase opportunities and build community capacity.
- Prepared accurate financial, statistical and administrative reports.
- Collaborated with local organizations to promote health and wellness initiatives in the community and expand participation rates.
- Maintained accurate records for program registration, facility usage and attendance.
- Boosted program attendance through effective marketing campaigns and outreach efforts by targeting various demographic groups.
Resident Care Aide
PeopleCare Tavistock
04.2008 - 01.2013
- Performed direct patient care and assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Followed personalized care plans to enhance residents' quality of life.
- Recorded confidential health information, behaviours and dietary intake of residents and maintained accurate records.
- Managed challenging behaviours among residents using de-escalation techniques.
- Provided end of life care for residents, ensuring their comfort and dignity during their final days.
Education
CPHR Academic Program - Human Resources
Captus Institute
04-2025
No Degree - Primary Education
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, ScotlandBachelor of Physical Education (Honours) - Physical Education
Brock University
St. Catharines, ON06-2011
Skills
- Interpersonal, comprehensive, written and oral communication skills
- Experience working with people of all ages
- Organizational, time management and planning skills
- Attention to detail
- Excellent computer skill using a variety of software programs including Office, Mondaycom, Catalis, Mondaycom
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Office management and administrative support
- Event coordination
- Human resources management
Certification
- Emergency Operations 100 (2025)
- I-100 (2025)
- Commissioner of Oaths (expires 2028)
- WHMIS (2024)
- Workplace Violence & Harassment for Managers (2024)
- 4 Seasons of Truth and Reconciliation (2022)
- OHC - Level 1 (2020)
- HoopPlay Master Trainer (2018)
- Defusing Hostile Customers (2017)
- Creating a Respectful Workplace (2016)
- Marriage License Issuer (2016)
- HoopPlay Hula Hoop Instructor: Level 1 & 2 (2016)
- Introduction to Facilitation (2015)
- SPRA Take the Lead Trainer (2014)
- HIGHFIVE Principles of Health Child Development & Quest 2 (2013)
- SPRA Play Leadership (2013)
- SPRA Fitness Theory (2013)
Timeline
HR & Corporate Services Coordinator
Town of La Ronge
06.2020 - Current
Executive Assistant to the CAO
Town of La Ronge
04.2016 - 06.2020
Community School Recreation Coordinator
Gordon Denny Community School
02.2013 - 04.2016
Resident Care Aide
PeopleCare Tavistock
04.2008 - 01.2013
CPHR Academic Program - Human Resources
Captus Institute
No Degree - Primary Education
University of Strathclyde
Bachelor of Physical Education (Honours) - Physical Education
Brock University
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