Accomplished professional with several years of experience leading human resources operations and organizational planning. Well-versed in employment laws, performance appraisals, salary structure and benefits program management. Seasoned expert at protecting company interests and building successful office culture to promote employee retention and performance.
Manager, Human Resources Systems and Operations
Oak Valley Health
Markham, Ontario
Markham, Ontario
Dear Director, I am excited to apply for the Manager, Human Resources Systems and Operations, as advertised on the Oak Valley Health website. With over 15 years of extensive industry experience, particularly in human resources, combined with my teaching experience and strong educational background, I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively to your institution. Currently, I serve as the Director of Human Resources at Nisbet Lodge Long-term Care, where I lead and manage a wide range of human resource activities. My role involves overseeing recruitment, employee relations, training and development, updating policies, and ensuring compliance with the Ministry of long-term care policies. One of my achievements in this role is implementing electronic time and attendance for employees. In addition to my HR role, I am a Part-time Professor at Algoma University. Previously, I served as a Project Consultant with the CND Ontario Health Team (OHT), where I was responsible for aligning project execution with the CND OHT Strategic Framework. I also managed Canada’s only OCD Intensive Treatment Program at the Frederick W. Thompson Anxiety Centre, Sunnybrook Hospital. These roles required me to apply my HR expertise in various contexts, from project management to leading quality and change management initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Key areas of my expertise include: - Human Resources Management and Planning - Program and Project Management - Policy development and implementation - Business Analysis and Data-Driven Decision Making - Leading Quality and Change Management Initiatives I am deeply passionate about this opportunity, particularly in the field of human resources, and I am eager to bring my skills, experience, and enthusiasm to your department. I look forward to the opportunity to contribute and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals. Please find my resume enclosed for your review. I would be honored to discuss my application further and am available for an interview at your convenience. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, LATHA KALKURI
Title: Director, Human Resources and Occupational Health and Safety