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Many HR staff work within established portfolios to provide service to specific faculties and departments across campus. 

  • use the HR directory for a complete listing of HR staff by team, including contact information.
  • use the keyword search and/or filters on this page to identify the HR staff member supporting your faculty or department.

HR services overview

Administrates enrolment in health benefit coverage, premiums and leave provisions; responds to benefit-related inquiries.

Facilitates smooth job postings, equitable salary administration and consistent job ratings with a focus on hiring manager support and resourcing.

Advises and supports leaders in areas of workplace dispute resolution, performance management, employee relations and change management.

Provides advice on interpreting staff union collective agreements and supports labour related issues, including grievance handling and collective bargaining.

Supports employee growth and workplace culture through team development, leadership training and inclusive learning programs.

Helps employees and supervisors navigate employee health and wellness processes including illness, injury, return to work and medical accommodations.

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Paul Tayag

HR Associate

HR advising

Paul supports UVic Temporary Staffing Solutions and the UVic Careers staff posting platform.

250-721-6530

Michael Lancaster

Associate Director, Labour Relations

Labour relations HR consulting

Michael is responsible for the consistent administration of the University's staff union collective agreements and related labour relations policies. Michael cultivates collaborative relationships with staff unions and university management employees. He leads collective bargaining and manages union grievances / arbitrations with the intention to maintain a productive and harmonious workplace.

250-472-5256

Laurelle Inouye

Human Resources Consultant

Faculty of Fine Arts Office of VP Academic and Provost Occupational Health, Safety and Environment Budget Office Campus Security Accounting Institutional Planning and Analysis Research Accounting Faculty of Law Learning and Teaching Support and Innovation Purchasing Co-op and Career Services Campus Planning and Sustainability Equity and Human Rights Office of Indigenous Academic and Community Engagement Office of VP Finance and Operations Faculty of Education Pension Services University Secretary Internal Audit Financial Services Human Resources Libraries Work life consulting

HR Consultants work within their assigned portfolio as the first point of contact to identify needs and provide HR advice, guidance, coaching and facilitation services.

250-853-3244

Laurie Mitchell

Human Resources Consultant

Enrolment Services Graduate Admissions and Records Advising Centre for Humanities, Science and Social Sciences Multifaith Student Recruitment Faculty of Science Student Wellness, Recreation and Athletics Centre for Accessible Learning Student Development and Success Residence Services Faculty of Social Sciences Office of Student Affairs Health Services Student Awards and Financial Aid Undergrad Admissions and Record Office of the Registrar HR consulting

HR Consultants work within their assigned portfolio as the first point of contact to identify needs and provide HR advice, guidance, coaching and facilitation services.

250-721-8090

Cynthia Agwo

Human Resources Consultant

Alumni Relations and Develoment University Systems Community and Government Relations University Centre Farquhar Auditorium Office of Global Engagement English Language Centre Office of VP External Relations Ceremonies and Events Advancement Services UVic Legacy Art Galleries Division of Continuing Studies Faculty of Graduate Studies Faculty of Health Office of the President Ocean Networks Canada University Communications and Marketing HR consulting

HR Consultants work within their assigned portfolio as the first point of contact to identify needs and provide HR advice, guidance, coaching and facilitation services.

250-472-4348

Chelsey Evans

Human Resources Consultant

Faculty of Humanitites Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science Research Services Gustavson Research Centres and Research Groups Island Medical Program Office of VP Research and Innovation Division of Medical Sciences HR consulting

HR Consultants work within their assigned portfolio as the first point of contact to identify needs and provide HR advice, guidance, coaching and facilitation services.

250-472-5492

Christie Jeklin

Human Resources Consultant

Work life consulting

HR Consultants work within their assigned portfolio as the first point of contact to identify needs and provide HR advice, guidance, coaching and facilitation services.

250-472-4248

Mandie LaMontagne

Human Resources Consultant

HR consulting

HR Consultants work within their assigned portfolio as the first point of contact to identify needs and provide HR advice, guidance, coaching and facilitation services.

250-853-3207

Alana Jordan

Human Resources Associate

Labour relations HR consulting

The Human Resources Associate participates as a member of the HR Consulting Services team to provide administrative support and technical assistance on a wide variety of HR issues.

250-721-8906

Cordelia Horsburgh

Human Resources Associate

Labour relations HR consulting

The Human Resources Associate participates as a member of the HR Consulting Services team to provide administrative support and technical assistance on a wide variety of HR issues.

250-472-4347

Karissa Sovdi

Director, Organization Development and Learning Services

Learning and organization development

Karissa works with colleagues to design and deliver programs, projects and services that make UVic a great place to work. This includes providing oversight to leadership development, and employee learning, recognition, engagement and conflict fluency alongside other strategic HR initiatives.

250-721-8559

Nella Larkins

Organization Development Consultant

Learning and organization development

Nella collaborates with colleagues and partners to design and deliver programs, projects and services that support people-centered priorities and make UVic a great place to work.

250-472-5446

Alison Ambroso

Learning and Leadership Consultant

Learning and organization development

Alison supports university-wide aspirations outlined in the Equity Action Plan, the Indigenous Plan and the Strategic Plan by designing and delivering learning programs that help foster inclusive, resilient and adaptive leadership. She leads the employee learning program and leadership development opportunities that support leaders in responding to complexity with confidence, compassion and clarity.

250-472-4976

Rayael Michalski

HR Programs & Projects Manager

Learning and organization development

Rayael supports strategic HR initiatives that strengthen employee learning, recognition and organizational culture. She collaborates with colleagues and partners to create inclusive, people-centred experiences that align with UVic’s values and help employees feel seen, supported and empowered.

250-472-4931

Karen Manders

Program Coordinator

Learning and organization development

Karen delivers comprehensive administrative support for UVic’s employee learning and leadership programs. She manages the learning management system, plans, promotes and implements learning events and serves as the primary contact for L&D services. She also supports the ODLS team on a wide range of strategic projects.

250-472-4023

Orvis Starkweather

People and Equity Analytics Advisor

Learning and organization development

Orvis uses equity-centered analytics to provide advice, guidance and consultation to improve people-related decisions and advance UVic’s priorities. They are a full-stack analyst that support problem definition, build solutions, and provide actionable insights, with a focus on initiatives that promote equity.

250-472-4587

Tine Lathouwers

Associate Director, Employee Health & Wellbeing Services

Benefits Work life consulting Health promotion

Tine is responsible of the effective administration of the University’s employee health and wellness benefits and disability management programs.

250-721-8089

Boriana Tzatcheva

HR Advisor

English Language Centre Faculty of Education UVic Legacy Art Galleries Faculty of Science Division of Continuing Studies Student Development and Success Libraries Student Recruitment ONECard University Systems Division of Medical Sciences Faculty of Graduate Studies Campus Security Gustavson University Food Services Printing Services Campus Engagement Child Care Services Residence Services Centre for Accessible Learning Office of Student Life Bookstore HR advising

HR Advisors provide support/coaching and consultative services to leaders and managers on recruitment programs and initiatives at the University based on their assigned portfolio. In addition, their role assists clients with the University’s staff job evaluation and salary systems.

250-721-7464

Sarah Howe

HR Advisor

International Centre for Students Undergrad Admissions and Record Multifaith Advising Centre for Humanities, Science and Social Sciences Student Wellness, Recreation and Athletics Island Medical Program Facilities Management Health Services Enrolment Services Campus Planning and Sustainability Division of Medical Sciences Graduate Admissions and Records Faculty of Law Office of Global Engagement Equity and Human Rights Faculty of Fine Arts Office of the Registrar Faculty of Health Student Awards and Financial Aid Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science HR advising

HR Advisors provide support/coaching and consultative services to leaders and managers on recruitment programs and initiatives at the University based on their assigned portfolio. In addition, their role assists clients with the University’s staff job evaluation and salary systems.

250-472-4359

Katie Bartel

HR Advisor

University Secretary Ceremonies and Events Learning and Teaching Support and Innovation Community and Government Relations ONECard Student Recruitment Faculty of Graduate Studies Libraries UVic Legacy Art Galleries Printing Services Alumni Relations and Develoment Student Development and Success Bookstore Faculty of Humanitites University Communications and Marketing Advancement Services University Centre Farquhar Auditorium HR advising

HR Advisors provide support/coaching and consultative services to leaders and managers on recruitment programs and initiatives at the University based on their assigned portfolio. In addition, their role assists clients with the University’s staff job evaluation and salary systems.

250-472-4029

Marine Bégis

HR Advisor

CanAssist Accounting Research Centres and Research Groups Purchasing Financial Services Faculty of Social Sciences Research Accounting Pension Services Ocean Networks Canada Research Services Office of VP Research and Innovation Co-op and Career Services HR advising

HR Advisors provide support/coaching and consultative services to leaders and managers on recruitment programs and initiatives at the University based on their assigned portfolio. In addition, their role assists clients with the University’s staff job evaluation and salary systems.

250-472-4507

Larissa Pepper

Manager, Compensation and Recruitment Services

HR advising

Larissa is responsible for the effective management of compensation systems and recruitment services. In addition she provides support/coaching and consultative services to a portfolio of leaders and managers on staff recruitment, job evaluation and salary systems.

250-721-8093

Melanie Gillespie

Work Life Consultant

Office of VP Indigenous Ocean Networks Canada Equity and Human Rights Co-op and Career Services Faculty of Fine Arts Office of Indigenous Academic and Community Engagement Facilities Management University Systems University Secretary Work life consulting

Work Life Consultants support employees and managers in areas of return to work, accommodation planning and long term disability benefits.

250-721-8450

Kelly Simpson

Work Life Consultant

Pension Services Faculty of Law Office of VP Finance and Operations Faculty of Humanitites Office of VP Research and Innovation Faculty of Social Sciences Research Services Purchasing Accounting Research Centres and Research Groups Faculty of Education Faculty of Science Learning and Teaching Support and Innovation Campus Security CanAssist Financial Services Budget Office Research Accounting Work life consulting

Work Life Consultants support employees and managers in areas of return to work, accommodation planning and long term disability benefits.

250-472-5228

David Morgan

Work Life Consultant

Centre for Accessible Learning Division of Continuing Studies Bookstore Child Care Services Residence Services ONECard Office of VP Academic and Provost Office of Student Affairs English Language Centre Printing Services Office of Student Life Student Development and Success Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science Work life consulting

Work Life Consultants support employees and managers in areas of return to work, accommodation planning and long term disability benefits.

250-721-6379

Romy Weatherston

Benefits Assistant

Benefits

Benefits Assistants are responsible for determining benefits eligibility and participation requirements, and assisting with the communication of benefits information for all employee groups and benefit plans at the University.

250-721-6522

Jennifer Thompson

Benefits Assistant

Benefits

Benefits Assistants are responsible for determining benefits eligibility and participation requirements, and assisting with the communication of benefits information for all employee groups and benefit plans at the University.

250-721-6522

Jacquie Parker

HR Program and Project Manager

HR advising

Jacquie supports programs in the Employment Services unit. She is also responsible for coordinating the Temporary Staffing Solutions casual pool function on campus, managing UVic Careers and supporting the Total Compensation & Recruitment programs.

250-721-6530

Kane Kilbey

Associate Vice-President, Human Resources

HR administration

Kane is responsible for all facets of administration and development of the Human Resources functions on campus including Organization Development, Occupational Health and Safety, Labour Relations, Return to Work, and Benefits.

250-721-8031

Yasmin Kathrada

HR Systems & Operations Manager

HR administration

Yasmin manages the general Human Resources office and is responsible for the development, maintenance and supervision of the computerized Human Resource Information System (BANNER). She is also responsible for HR data management, including ad hoc reporting and the HR FAST reporting tool.

250-721-8770

Kam Cheema

Director, Total Compensation & Recruitment

HR advising Benefits Health promotion

Kam is responsible for the development, implementation, and administration of total compensation and recruitment strategies for the University's executive, professional and support employee groups.

250-472-5549

Belinda Fontes

Manager, Compensation and Recruitment Services

Office of Indigenous Academic and Community Engagement Human Resources Institutional Planning and Analysis Budget Office Internal Audit Office of VP Academic and Provost Office of the President Occupational Health, Safety and Environment Office of Student Affairs Office of VP External Relations Office of VP Indigenous Office of VP Finance and Operations HR advising

Belinda is responsible for providing expert consultation and support on compensation, recruitment, and strategic projects. In addition she provides support/coaching and consultative services to leaders and managers on staff recruitment, job evaluation and salary systems.

250-721-7879

Cathy Boraston

Work Life Consultant

Ceremonies and Events Division of Medical Sciences Faculty of Graduate Studies Enrolment Services Health Services Advancement Services Undergrad Admissions and Record University Centre Farquhar Auditorium Multifaith Office of the Registrar Island Medical Program Student Recruitment Libraries Community and Government Relations Alumni Relations and Develoment Student Wellness, Recreation and Athletics Graduate Admissions and Records Office of Student Affairs UVic Legacy Art Galleries Faculty of Health Gustavson University Food Services University Communications and Marketing Advising Centre for Humanities, Science and Social Sciences Student Awards and Financial Aid Work life consulting

Work Life Consultants support employees and managers in areas of return to work, accommodation planning and long term disability benefits.

250-472-5462

Vanessa Cartwright

Director, Labour Relations & HR Consulting

Labour relations HR consulting

Vanessa is responsible for developing and enhancing the University's relationship with its employees through its representative Unions. She provides strategic, tactical and technical guidance on contract administration issues and the design and development of Human Resources policies and procedures, and chairs university committees negotiating collective agreements.

250-721-7559

Joy Ukaha

Administrative Assistant

HR administration

250-721-8085