Samantha Kirby, Bcr, Cphr
About Samantha Kirby, Bcr, Cphr
Samantha Kirby is a Manager of Human Resources Operations at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited and an instructor at Assiniboine Community College. She holds multiple certifications in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and has extensive experience in human resources across various organizations in Canada.
Work at UFA
Samantha Kirby has served as the Manager of Human Resources Operations at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing HR operations and implementing strategies that align with the company's objectives. Her tenure at UFA has spanned four years, during which she has contributed to enhancing organizational effectiveness and workforce planning.
Education and Expertise
Samantha Kirby holds a Bachelor of Community Rehabilitation (Disability Studies) from The University of Calgary, completed from 2002 to 2006. She has furthered her education by obtaining various certifications, including a Human Resource Management Certificate from Mount Royal College and a Foundations in Diversity & Inclusion/D&I Influencer Certificates from the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion in 2021. Additionally, she studied Employee Relations and Employee Engagement at The Open University in 2020.
Background in Human Resources
Samantha Kirby has a diverse background in human resources, with experience in various leadership roles. Prior to her current position at UFA, she worked as the Director of Human Resources at Sundial Growers Inc. from 2018 to 2020 and as Manager of HR Business Services at PEO Canada from 2017 to 2018. Her career in HR began at PEO Canada, where she held multiple positions, including Team Lead, HR Services, and HR Specialist.
Teaching Experience
In addition to her role at UFA, Samantha Kirby has been an Instructor in Business Administration at Assiniboine Community College since 2021. She delivers instruction in HR Management and Compensation as a distance educator, sharing her extensive knowledge and expertise with students. Her teaching role complements her practical experience in human resources.
Achievements in Diversity and Inclusion
Samantha Kirby acts as a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion champion within her professional roles. She has achieved certifications in Diversity and Inclusion and has extensive knowledge of Labour Relations and Employment Standards across all Canadian provinces. Her commitment to these principles is evident in her consultation work on workforce planning and organizational effectiveness.