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Education
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Professional Development Courses
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Dean Lang

Lethbridge,Canada

Summary

Dedicated Management Professional with over 24 years of experience in the Royal Canadian Navy, specializing in Naval Communications and Information Technology. Proven expertise in Human Resources functions including staffing, recruitment, performance evaluations, and grievance handling. Holds a Top-Secret security clearance and advanced skills in Oracle HRMS and Microsoft Office Suite. Committed to leveraging cross-functional leadership and communication skills to support organizational objectives. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Shuttle Driver

Davis GMC
Lethbridge, Canada
11.2019 - 03.2020
  • Part time shuttle driver for Davis GMC
  • Was laid off due to COVID-19

Manager

Royal Canadian Legion #7
Blairmore, Canada
11.2014 - 07.2018
  • The key person to the organization and the right-hand person to the President
  • Complete all forms, reports, questionnaires and advise the Executive Committee of all circulars and directives received from all Legion levels
  • With the President, prepare an agenda for the use of the President or Chairman
  • Ensure a true and accurate account of all monies received and paid out by the Branch and a record of all other financial transactions were maintained
  • Accountable to the President, Executive Committee and the general membership
  • Implement cash handling procedures and monitor that they are being followed IAW procedure
  • Assist with the development of a budget and business plan annually

Enjoyed Retirement

06.2013 - 11.2014
  • Travelled to visit family and friends
  • Enjoyed the time off after 24+ years of hard and dedicated work

Fleet Information Systems Administrator

CFB Esquimalt
01.2012 - 06.2013
  • Main point of contact for the West Coast fleet regarding I.T. Issues on board Her Majesty's Canadian (HMC) Ships.
  • Ensured I.T. updates for classified and unclassified systems were conducted every week at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Esquimalt and on HMC Ships.
  • Assisted with the development of new software installed at CFB Esquimalt, and on HMC Ships.

Training Officer

Maritime Pacific Headquarters
01.2008 - 01.2012
  • Identified training and development needs within an organization through job analysis, appraisal schemes and regular consultation with business managers and human resources departments
  • Designed and developed training and development programs based on both the organization's and the individual's needs
  • Devised individual learning plans
  • Produced training materials for in-house courses
  • Managed the delivery of training and development programs and, devised a training strategy
  • Monitored and reviewed the progress of trainees through questionnaires and discussions with managers to ensure statutory training requirements were met
  • Evaluated training and development programs and amended or revised programs in order to adapt to changes occurring in the work environment
  • Kept up to date with new developments in training
  • Knowledge of e-learning techniques, including the creation and delivery of e-learning packages

Information Technology Administrator

Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship Winnipeg
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Conducted Security Clearance interviews
  • Informed users about security measures, explained potential threats, installed software, implemented security measures and monitored networks
  • Responsible for gathering information necessary to maintain security and established functioning external barriers such as firewalls and other security measures
  • Defined, created and maintained documentation for certification and accreditation of each information system in accordance with government requirements
  • Assessed the impacts on system modifications and technological advances
  • Reviewed systems in order to identify potential security weaknesses, recommended improvements to amend vulnerabilities, implement changes and document upgrades
  • Liaised with outside agencies with regards to further investigation

Workplace Safety Co-ordinator

Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Lead safety committee functions
  • Facilitated safety committee meetings
  • Responsible for scheduling monthly safety committee meetings that reviewed all accidents, accident investigation reports, inspection reports, training and any other safety issues
  • Oversaw corrective action
  • Implemented a weekly schedule of safety lectures
  • Compiled a yearly report for Senior Management

Education

High School Diploma -

Crowsnest Consolidated High School
01.1988

Skills

  • Calm under pressure
  • Organization and time management
  • Troubleshooting
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Analytical thinking
  • Customer service
  • Verbal communication
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Cultural awareness
  • Problem-solving

Certification

CDI College, Victoria, BC: CompTIA A+ Certification, CompTIA Network+ Certification, Microsoft Windows Server and Exchange Management, IT Security Fundamentals, Linux Operating System, Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency, IBM Domino Server Administration, and Maintenance of Windows 7 and Windows 10

Microsoft Courses: #2152, #1572, #2274, #2275, #2276, #2277, #2087, #2278, #2279, #2823; Solaris UNIX; R5 Domino Designer and Administration; Lotus Notes 5.0

Conflict Management Courses:

Workplace Relations Advisor and Harassment Advisor Course, Conflict Management and Alternative Dispute Resolution, Interest Base Negotiation and Dispute Resolution, Sexual Harassment and Racism Prevention, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills.

Professional Development Courses

Professional Development Courses, Time Management, Team-Building, Organizational Behaviour, Personnel Evaluations, Instructional Techniques, Preparing and Presenting Lesson Plans, Supervisory and Management Skills, Communications, Organizational Development

Accomplishments

  • Canadian Forces Decoration (CD1)
  • Southwest Asian Service Medal with Afghanistan Bar
  • Gulf and Kuwait Medal
  • Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medal

Personal Information

Total Experience: 24 years, 1 week serving in the Royal Canadian Navy. Honorable discharge on 06/01/13

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Shuttle Driver

Davis GMC
11.2019 - 03.2020

Manager

Royal Canadian Legion #7
11.2014 - 07.2018

Enjoyed Retirement

06.2013 - 11.2014

Fleet Information Systems Administrator

CFB Esquimalt
01.2012 - 06.2013

Training Officer

Maritime Pacific Headquarters
01.2008 - 01.2012

Information Technology Administrator

Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship Winnipeg
01.2007 - 01.2008

Workplace Safety Co-ordinator

Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt
01.2005 - 01.2007

High School Diploma -

Crowsnest Consolidated High School
Dean Lang