Corinne Eiriksson
Summary
Leveraging a rich background in historical interpretation with Hamilton Conservation Authority, I excel in audience engagement and storytelling techniques, enhancing educational experiences. As an election officer, I facilitate the elections process at the community level with professionalism and enthusiasm. My adaptability and teamwork skills ensure exceptional program development and customer satisfaction, embodying a professional demeanor in diverse roles.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Historical Interpreter-Education Program
Hamilton Conservation Authority
04.2023 - Current
- Fostered a positive learning atmosphere by encouraging grade 3 school groups to ask questions during interpretive programs about life for Settlers in Upper Canada in the 19th century.
- Developed interactive activities for visitors and students to better understand the historical context of the site.
- Led hands-on workshops that allowed participants to engage directly with historically relevant crafts or trades.
- Collaborated with fellow interpreters, sharing knowledge and expertise to improve overall performance and visitor satisfaction.
- Enhanced visitor experience by creating engaging and informative historical presentations.
- Assisted in training new interpreters, providing guidance on effective presentation techniques and historical knowledge.
- Accommodate various group sizes and age groups, including schools, camps, and special events.
Historical Interpreter-Volunteer
Hamilton Conservation Authority
03.2023 - Current
- Provide public visitor experiences by creating engaging and informative historical presentations in historic buildings at Westfield Heritage Village.
- Share historical information about families and communities in Upper Canada for visitors to better understand the historical context of the site in authentic buildings that people lived and worked in.
- Led hands-on workshops that allowed participants to engage directly with historically relevant crafts or trades such as cooking on authentic historical cookstoves.
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Deputy Returning Officer- E Poll Book
City of Hamilton-Municipal Election
10.2022 - 10.2022
- Promoted a positive atmosphere among staff by fostering strong teamwork and collaboration throughout the election process.
- Supported supervisor in setting up polling location, testing and troubleshooting technology, and ensuring an orderly workstation.
- Contributed to smooth Election Day operations by proactively troubleshooting potential issues and maintaining open lines of communication with team members.
- Contributed to a positive voting experience for citizens by maintaining a clean, organized, and professional polling station environment.
- Maintained a secure voting environment with strict adherence to protocols, ensuring confidentiality of voter information.
- Ensured accurate election results through meticulous record-keeping and attention to detail in ballot counting procedures.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing voter concerns promptly and professionally, resulting in higher satisfaction levels.
- Verify, update, and process electors on electronic voters list, issue ballots, and direct voters to privacy voting area.
- Ensured all electoral materials were properly stored and accounted for, minimizing the risk of lost or damaged items.
Deputy Returning Officer-Tech
Elections Ontario
06.2022 - 06.2022
- Support supervising deputy returning officer.
- Set up, test, and troubleshoot technology the evening before election day.
- Process voters using electronic voters list, verify or update elector information,
- Register new voters.
- Issue ballots to voters.
- Generate results and ensure integrity of the election process.
- Shutdown voting station and assist supervisor with return of equipment.
Registration Officer
Elections Canada
09.2021 - 09.2021
- Set up polling place the evening before.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely and accurate registration services, addressing inquiries professionally.
- Confirm and update elector details, register new electors
- Assist in vote counting.
- Close station at the end of the day and assist supervisor with return of equipment.
Board Chair
OPACC
07.2018 - 01.2020
- Leveraged family experience with childhood cancer to offer community support in partnership with Ontario Parents Advocating for Children with Cancer.
- Devised strategies for expanding membership base that resulted in increased community engagement.
- Guided the development of new programs, enhancing organizational impact on target populations, such as training facilitators and establishing three new community support groups for families of children treated at McMaster Children's Hospital.
- Coordinated and established annual Hearts of Gold Gala fundraiser.
- Established parent retreat program.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
- Member of the Board August 2017-January 2020.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Sierra College
Rocklin, CA12.2001
Skills
- Audience Engagement
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Professional Demeanor
- Attention to Detail
- Student-Centered Learning
- Integrity and Transparency
Equestrian
Equestrian Canada level 4 dressage and Stable Management.
Timeline
Historical Interpreter-Education Program
Hamilton Conservation Authority
04.2023 - Current
Historical Interpreter-Volunteer
Hamilton Conservation Authority
03.2023 - Current
Deputy Returning Officer- E Poll Book
City of Hamilton-Municipal Election
10.2022 - 10.2022
Deputy Returning Officer-Tech
Elections Ontario
06.2022 - 06.2022
Registration Officer
Elections Canada
09.2021 - 09.2021
Board Chair
OPACC
07.2018 - 01.2020
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Sierra College
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