JASON MICHAEL SMITH
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Strategic and results-driven HR Director with over 17 years of experience leading human resource transformation, employee engagement, and HRIS evaluation. Expertise in Dayforce HRIS, talent management, policy development, and full-cycle HR project management. Adept at leading HR teams, optimizing workforce planning, and aligning HR strategies with organizational goals to drive business success. Passionate about technology, AI, and staying at the cutting edge of HR innovations.Committed to understanding what drives people, and helping them succeed through strategic influencing skills..
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Business Partner
CALGARY DROP-IN CENTRE
Calgary, Canada
04.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: A 24/7 non-profit organization with 450 employees
- Lead HR strategy, policy development, and workforce planning for a 24/7 non-profit organization with 450 employees
- Spearhead Dayforce HRIS evaluation to enhance HR processes, payroll, and reporting
- Partner with leadership to drive employee engagement, retention strategies, and performance management initiatives
- Designed and implemented Progressive Discipline Process and Proactive HR Stream, improving workplace culture and accountability
- Lead workplace investigations and compliance processes ensuring adherence to employment law
- A 24/7 non-profit organization with 450 employees
Senior HR Business Partner
KONICA MINOLTA
Calgary, Canada
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided strategic HR guidance and led employee relations initiatives for a workforce of 350 employees
- Managed union negotiations, complex disputes, and organizational change
- Administered ADP HRIS, ensuring streamlined HR operations and payroll accuracy
HR Business Partner
DE HAVILLAND AIRCRAFT OF CANADA LIMITED
Calgary, Canada
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Advised executive leadership (2 VPs & 10 Directors) on HR policies, workforce planning, and talent strategy
- Conducted HR analytics to drive data-informed decision-making and performance management
- Led employee relations initiatives, union discussions, and compliance programs
HR Business Partner
ROGERS COMMUNICATIONS INC
Calgary, Canada
07.2018 - 07.2022
- Directed HR operations for a workforce of 600-1,000 employees, leading engagement and retention strategies
- Achieved a 15% reduction in turnover through workforce planning and career development programs
- Investigation Leader (Western Canada, 2018-2020): Conducted 70+ workplace investigations into employee concerns
Human Resource Manager
LOWES
Calgary, Canada
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Led HR integration of two RONA stores post-acquisition, standardizing HR policies across locations
- Project Management: Executed large-scale hiring initiatives, onboarding 50-75 seasonal employees per cycle
- Administered ADP HRIS for payroll, performance tracking, and reporting
Account Manager
AGILIS – Work Solutions
Calgary, Canada
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Managed a portfolio of 80+ active accounts, delivering customized HR, accounting, and administrative solutions
- Enhanced client retention through proactive relationship management and service optimization
Executive Team Leader
TARGET CORPORATION
Victoria, Canada
10.2012 - 12.2013
- Managed a team of 5 hourly supervisors and 100+ employees in daily operations of a $30M annual sales store
- Led team through new store opening, ensuring smooth operations and staffing
- Selected as district trainer for Western Canada, responsible for training new executives at struggling locations
- HRIS: SAP Administration / ATS Taleo
Founder/Director, Human Resource
CANADA KOREA CONSULTING
Jeju, South Korea
08.2007 - 07.2012
- Company Overview: A professional recruitment agency in South Korea
- Founded and managed a professional recruitment agency in South Korea
- Placed 500+ professionals in global public and private sector positions
- Secured contracts with 75 private companies and the Korean government
- Consulted on online education services for the Kamloops, BC school district
- A professional recruitment agency in South Korea
HR Consultant
PRUDENTIAL INVESTMENT & SECURITIES
Seoul, Korea
01.2006 - 12.2008
- Designed business English and cross-cultural communication training programs
- Developed outcome-driven courses for executives and middle managers
- Worked directly with the CEO on speech and English communication coaching
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Victoria
Victoria, BCAssociate Degree - Commerce & Business Administration
Camosun College
Victoria, BCSkills
- HRIS Evaluation & Optimization
- Strategic HR Leadership
- Project Management
- Performance management
- People Leadership & Employee Engagement
- Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition
- Policy Development & Compliance
- Employee & Labor Relations
- Change Management & Process Optimization
- ATS & Talent Management
- Analytics & Compliance
- Stakeholder Relationship Management
- HR Compliance and Policy Development
Certification
- CPHR, 01/01/17
- SHRM-SCP, 01/01/17
Hr Technology And Systems
Dayforce, ADP, SAP, UKG, Workday, BambooHR, Taleo, Lever, Greenhouse, HR Metrics, Employment Law Compliance, Performance Dashboards
Leadership And Volunteer Experience
- U15 Boys Head Coach, Cal West Basketball, 2019-2022
- U11 Girls Head Coach, Rangers Soccer Club, 2019-2021
- Annual Food Drives, St. Michael’s Church, 2018-2021
- Crisis Counselor, Need Crisis & Information Line, 1999-2003
Timeline
HR Business Partner
CALGARY DROP-IN CENTRE
04.2024 - Current
Senior HR Business Partner
KONICA MINOLTA
08.2023 - 03.2024
HR Business Partner
DE HAVILLAND AIRCRAFT OF CANADA LIMITED
08.2022 - 07.2023
HR Business Partner
ROGERS COMMUNICATIONS INC
07.2018 - 07.2022
Human Resource Manager
LOWES
01.2016 - 01.2018
Account Manager
AGILIS – Work Solutions
01.2014 - 01.2015
Executive Team Leader
TARGET CORPORATION
10.2012 - 12.2013
Founder/Director, Human Resource
CANADA KOREA CONSULTING
08.2007 - 07.2012
HR Consultant
PRUDENTIAL INVESTMENT & SECURITIES
01.2006 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Victoria
Associate Degree - Commerce & Business Administration
Camosun College
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