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ANDREA PETRAS

Edmonton,Alberta

Summary

Skilled Training Specialist with a proven track record of conducting engaging personal and group training sessions. Enthusiastic and creative professional with 10 years of experience excelling in challenging long-term roles. Known for building strong relationships to foster collaborative teamwork at all organizational levels.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Learning & Development Specialist

The Driving Force Group of Companies
09.2022 - Current


  • Increased employee retention rates by developing engaging onboarding and orientation processes.
  • Established strong relationships with external partners to source relevant industry-specific trainings on a regular basis.
  • Evaluated training program effectiveness, adjusting content as needed to maximize learning outcomes.
  • Created detailed reports outlining the impacts of learning initiatives on overall business performance showcasing tangible results from L&D efforts.
  • Designed interactive workshops that fostered collaboration and active participation among team members for better knowledge retention.
  • Supported organizational change initiatives through thorough communication and effective training strategies.
  • Designed and implemented comprehensive onboarding program, significantly improving new employee retention and satisfaction.
  • Spearheaded transition to virtual training environments, enabling continuous learning amidst remote working conditions.
  • Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.

Human Resources Business Partner

The Driving Force Group of Companies
03.2020 - 09.2022
  • Coached managers on effective employee relations strategies to address workplace conflicts proactively.
  • Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices, preventing potential lawsuits and fines.
  • Maintained confidential nature of employee and company proprietary and privileged information used or observed in course of performing job duties.
  • Resolved understaffing issues, disputes, employee terminations, and disciplinary procedures.
  • Investigated and liaised with legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, and other sensitive issues.
  • Optimized workforce planning and resource allocation for improved operational efficiency.
  • Conducted exit interviews with employees leaving company to gauge areas of success and opportunities for improvement.
  • Served as an employee champion and change agent, promoting internal equity and staff wellness.

Recruitment Coordinator

The Driving Force Group of Companies
01.2019 - 03.2020
  • Conducted comprehensive phone interviews to pre-screen candidates, saving time for hiring managers in the interview process.
  • Maintained open lines of communication throughout the entire recruitment process, fostering positive relationships with both candidates and clients.
  • Provided ongoing support to internal stakeholders regarding recruitment best practices and legal compliance matters.
  • Supported job fairs, open houses, and recruiting events.

Human Resources Generalist

Night Wind Treatment Centre
01.2012 - 01.2017
  • Conducted full cycle recruitment.
  • Developed and reviewed HR policies to ensure compliance with government regulations.
  • Led annual audits to maintain the highest level of accreditation and licensing standards.
  • Provided guidance to managers on employee relations issues including problem solving, investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Alberta

Certificate - Human Resources and Labour Relations (IP)

University of Athabasca

Certificate - Adult Educator Seminar Series

Mount Royal University

Certificate - Curriculum Development and Instructional Design

Mount Royal University

Certified Talent Management Practitioner - undefined

HR Academy

Skills

  • Organizational development
  • Facilitation techniques
  • Training delivery
  • Employee engagement
  • Coaching and development
  • Clear communication
  • Employee relations

Accomplishments

  • Led the disability claims management program for 700 employees, successfully facilitating early return to work plans.
  • Provided HR policy guidance, conducted investigations, and managed workforce planning for 250 employees across multiple business units and provinces.
  • Successfully launched and delivered a new hire Orientation program.
  • Coordinated the end-to-end process of the annual Employee Opinion Survey for 700 employees.
  • Facilitated 100 hours of training sessions for 500 employees.
  • Designed, implemented, and launched a Performance Management software module for 700 employees.

Affiliations

  • The Institute for Performance and Learning (I4PL) Member
  • Chartered Professionals in Human Resources General Member

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Learning & Development Specialist

The Driving Force Group of Companies
09.2022 - Current

Human Resources Business Partner

The Driving Force Group of Companies
03.2020 - 09.2022

Recruitment Coordinator

The Driving Force Group of Companies
01.2019 - 03.2020

Human Resources Generalist

Night Wind Treatment Centre
01.2012 - 01.2017

Certificate - Human Resources and Labour Relations (IP)

University of Athabasca

Certificate - Adult Educator Seminar Series

Mount Royal University

Certificate - Curriculum Development and Instructional Design

Mount Royal University

Certified Talent Management Practitioner - undefined

HR Academy

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Alberta

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