Bulletins/Announcements (from the HRM Program Office)

Bulletin archives:

2015 Bulletins

July 23, 2015

Fall 2015 and Winter 2016 course enrolment

Fall open enrolment is July 27 thru September 25.
Winter course selection week is July 30 thru August 7.

You are strongly advised to take early advantage of your enrolment opportunities to avoid disappointment.

HRM course availability F2015 thru S2016 is posted on the HRM website.
A link to Psychology courses is at the top of the page.

Note new sections of HRM 200 ONL and HRM 303 W2016.

We were hoping to offer a new section of HRM 305 F2015 but unfortunately have had to cancel that section.

Psych 465 (Applied Apprenticeship) and Psych 467 (HR Apprenticeship) will not be offered Winter 2016. Future plans are unknown at this time. The Department needs to explore possible revisions to these courses that would:

enhance the value of the courses for students,
clarify the relevance and learning outcomes of the courses within the Psychology and HRM programs, and
promote a more stable list of practicum locations so that course enrolment decisions can be confirmed before start of term.

June 23, 2015

Employment opportunity

The Dean Group is currently hiring for a bilingual customer service role. Although this is not an HR role, it is a new grad opportunity with a great company. The Dean Group has had people start in CS and move to other departments after one year of work.

Dean Group is currently recruiting for a Bilingual (FRENCH), (Tier 1) Customer Care Representative for our client in Waterloo. This is for a permanent opportunity with one of the area’s leading IT companies. Our client offers’ exceptional benefits, stock options, and a competitive salary.
The selected candidate will have a Post-Secondary Education and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Bilingual Customer Service role, and have a good technical background. Previous call centre experience is considered an asset. You must be able to work all shifts including weekends.
Some of the responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to:
• Handling customer support issues
• Maintaining complete, current issue tracking and support documentation (FAQs, etc.)
• Assisting with Quality Assurance and troubleshooting when necessary
You must be able to communicate in English and French, both written and verbal and be able to assist customers in a professional manner at all times. If you’re an energetic person who’s looking for an exciting new role with an outstanding employers, please send your resume in an MS Word document to Dawn Wickham - dwickham@deangroup.ca

May 8, 2015

June 2015 Convocation News!

Congratulations to 173 students graduating with an HRM academic plan at June 2015 Convocation:

HRM Minor: 151
HRM Option: 2
HRM Specialization – Psychology Majors: 3
HRM Specialization - Arts & Business Majors: 12
HRM Diploma: 5

For those graduating in June, your name will be removed from this mailing list shortly after convocation. I would welcome news from our graduating class about your future plans, especially if they’re anything HR-related, so I can share that information with other HR students on our website.

On behalf of the Department of Psychology and the HRM Program, congratulations to each of you for all your achievements at Waterloo. We wish you continued success in your future endeavours!

May 22, 2015

Employment opportunity

Albarrie_Canada_Limited (located in Barrie, Ontario) is seeking an HR_assistant and HR_manager.

May 11, 2015

Volunteers needed for UW's Canada Day Celebration!

Apply online (see Canada_Day_2015_Volunteers).

Volunteering is a wonderful way to share your enthusiasm and contribute to building a strong connection with the University of Waterloo and the Region of Waterloo community!

April 30, 2015

Course grades needed to register for CKE June 2015

If you need Winter course grades sent to HRPA by the May 22 deadline please email the HRM Advisor (include your ID# and the grades you need sent). I'm coordinating grade submission with Kelly Morris at HRPA.

April 15, 2015

Paid and volunteer research assistant positions available in OB/HRM at Wilfrid Laurier University Spring 2015: RApositions_S2015_WLU

March 26, 2015

UW MATES Peer Support Program

UW MATES is a counselling-based, one-on-one peer support program offered by University of Waterloo Counselling Services. MATES provides services to students who are experiencing social difficulties, transitional problems into university and/or Canadian culture and mental health difficulties.

Location: 2nd Floor of Health Services (receptionist on this floor can direct you to the office) Drop-in hours: 1pm to 4pm Monday to Friday

Appointments: mates@uwaterloo.ca

Website: uwmates.weebly.com

Facebook: Facebook.com/UWMates

Our team is also having an event next Saturday that involves a jog around Ring Road and serving chili afterwards. Come one, come all!

https://www.facebook.com/events/454694598019973/

March 20, 2015

HRPA Membership Savings!

HRPA is offering substantial savings on a one-year membership: $90 including HST, which will be active until May 2016.

Application forms are available in my office (PAS 4053) and must be returned to me no later than Tuesday March 31 to qualify for this price. Use the discount code ‘UW2015’ on the application form. No cash or cheques.

March 18, 2015

Centre for Career Development seeking Student Career Leaders

Student Career Leaders wanted for the 2015-2016 academic year. Contact Rebecca Burwell if you have any questions.

March 10, 2015

UWHRS End-of-term Event

Hello HRM students!

Our end of term guest speakers event is quickly approaching! We will have three HR Directors from Communitech, Ontario Power Generation, and Magnet Forensics coming to provide insight into how they established their careers in HR and their experiences in the field. They will also talk about current HR trends, and much more:

Monday, March 16th, 2015
4:30 to 6:30 P.M.
QNC 1501

The panel will be open for discussion and questions afterwards - this is an event that you do not want to miss out on! Please join our Facebook event! Refreshments will be provided.

Can't make it? Follow us online:

Facebook: facebook.com/uwhrsociety
Twitter: @uwhrsociety
LinkedIn: University of Waterloo Human Resources Society
Webpage: https://uwaterloo.ca/psychology/human-resources-management-program/get-involved/uwaterloo-human-resources-society (under construction)

Hope to see you there,
Your UW Human Resources Society executives

March 5, 2015

HRPA/CHRP Information Session

We will be hosting an information session for those interested in learning more about the Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA) and the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation:

Wed March 18, 2015 | 1.30-3pm | PAS 2083

Please register to attend: https://uwaterloo.ca/psychology/human-resources-management-program/student-success/get-involved/events

March 4, 2015

Fall 2015 Course Selection Week

Course Selection Week for Fall 2015 is March 4 through March 10. You are strongly encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to enrol because the next enrolment window for Fall 2015 (i.e., open enrolment) won’t be until the end of July.

HRM course offerings for Spring 2015 through Spring 2016 are on our website, including a link to Psychology courses (e.g., PSYCH 338, 339, 340):

https://uwaterloo.ca/psychology/human-resources-management-program/courses/human-resources-management-hrm-course-availability

I’m receiving a lot of inquiries asking about course times. I won’t know course dates/times until mid-July. The HRM-labelled courses are usually late afternoon or evening to accommodate the HR instructors. The PSYCH-labelled courses can be any time. We request that none of the HRM required courses will conflict but again, I won’t have any further details until mid-July.

February 10, 2015

Job opportunity at KW Community Foundations

KWCF has a posting open on our Philanthropic Services team (Leadership Programs Coordinator - CCK). This would be an entry-level to mid-level staff role for someone looking to work in the NFP/charitable sector.

Brendan M. Sheehan
Director, Philanthropic Services
Kitchener and Waterloo Community Foundation

February 6, 2015

Resume Writing Event

To all HRM students,

Mark your calendars! The UW HR Society is holding a Resume Writing event directed by HRM Program Director, Mr. Vince Di Ruzza:

Monday, February 23rd, 2015 (day after Reading Week ends)
4:30 P.M.
QNC 1501

Attend to learn some tips and pointers for an effective resume before your next round of co-op or summer job interviews! The event will be held in a lecture-style format, so BYOR (bring your own resume) to mark up and make notes!

Like us on Facebook and RSVP to the event page!

Hope to see you there,
Your UW HR Society executives
(Tina, Subashini, Yoon, Peter, and Sharon)
uwhrsociety@gmail.com

February 3, 2015

HR positions available at Blackberry

We are currently looking to fill some HR roles at BlackBerry starting May 4^th to Aug. 28^th. You can send any referrals onto myself, and/or apply directly to our website at https://www.blackberry.com/us/en/company/careers?careerStatus=1,9.

Health and Safety Student

HR Analytics Student

Kind Regards,

Cohl Brianna Johnston
Campus Recruitment Specialist
Phone: 519-597-8074
cjohnston@blackberry.comcjohnston@blackberry.com

February 2, 2015

Explore Your Options in Law

Unsure of what you want to do after graduation? The Legal Studies Society and Centre for Career Development can help!

Join us for a career night and hear from professionals in the field of law.

Thursday February 5^th 6:00-7:30pm TC 2218

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

Thank you,

Katie Schafer, MIRHR
Career Advisor, Centre for Career Development
519-888-4567 ext. 36055
kschafer@uwaterloo.ca

uwaterloo.ca/career-action
uwaterloo.ca/co-operative-education
uwaterloo.ca/hire

January 27, 2015

HRPA-GV Student Committee Presents: New HR Professionals Panel and Networking at the Tannery on February 11th from 6pm onwards! If you're seriously considering a career in the HR field, this event is perfect for you.

Register by Feb 3rd for this Feb 11 event!
https://www.hrpa.ca/HRPAChapters/grandvalley

Why should you come?

Networking opportunities like no other – Participants will also have a chance to network with other students and new professionals who share a keen interest in the field of HR.
A panel of great HR professionals to answer your questions and share their experiences
Free food and gifts!
This event is open to both HRPA members and non-members and will give participants an opportunity to hear from industry professionals and gain insight into the job market. The event is COMPLETELY FREE!

Topics of Discussion:

Learn more about the CHRP, how it can help your career, and how to obtain the CHRP/CHRL designation
Listen from individuals who have experience obtaining and succeeding in their profession
Learn more about what companies look for when filling entry level positions
Learn how volunteering can help your professional development

*For those individuals that are non-HRPA members, select "Sign up as a new Contact" - this will allow you to register, while bypassing the required HRPA information.

Sincerely,
HRPA Student Liaison

January 22, 2015

To all HRM students,

Just a reminder that the Meet the Professionals Event is this upcoming Monday! So long as you are an HRM student, this event is open to you:

Monday, January 26th, 2015
6:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M.
PAS Lounge (3005)

This event is great opportunity for you to meet and talk to instructors outside of the formal classroom setting! Come ask questions about their experience in the field, their university/post-grad experience, and other questions about the world of HRM in general.

As well, food (Vincenzo's) and beverages (Starbucks) will be provided! :-)

Hope to see you there,
Your UW Human Resources Society executives

January 22, 2015

HRPA - Grand Valley Student Scholarship

The Grand Valley HRPA Student Scholarships information is now posted and we are currently accepting applications. We ask that students go to this web page to complete our online application form prior to March 1st: https://www.hrpa.ca/HRPAChapters/grandvalley

We will be giving away a total of 3 $1000 scholarships to current HR students, including one student from the University of Waterloo.

Please advise if you have any questions.

Thank you,

Karleigh Buist |Student Committee Chair - HRPA Grand Valley | Entry Level HR|
T 519-505-3442
E Karleighbuist@gmail.com

January 14, 2015

Further Education Boot Camp
Saturday January 31, 2015
Tatham Centre

17 workshops in one day
Experts from health, business, law, teaching
Application requirements / admission test info
Create your program at: https://uwaterloo.ca/events/events/further-education-bootcamp-volunteer-your-career

Pam Waechter
Career Advisor, Centre for Career Development
waechter@uwaterloo.ca

January 12, 2015

Great learning opportunity for your students!

Canada’s aging workforce must balance their jobs with the needs of elderly loved ones.

HRPA, in conjunction with the Federal, Provincial and Territorial Seniors Forum Secretariat, Ministry of Employment and Social Development, is offering a special event on Creating Caregiver Friendly Workplaces, featuring a distinguished panel of experts moderated by the former CHRO of the House of Commons and workshop to formulate and discuss strategies for organizations to make it easier for employees to manage family needs along with the demands of the workplace. Tuesday afternoon, January 20, 2015, at the MTCC, South Building just before the start of HRPA’s Annual Conference.

On behalf of both organizations, we have made approximately 75 seats available for HR students, free of charge. If you would like to pass this opportunity along to your students, we will accept registrations on a first come first served basis. Ask them to use discount code 2WK5XE5B.

For more information on this important event, visit: https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/EventLobbyServlet?target=registration.jsp&eventid=923932&sessionid=1&key=7D463F34B4C920C6C0254CFD3235B18B&sourcepage=register

Regards,

Dino Falvo
Director, Membership and Chapter Relations
Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA)

dfalvo@hrpa.ca
Tel: 416.923.2324 x 303 Cell: 647.261.0589
Toll Free: 1.800.387.1311 x 303
Fax: 416.923.7264
150 Bloor Street West, Suite 200
Toronto, Ontario M5S 2X9

HRPA Social: Twitter I Facebook I YouTube I LinkedIn
HRPA Web: www.HRPA.ca I www.HireAuthorityCanada.com

January 12, 2015

Welcome back, HRM students!

Need a new professional headshot for your LinkedIn profile? Need an updated photo for your business card? The UW Human Resources Society is teaming up with ARBUS Society and the UW Photography Club to bring you a professional headshot event:

Monday, January 19th, 2015
6:00 to 8:00 P.M.
QNC 1501
Snacks and refreshments will be provided

The event will operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. This event will also open to all ARTS students! Please RSVP:
http://goo.gl/forms/JyTTDojnLU

Link with us online:
Facebook: facebook.com/uwhrsociety
Twitter: @uwhrsociety
LinkedIn: University of Waterloo Human Resources Society
Webpage: https://uwaterloo.ca/psychology/human-resources-management-program/get-involved/uwaterloo-human-resources-society (under construction)
Membership Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCRwZKBiStlSVE-dYBU9hgt76QH80q5XdUSVGeQOS6-qR1xQ/viewform?c=0&w=1

Hope to see you there,
Tina, Subashini, Yoon, Bhav, and Peter
(Your UW Human Resources Society executives)

January 9, 2015

HR Administrative Assistant position, The Dean Group

Position: HR Administrative Assistant

Department: Human Resources

Reporting to: Employee Relations Specialist

Accountabilities:

Maintenance of employee confidential files, training records and attendance management
Administration of vacation time; data entry
Prepare and coordinate new hire packages and orientation packages
Participate in a variety of HR activities/projects ex. Employee Events, Career Fairs etc.
Assist in skills assessment arrangements (job posting, resume screening, phone interviews, testing, reference checks, etc.)
Recording Safety meeting minutes, upkeep of safety records & alerts, data entry of safety documents, support of Centra’s wellness program

Qualifications:

Post secondary education in a HR related program
Excellent attention to detail and organization
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Good communication/interpersonal skills
Excellent computer skills; experience with ADP, Filehold, People@Work , or HRIS systems preferred

Andrew Swatridge| Search Consultant- Industrial Division

DEAN GROUP
T. 519.568.7778 | F. 519.568.7805 | M. 519.240.2025|aswatridge@deangroup.ca
209 Frederick St. Suite 101 Kitchener ON N2H 2M7