Lacey Beers
Halifax,NS
Summary
Outgoing retiree with extensive experience in working independently, managing multiple projects, and communicating with clients. Skilled in prioritizing tasks, streamlining work, and collaborating with stakeholders. Bringing strong organizational and communication skills to advance business goals and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Department of National Defence
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion
- Networked with multiple stakeholders and external partners to coordinate software implications pertaining to HR systems and tools
Executive Administrative Assistant
Public Health Agency of Canada
09.2018 - 05.2023
- Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive information, protecting company interests and employee privacy with extensive knowledge in federal authorization levels
- Handled administrative tasks including expense report processing and invoice reconciliation efficiently according to federal government travel directives
- Coordinated and booked airfare, hotel and ground transportation and prepared itinerary to facilitate successful trips
- Managed inventory levels for office supplies, reducing waste while guaranteeing availability when needed.
- Took minutes and prepared reports for managers; briefed Regional Director on upcoming conferences
Human Resources Coordinator
Agriculture Canada
02.2016 - 09.2018
- Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up-to-date and accurate.
- Conducted new employee onboarding and provided ongoing orientation training.
- Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
- Designed and prepared to hire tests and exams for applicants
- Supervised test taking as well as a group of seven employees; assisting them with new duties and monitoring their work
- Wrote several desktop procedures and guidelines to facilitate work completion
Pension Administrator
Public Service Pension Centre
03.2006 - 02.2016
- Provided advice to Public Service employees, management and legal/business representatives on compensation issues related to the Public Service Superannuation Act and Leave Without Pay issues
- Counseled employees and their families on options concerning access to benefits such as eligibility requirements and status of client accounts and files as well as repayment requirements
- Dealt with difficult clients by diffusing misunderstandings and providing accurate information regarding the Privacy Act, marriage breakdown, pension division and payment issue dates for benefits
- Prepared detailed letters and charts using Microsoft Word and Excel to outline benefits and payment plans to clients streamlining where possible
- Organized meetings, took minutes and prepared records of decision
- Researched and analyzed data and information on complex Pension issues involving the PSSA, interpretations, client options and entitlements to ensure compliance with federal and provincial regulations, collective agreements, pension and insurance plans, central agency directives and departmental policy.
- Liaised with internal and external government officers, insurance companies, financial planners, and accountants to facilitate decisions and the resolution of PSSA issues; and prepared
- Delivered Public Service employee/Pension Insurance member information sessions.
- Undertook peer and program reviews; prepared reports for management; and participated in projects relating to Pension Insurance program improvements and enhancements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English; Political Science
Mount Saint Vincent University
Halifax, NS05.2025
College Diploma - Business Administration
NBCC
Moncton, NB04.2006
Skills
- Project Management, Development, and Planning
- Human Resources
- Client Service
- Administration
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Manager
Department of National Defence
05.2023 - 08.2024
Executive Administrative Assistant
Public Health Agency of Canada
09.2018 - 05.2023
Human Resources Coordinator
Agriculture Canada
02.2016 - 09.2018
Pension Administrator
Public Service Pension Centre
03.2006 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Arts - English; Political Science
Mount Saint Vincent University
College Diploma - Business Administration
NBCC
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