Mattison Dewald
Summary
Human Resources and Recruiting professional looking for a full time role in a dynamic and purpose driven organization. My passion is creating strong professional relationships and connecting candidates with the right job or career path for them while offering an excellent candidate experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resource and Community Relations Coordinator
Matrix HR
11.2022 - Current
- Full Cycle Recruitment for IT, Administrative, Healthcare and Trades related roles using various platforms such as Indeed, Betterteams, LinkedIn and social media campaigns.
- Administer and review paperwork for benefits, payroll and safety policies and create and update employment handbooks and policies.
- On-board candidates into our HRIS system.
- Call, email and correspond with candidates in a timely and professional manner using phone, Gmail and various video tools such as Google Meet, Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
- Communicate with hiring managers on their needs and address them appropriately.
- Administer criminal background checks and perform reference checks for required roles.
- Communicate with all Non-profit and Educational partners for hiring initiatives, volunteer opportunities and apprenticeship requirements.
- Represent the organization by creating presentations, webinars and initiatives with our local partners such as Women Building Futures, CCIS, Bowvalley College and 20+ other partners.
- Writing grants and applications for training and internships.
- Assist my colleagues with various other tasks and roles as required.
Recruitment Specialist
Diversified Staffing Services
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Interviewing and screening high volumes of candidates
- Creating and tailoring job descriptions for a variety of industries and posting on recruiting platforms such as Indeed
- Interviewing walk in candidates (up to 50+ a month) and assessing their skills and proper job fit
- Using Microsoft CRM to create and manage candidate profiles
- Maintaining a talent pool by creating strong relationships with candidates in many disciplines
- Administering skill testing and reference checks
- Sourcing for both specific roles and high volume orders
- Entering weekly payroll and proofing 100+ invoices
- Participating in conflict resolution and facilitating client meetings
- Dealing with a high number of daily emails and phone calls
- Managing a client pool of 500+ clients
- Some supervisory responsibilities.
Fundraising Coordinator
Saving Grace Animal Society
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Complete fundraising and marketing functions for one of Central Alberta's largest emergency animal shelters.
- Responsible for other administrative and social media marketing responsibilities such as posting online, updating the website, writing blogs, taking photos of animals for adoption and products for sale.
- Handle relations with the public, monitor emails, ship product orders and handled inventory.
- Walk, feed, bathe and assist in administering medicine for dogs and cats, including feral intakes.
- Monitor animals for any health concerns and assist in preparing them for adoption.
Fitness and Nutrition Coach
Fit Body Boot Camp
10.2020 - 01.2021
- I was a fitness coach part time for Lacombe FitBody Bootcamps.
- This enabled me to be efficient, excellent at group and interpersonal communication and time management.
- Additionally, we used marketing and administrative tactics to maintain and communicate with our member base.
- I did this as I completed my Post Graduate Certification in Human Resources and Strategic Management.
Marketing and Events Coordinator
Home Hardware - Central Alberta
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Responsible for Social Media campaigns and the organization and coordination of events and community outreach
- Other duties revolve around inventory, ordering and the handling of accounts and phone systems.
Recreation Worker
Parks and Recreation for The City of Lacombe
05.2016 - 08.2019
- I worked in this role from summers 2016-2019 while I attended university.
- Gardening, weeding, watering and caring for flower beds across the town.
- Complete hazard assessments and monitor for any safety concerns.
- Drive city vehicles and deliver mulch, soil and rocks for landscaping.
Education
Human Resources Management Post-Grad Certificate in Human Resources -
The Donald School of Business
Red Deer, AB05.2021
Bachelor of Arts in Communications -
The University of Calgary
Calgary, AB10.2019
Skills
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and Google applications (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Sheets, Drive, Docs)
- Employee Relations
- Payroll Administration
- Social Media Management
- Public Speaking
- Conflict Management
- Talent Acquisition
- Community Relations
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training
- Interviewing
- Microsoft Dynamics CRM , Stafftrak and JobDiva
Additional Information
Skilled at communicating with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds through training from Prospect Human Services and Certified Inclusive Employer training through ETHOS CMG.
Taken a range of Business, Communications, Human Resources, Recruiting, Health and Safety and Public Relations courses.
Trained in QPR (Suicide Prevention) techniques.
Trained in conflict resolution and interpersonal communications skills through the U of C Wellness Center.
2024 Organizer for The Moosehide Campaign.
Professional Mentor for CCIS Mentorship program, meeting with newcomers to Canada biweekly to mentor on Canadian culture, interview skills, resume building, employment standards and networking.
Languages
English - Advanced
Passions And Interests
- Passionate about connecting individuals with work opportunities and addressing HR questions and concerns
- Interested and motivated to enrich communities through communications tactics, volunteering and recruitment practices
- Excellent at group and interpersonal communications
- An ambitious reader, learner and lifelong student
- A member of the Canadian Conservation Corps
- Volunteering with tree planting, flower counts, and wilderness and urban garbage cleanup
Certification
Indigenous Canada Training, University of Alberta
Certified Inclusive Employer Training, ETHOS CMG
Opioid Response Training, St Johns Ambulance
QPR Training, University of Calgary
Timeline
Human Resource and Community Relations Coordinator
Matrix HR
11.2022 - Current
Recruitment Specialist
Diversified Staffing Services
07.2021 - 11.2022
Fundraising Coordinator
Saving Grace Animal Society
01.2021 - 07.2021
Fitness and Nutrition Coach
Fit Body Boot Camp
10.2020 - 01.2021
Marketing and Events Coordinator
Home Hardware - Central Alberta
10.2019 - 11.2020
Recreation Worker
Parks and Recreation for The City of Lacombe
05.2016 - 08.2019
Human Resources Management Post-Grad Certificate in Human Resources -
The Donald School of Business
Bachelor of Arts in Communications -
The University of Calgary
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