Howard J. Clarke

26 Welbeck Drive - Brampton, Ontario, L6X 2K9

Contact: (647) 822-2247 - Email:

A Human Resources Professional with 10 years ofrobust and solidindustry experience inrecruitment and selection, retention and metric, staffing/coordinator, benefit enrollmentand administration.A proving track record ofdeveloping and implementing dynamic and result orientated strategies that are aligned with company objectives and business processes for a more productive and diverse organization.

Strong competencies in Employment Standards/Laws, Ontario Human Rights Code,Canada Labour Code,Health and Safety, Employee/Labour Relations, HR Planning, Training and HR Administration – coupled with understanding of different HRIS platforms and database systems.

Distinct Healthcare Services Inc. Human Resources Generalist (Recruitment Contract) 2011 - 2012

Health Care Firm

  • Start to finish cost effective high volume recruitment of Healthcare Professionals throughout the Province of Ontario. Used the Staff Point applicant tracking system to build a data base of qualified, skilled and competent ready staff for specific healthcare assignments. On-boarding process (In Service) of local external staff before placement in the field.
  • Liaison with Provincial Nursing organization (CNO), and (OPSWA) in verifying registrations and build relationships with other industry leading healthcare organizations –source for current healthcare information.
  • Coordinated, implemented college recruiting and career fair initiatives through participation – direct contact with potential new hires, public relations and network building for the organization.
  • Managed regional recruiting initiative, monitored performance targets through data collection and analysis, liaison with HR Manager with recruitment metrics and progress in region.
  • Researched, compiled & analyzed compensation data for evaluation of future pay grade structure for field staff.
  • Lead for implementation of an internal Joint Health and Safety Committee and health and safety program.

MCI Group Canada Inc.Human Resource Specialist (Contract)2011

Corporate Event Planning Firm

  • Designed and implemented an employee management filing system for 59 external casual event staff, which included drafting of employment forms, data collection and tracking, and management of employee information under PIPEDA. Result was a more streamlined, centralized and accurate tracking systemof staff.
  • Working with the Project Manager, liaison with outsourced staffing firm Nasco, regarding staff requirements needed for the Sibos 2011 conference.This led to a balanced approach to staff budget and allocated funds.
  • Lead for online security registration of 170 event staff for the international Sibos 2011 conference in Toronto.Registration gave our management team & staff full security clearance to access all secured levels at the event.

NHI Nursing & Homemakers Inc. Human Resources Coordinator2006 – 2011

Health Care Firm

  • Provided all recruitment services for Healthcare and Dental Professionals in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Conductedover 900 face-to-face interviews. Selection source for candidates and PR for our diverse community.
  • Liaison with Provincial Nursing body (CNO) – verified individual registration/information on active membership.
  • Increased qualified applicant pool by 20% through innovated print and web-based advertising using targeted providers. Achieved a 25% increase in applicant traffic flow on company website through promotion of on-line services/define employment job categories.
  • Using the Mindscope Software (ATS), monitored all external staff data ensuring up to date and accuracy of personnel information.
  • Researched, developed and rolled-outan employee handbook for all external healthcare field staff.
  • Participated in the Toronto Police Services PRCP policy change on vulnerable sector/mental health act reference checking seminar - related to healthcare providers working with vulnerable clients.
  • Committee member for the re-certification process through Accreditation Canada (Accredited by ISQua).

Dr. Bernstein’s Diet & Health ClinicsRecruitment Coordinator (Regional)2005 – 2006

Health Care Diet Clinics

  • Full-cycle recruitment of Healthcare Professionals in Western Canada and South Eastern Ontario. Hired 90 Nurses and Medical Receptionist in 10 months.
  • Created and posted employment advertisement using web-based (Workopolis, Monster) and print media. Generated a 15%increase in qualified candidates for the selection process through our Taleo tracking system.
  • Reduced turnover by 25% in 7 months for 21 clinics in B.C. Alberta and Ontario. Reduction in turnover lead to a more streamlined recruiting process focused on organizational expansion in Western Canada.
  • Builtrelationships with Provincial Nursing bodies. Verified nursing registrations and data collection of all healthcare providers’ licensed in the field.
  • Managed internal/external job postings, metric reports and recruitment statistics updating Director of HR with clinic vacancy status. Collaborated with HR team on retention and recruitingstrategies for targeted area clinics.
  • Involved in HR projects and tasks; such as updated policy reviews, recruitment initiatives and strategies for the Western clinics (referral program) and company orientation with our U.S. based clinic staff.
  • Forwarded all documentation to new employees such as hiring packages and benefit enrollment information.

Bell Canada (BDI)Human Resources Administrator2002 – 2005

Tele-Communication

  • Supported HR team through administrative functions, database management of personnel files accurately using SAP HR and arranged internal client monthly meetings.
  • Coordinated training program and materials for “Who Moved My Cheese” training seminar and workshop – based on team building exercises and motivation. Training teams were able to function more effectively and efficiently in a diverse team environment.
  • Researched and revised HR policies and procedures manual - guide line tool for head office and retail store personnel. Revisions approved and introduced into retail chain as guidance oncompany protocol.
  • Managed database for BDI HR share drive web-sites and screened applicants using the Mc Quaig system – an effective employment testing procedure used to predict job performance of candidates.
  • Provided initial documentation for all new employees regarding the benefit enrollment process.
  • Lead for project on Dress Code and Workplace Diversity in relation to current employee and organizational trends within BDI – documents reviewed and implemented by Director of HR.

Correctional Services of CanadaHuman Resources Assistant (Contract)2002 - 2002

Regional Headquarters (RHQ)

  • Supported HR team with administrative duties, and completed all revisions to Government Staffing procedural handbook for Correctional Facilities in South Eastern Ontario.
  • Participated in management meetings dealing with Labour Management & Grievance/Union Procedures for renewal of the collective agreement with the local union.
  • Processed all incoming candidate application forms,developed and mailed hiring/information packages and response letters to potential candidates in the selection process.
  • Scheduledall candidate interviews and administered on site testing procedures for the HR hiring managers.

EDUCATION TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION

Business Administration, Human Resources Management (Diploma Completed)1999 – 2002

St. Lawrence College - Applied Arts & Technology

Human Resource Courses (Recruitment & Selection, HR Planning, Organizational Behaviour)2008 - 2009
George Brown College - Applied Arts & Technology
Total Quality Management (T.Q.M) Certificate2002

St. Lawrence College - Applied Arts & Technology

Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA), Toronto Chapter – Current Member2009 – Present

Currently working toward CHRP designation

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Howard J. Clarke Contact #: (647) 822-2247 E-mail: