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Jennifer Cosway

Whitby,ON

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Vice-President, Human Resources + Equity

Durham College
01.2018 - Current
  • Responsible for the Human Resources department, with the portfolio including Compensation, HRIS, Professional Development/Wellness and Human Resources Policy development
  • Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion added to portfolio in 2020
  • Successfully launched recruitment and professional development platforms, ongoing enhancement of the use of HRIS for data recording and reporting
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.

Director, Human Resources

Durham College
01.2017 - Current
  • Expanded portfolio to include leadership of the client facing team of HR Generalists
  • Supervising the administration of recruitment and selection processes, performance management issues, as well as employee leaves and return to work protocols
  • My objectives included increased team cohesion, alignment of responsibilities with organizational needs, and continued knowledge development for the group

Manager, Human Resources

Durham College
01.2017 - Current
  • Lead and manage a team of HR Assistants, providing operational support in the areas of benefits administration, general office support, and oversight of the monthly benefits reconciliation and payments
  • Provide senior generalist support to the Durham College Leadership Team
  • Continual development of the relationship with the support staff union, including all administration of the collective agreement and grievance handling

Manager, Support Staff Relations & HR Business Partner

Humber College
01.2016 - 12.2016
  • Provided consultative services to an assigned client group ensuring best practices across HR functions
  • Centralized and formalized the administration of elements of the support staff collective agreement including chairing the union/management committee, establishing employment stability protocols and grievance handling processes
  • Facilitate positive relationships with local union executives

HR Manager

Humber College
01.2014 - 12.2014

HR Consultant

Humber College
01.2012 - 12.2012

Health and Safety Coordinator

Humber College
01.2012 - 12.2012

Recruitment/Job Evaluation Coordinator

Humber College
01.2009 - 12.2009

Project Coordinator

Humber College
01.2006 - 12.2006

Recruitment Coordinator

Humber College
01.2004 - 12.2004

Timeline

Associate Vice-President, Human Resources + Equity

Durham College
01.2018 - Current

Director, Human Resources

Durham College
01.2017 - Current

Manager, Human Resources

Durham College
01.2017 - Current

Manager, Support Staff Relations & HR Business Partner

Humber College
01.2016 - 12.2016

HR Manager

Humber College
01.2014 - 12.2014

HR Consultant

Humber College
01.2012 - 12.2012

Health and Safety Coordinator

Humber College
01.2012 - 12.2012

Recruitment/Job Evaluation Coordinator

Humber College
01.2009 - 12.2009

Project Coordinator

Humber College
01.2006 - 12.2006

Recruitment Coordinator

Humber College
01.2004 - 12.2004
Jennifer Cosway