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Caleb Griswold

Ottawa,ON

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Elections Canada, excelling in customer service and operational support. Bilingual and proficient in Microsoft Office, I effectively resolved inquiries and enhanced training processes, ensuring high client satisfaction. Recognized for attention to detail and strong organizational skills, I consistently delivered impactful solutions in fast-paced environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Support Agent

Elections Canada
08.2023 - Current

Field Support Network Officer:

  • Supported administrative and operational functions.
  • Provided accurate responses to field inquiries via phone and email, ensuring seamless communication support.
  • Prioritized customer satisfaction through tailored services.
  • Communicated essential guidance regarding operational workflows and required standards.
  • Outlined comprehensive advice concerning different aspects of the election administration mandates by Elections Canada.
  • Interpret and analyze information to make recommendations.
  • Provide support and services to internal and external customers.
  • Delivered client-focused solutions.
  • Intercept and redistribute sensitive information sent to the FSN.
  • Delivered comprehensive onboarding services to Elections Canada field officers.

FSN Onboarding Team:

  • Conducted onboarding sessions to orientate new staff members about company policies and procedures.
  • Recommended changes or improvements in existing training processes as needed.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of trainee progress and provided regular updates to management team.
  • Assisted with developing online learning modules for remote learners.
  • Resolved any issues raised by participants during the training session in a timely manner.
  • Provided feedback on employee performance based on observed results during training sessions.
  • Adapted teaching methods according to the needs of individual learners or groups.

Embedded Agent Program:

  • Received specialized training from Subject Matter Expert teams to support projects in Revision, Special Ballot Voting, and Outreach.
  • Collaborated with Subject Matter Experts to verify geographical data for new Electoral Mapping, ensuring accurate distribution across 343 regions.
  • Verified addresses for Outreach-related programs, enhancing documentation accuracy for Indigenous communities, post-secondary institutions, and healthcare facilities.

Support during General Election:

  • Provided critical support during the 45th General Election by assisting fellow agents in resolving inquiries and directing them to the appropriate SME teams.
  • Managed emails and casework efficiently to ensure seamless operations while fellow agents handled calls.

Election Results Monitoring team:

  • Led a team of 3 agents to monitor election results across 20 Electoral Districts, ensuring timely updates and resolution of ballot count discrepancies.
  • Oversaw communication with district admins to verify ballot counts and expedite report finalization, enhancing election monitoring efficiency.
  • Coordinated with experts to resolve complex election monitoring issues, facilitating effective problem-solving and information relay to team agents.

45th General Election:

  • Provided comprehensive support to Electoral Admins across Canada by efficiently handling phone calls and emails, ensuring timely resolution of inquiries.
  • Monitored and followed up on unresolved cases, flagging any open issues to ensure prompt action and resolution.
  • Facilitated seamless handoffs to SMEs by gathering detailed information from electors and relaying it effectively, minimizing follow-up requirements.

Other tasks within FSN:

  • Conducted recruitment outreach to former Elections Canada staff for Returning Officer positions, facilitating application awareness.
  • Informed Electoral Admins of impending password expirations, providing support to those needing assistance with timely updates.
  • Verified and ensured accuracy of case procedures by reviewing cases created by fellow agents, addressing missing information, and ensuring proper routing.

Installer and Mover

Office move Pro
10.2019 - 07.2023
  • Led team in the decommissioning, installation, and moving of office furniture, ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication.
  • Transported colleagues to work locations and disposed of discarded items, maintaining operational efficiency and safety.

Special Ballots Officer

Elections Canada
10.2019 - 10.2019
  • Counted ballots for the 43rd General Election, ensuring accuracy and integrity throughout the process.
  • Collaborated with new agents to sort ballots by party in district, ensuring accurate information and secure handling.

Assistant Manager

Payless ShoeSource
12.2017 - 04.2019
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently resolving complaints and coordinating with other stores to locate products.
  • Managed financial transactions, including counting tills and preparing bank deposits, ensuring accuracy and security.
  • Led staff training and development, improving service quality and operational efficiency.

Patrolling Officer

Commissionaires, Ottawa Division
11.2013 - 12.2016
  • Posted at Canadian Mortgage Housing Corporation
  • Ensured the security of buildings and employees by conducting thorough patrols across all levels of the section.
  • Compiled detailed shift reports documenting patrol activities, cleaner escorts, and notable events to maintain comprehensive security records.
  • Authored incident reports to accurately record and address equipment malfunctions, elevator issues, and employee-related incidents.

Shift Supervisor

Commissionaires, Ottawa Division
11.2013 - 12.2016
  • Monitored security cameras, fire panels, and alarms to ensure safety and operational integrity.
  • Coordinated scheduling and deployment of security personnel, ensuring adequate coverage during absences and emergencies.
  • Compiled detailed shift and incident reports to maintain accurate records and facilitate communication.

Cashier

J.A Laporte Flowers and Nursery
04.2013 - 06.2013
  • Assisted customers with enthusiasm, ensuring a welcoming store environment.
  • Managed inventory by efficiently stocking heavy products.
  • Developed skills in drafting plant guarantees, contributing to customer satisfaction and trust.

Cashier

Quickie Convenience Store
08.2011 - 02.2012
  • Provided exceptional customer service by engaging warmly with patrons and ensuring compliance with age verification for tobacco sales.
  • Ensured store security and accuracy in financial transactions by closing shifts, cleaning, counting cash, printing lottery sales results, and setting the security system.
  • Recognized for outstanding performance and customer interaction by earning the 'Mystery Shopper' award in November.

Loss Prevention Co-op

The Bay
02.2011 - 06.2011
  • Conducted surveillance by monitoring security cameras and patrolling store floors to identify and report suspicious behavior to supervisors.
  • Organized and maintained essential security documentation for store employees, ensuring accessibility to critical information.
  • Opened and secured the store during morning shifts, ensuring a safe and orderly start to operations.

Education

Police Foundations Program - psychology, sociology, political science, conflict management, civil and criminal law

Algonquin College, Woodroffe Campus
Woodroffe
06.2013

Ontario Secondary School Diploma and Certificate of Bilingualism -

Ecole Secondaire Publique Gisele-Lalonde
Orleans, Ontario
01.2011

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Word
  • PowerPoint
  • Snip & Sketch
  • Excel
  • Bilingual (English and French)
  • Time management
  • Note-taking
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer service
  • Physical fitness
  • Organization skills

Volunteer Experience

  • Music in the Pines, Registration & Security, Fire keeper, Summers of 2011 and 2012
  • MADD Dash, Traffic management and course navigator, Fall 2011
  • Montfort Hospital, Janitorial duty, Summer 2010, Interacting with patients and responding to requests.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Field Support Agent

Elections Canada
08.2023 - Current

Installer and Mover

Office move Pro
10.2019 - 07.2023

Special Ballots Officer

Elections Canada
10.2019 - 10.2019

Assistant Manager

Payless ShoeSource
12.2017 - 04.2019

Patrolling Officer

Commissionaires, Ottawa Division
11.2013 - 12.2016

Shift Supervisor

Commissionaires, Ottawa Division
11.2013 - 12.2016

Cashier

J.A Laporte Flowers and Nursery
04.2013 - 06.2013

Cashier

Quickie Convenience Store
08.2011 - 02.2012

Loss Prevention Co-op

The Bay
02.2011 - 06.2011

Police Foundations Program - psychology, sociology, political science, conflict management, civil and criminal law

Algonquin College, Woodroffe Campus

Ontario Secondary School Diploma and Certificate of Bilingualism -

Ecole Secondaire Publique Gisele-Lalonde
Caleb Griswold