Charles MacDonald's Resume

Charles R. MacDonald BA

Stittsville, Ontario

K2S 1G9

Residence Phone: (613) 836-7299
E-mail: cmacd@TelecomOttawa.net

Profile:

Self-motivated, self learner, with a strong background in research and analysis. Trouble-shooter and problem solver with extensive computer skills. Proven written and oral communications ability. Team Player; resourceful, well- organised and able to assume responsibility. Has the ability to interrelate facts and observations from several disciplines to reach decisions.

Education:

• Carleton University BA in Law (Legal Studies), February 1992
• Computer Science - ("c", Pascal, Intel assembly language)
• NRI Electronic Equipment servicing
• Nikon School
• SCUBA Diving

Special Qualifications:

• Citizenship: Canadian
• High score on the ELO examination (Public Service Commission)
• Membership: ARMA National Capital Chapter.

Professional Accomplishments:

Informatics:

• Advised management on technical issues involved in redeveloping computer systems to a client-server environment
• Communicated with computer consultants on issues related to the performance of their contract
• Selected and procured computer systems based on Intel P5 architecture
• Maintained two usenet frequently asked questions postings
• Configured and installed Computers
• Assisted and trained users in a major LAN conversion
• Attended Working Group on Bar Code use (TBITS).
• Evaluated and provided consultation concerning software products
• Explained computer products to end users
• Attended trade shows and reported industry trends
• Repaired computers, maintained parts and software.

Project Management:

• Analysed Legislative Proposals from Labour Canada
• Prepared statistics on accidents in the marine sector using database software
• Interpreted documents and cases for field personnel
• Recommend changes in the Safe Working Practices Regulations, and the Marine OSH Regulations
• Co-ordinated proposed changes to the Regulations made under the Canada Labour Code Part II
• Reported on trends in Marine safety
• Studied the options available for maintaining an inventory of Departmental assets
• Developed documents for Working Group meetings

Communications:

• Investigated safety problems
• Liaison with Technical Services of Labour Canada
• Wrote meeting summaries, reports, and proposals
• Developed contacts with industry stakeholders
• Performed literature research of safety issues
• Attended industry conferences
• Developed customer base
• Expedited collections of accounts

Administration/Information Management:

• Arranged contracts with consultants
• Controlled mailing database system
• Co-ordinated service to office machines
• Assisted the employer in complying with the National Archives Act
• Provided effective routing of services
• Implemented a customer service record system
• Procured goods and services

Technical Experience:

• Assisted clients with procedures and document layout
• Provided reprographic and photographic services
• Produced Microfiche
• Controlled and produced permanent microfilm of census questionnaires

Hobbies and Interests:

SCUBA Diving, Bicycling, Skating, Photography, Swimming, Computers, Motion Pictures

Career Summary:

• Human Resources Development Jun 96 - Present
  Information Management
• Transport Canada - Ship Safety Branch Jun. 93 - May 96
  Project Officer Informatics
  A/OSH Officer
  
• Labour Canada Dec. 87-Jun. 93
  Special Project - Asset Management
  Legislative Assistant OSH LDL
  Financial and Administrative Services
  
• Canadian Labour Congress/ Labour Canada /Statistics Canada 1984 - 1987
  
• Frantek Software and Micron Distributing 1983
  
• Compumart 1978 - 1982
  Service Manager

University Summary:

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