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Objective |
It is my plan to expand and improve my skills in the area of computer,
network, and multimedia systems. I hope to help organizations that require a skilled
technology professional to assist with the setup and management of information
and multimedia systems. I believe I am a goal-centered individual that has many skills in the Information Technology area. Computer technology is a fascinating field that is opening the world to
new possibilities.
I have outstanding people skills, which are necessary in this field, as people are easily overwhelmed with constantly changing technology.
One of my strong points is the ability to learn and adapt to new technological breakthroughs, because of my
interest in the field.
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Key Skill Areas |
Networking
Cisco Routers; Cisco PIX Firewall; 3Com Switches; 8e6 Content Filters; LAN
and WAN Network Design
Computers and Servers
Windows 9x, 2000/XP, all flavors; Novell NetWare 4.x, 6.0; Macintosh; HP
Prosignia Servers; Altiris Deployment Solution; DeepFreeze; FirstClass E-Mail; Windows Software
Update Server (SUS); JetDirect and central printer
management.
Video
Adobe Premiere, Windows Movie Maker, and iMovie Editing Suites; MiniDV
Camcorders; IEEE-1394/Firewire; Knowledge of DivX, RealMedia, and Windows Media
Codecs; Camera Operation; Leightronics Video Switch and Scheduling for live
broadcast
Web Design
HTML, Microsoft Frontpage, ASP Scripting, Internet Information Server 6.0,
Adobe Photoshop, Windows Media Encoder
Security
HID Keycard Systems, Badging Printers, Philips DESA Surveillance, Johnson
Controls MetaSys
Training
Continuing Education In-services and workshops to other Technicians, Professional and
Clerical Personnel in all of the above skill areas.
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Work
Experience |
Network Systems Architect
Summer 2000 Rice County Sheriff's Department
Rice County, MN
I designed a layout for and implemented a Local Area Network
and telephone system for the Rice County Emergency Communications Command
Center. This is a mobile 30-foot trailer that is wired for both
voice and data, and contains computer, phone, and radio communication systems
that Police, Fire, and the Sheriff's Department will use during emergencies and
special events. The trailer was designed with emphasis given on
fault-tolerance of the communications systems. Industry standard
connectors and cables were used during the implementation and design phases of
the project. Extra equipment and cable runs are available to attach the
trailer to another building's data and phone systems, to provide Internet access
and four lines of telephone service to personnel inside the command center.
Network/Data Services Technician
1997 – Present Faribault Public Schools
Faribault, MN
As a District Technician with network responsibilities, I have enhanced my skill area in several areas. Some of my responsibilities in this position include:
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Troubleshooting and correcting of LAN, WAN, and telecommunications problems on-site throughout the district. |
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Providing technical and software support for District administrative data systems,
including SASIxp. |
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Installation and configuration of LAN operating systems, including Novell
Netware 4.11 and 6.0, AppleShare, and Windows NT/2000/XP; servers, printer, other peripherals, and application software. |
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Installation and configuration of client software, such as setting up workstations to access network resources, with
core knowledge on Windows 3.x/95/98/2000/XP and Macintosh software. |
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Installing, configuring, and maintaining District Internet, Intranet, e-mail, instructional, management, voice mail, and remote access communications servers. |
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Providing training to District secretaries and media specialists on network maintenance, operating systems, and application programs, such as Microsoft Office and ClarisWorks. |
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Implementation and periodic testing of system backup, restore, and recovery procedures for servers, ensuring that data can be recovered in the event of loss. |
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Assisting with design, implementation, and management of a 20-server enterprise network. |
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Production of a Technology Department electronic newsletter. |
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Design and implementation of a live, streaming video-on-demand system using
RealMedia and Windows Media
technology. This is used to broadcast live school district
events, as well as school district and community news programs. |
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Propose strategies for high quality network upgrades using limited funds. |
Data Service Intern
1996 - 1997 Faribault Public Schools
Faribault, MN
Some of my responsibilities during my internship included working closely with others to troubleshoot computer and network problems, maintaining and uploading web pages to the District web server, converting existing documents into HTML (including the Data Service Department newsletter), plus any other computer support needed.
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Technical
Training |
Cisco Networking Academy
2000 - 2001 Faribault
High School Faribault, MN
Successfully completed all four semesters of
Cisco Networking Academy. My final test scores were 91%
for Semester One, 89% for Semester Two, 93% for
Semester Three, and 87% for Semester Four.
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Education |
Diploma in Electronics and
Computer Networking
1995 - 1997 South-Central Technical College
Faribault, MN
The Electronic Business Machine Technician program
curriculum at SCTC consisted
of:
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NetWare 3.12/4.11 Servers |
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Windows NT 3.5/4.0 Servers and Workstations |
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Offering on-site and telephone support for computer and network equipment troubleshooting. |
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General computer software and hardware installation and configuration, with
emphasis on IBM Compatibles with Windows
3.x and 95. |
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Installation of CPUs, motherboards, memory, hard drives, CD-ROMs,
E-mail systems, and video teleconferencing. |
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TCP/IP |
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HTML (hypertext/web page) and 3D graphics development.
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General Education
1995 - 199 6
Minnesota State University Mankato, MN
Completed Introduction to Computer
Science, Macroeconomics, Business Ethics, and Psychology.
Diploma, with Honors
1994 - 1996
Faribault Senior High School Faribault, MN
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Certifications |
Brainbench Certifications
| Certified Cisco Network Support Engineer,
October 2000 |
| Certified Microsoft Windows 2000 Desktop
Administrator, October 2000 |
| Certified Telephone Etiquette Specialist,
October 2000 |
| Certified MASTER Computer PC Essentials User,
August 2000 |
| Certified LAN/WAN Communications Specialist,
July 2000 |
| Certified Microsoft Internet Information Server
4.0 Administrator, July 2000 |
| Certified MASTER Network Technician,
June 2000 |
| Certified TCP/IP Administrator, June 2000 |
| Certified Novell NetWare 4.11 Administrator,
May 2000 |
| Certified MASTER Windows NT Workstation
Administrator, May 2000 |
| Certified MASTER Windows 95 Administrator,
May 2000 |
| Certified Windows 98 Administrator,
May 2000 |
| Certified MASTER Windows 95 Power User,
May 2000 |
| Certified MASTER Windows 98 Power User,
May 2000 |
| Certified MASTER Macintosh Power User,
May 2000 |
| Certified MASTER Keyboard Typist,
May 2000 |
| High IT Aptitude Certification, May 2000 |
| Certified in Written English, May 2000 |
Brainbench was founded in January 1998, and is
now the world's most respected online skills measurement authority.
For businesses and individuals, Brainbench provides online
assessment and certification of over 450
different skills that drive business success today.
Key customers include Booz Allen Hamilton,
Cable & Wireless, EDS, H&R Block, IBM, Interwoven, JPMorgan, Manpower, Prometric,
Qwest, TAC Worldwide, U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Verizon, and
Wells Fargo.
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Current and Past Projects |
I have a few projects that I am working on in my spare
time. Usually these projects are focused on futuristic technology or
special-interest.
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Home Automation
Contributing Programmer to the MisterHouse
Open-Source Home Automation software package. Wrote code to track
remote GPS units with wireless MODEMs (TNCs), in order to find the
position of moving vehicles. The software also provides the ability
to remotely control the house (i.e., remotely turn on an Air Conditioner
from another house or vehicle, etc.) For more information, visit: |
http://kliernetwork.net,
http://misterhouse.net,
http://kliernetwork.net/aprs,
and
http://kliernetwork.net/aprs/mine.
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MailTalk Voice-based E-Mail Client
Wrote a homebrew E-Mail Client for 386 and above
computers with a SoundBlaster card and MODEM, that allows visually-impaired
people to have their incoming E-Mail read to them through a text-to-speech
interface. Many pieces of software available are difficult to use
without aid of a person with sight. The focus of this software was to
provide an easy-to-use interface to let individuals with little or no sight
to communicate with friends and family on the Internet.
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Publications |
The following is a list of articles I have had
published:
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Volunteer experience |
Volunteer services include:
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Faribault Community Television (FCTV)
I assisted with many production projects, including Lead Camera Operator
of "Live-on-Cable TV" High School Football, Wrestling, and Swimming. I hope to further my skills in videography and video
post-production.
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Rice County Amateur Radio Emergency Response Team (A.R.E.R.T.)
The A.R.E.R.T. contains a group of Amateur Radio operators that helps local law enforcement (police and fire) with communications during emergencies. Members of A.R.E.R.T. have solid knowledge of the importance of command infrastructure and the role everyone plays in an emergency situation.
I volunteer my communications skills and equipment for community events like the
Tree Frog Music Festival.
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Rice County
Emergency Services
Storm Spotting and advanced warning for Rice County,
specifically through the Skywarn program. I assist with dispatch of storm spotters,
running net control during storm emergencies, as well as field spotting myself.
Information from our group is sent to the National Weather Service to assist meteorologists when issuing weather
warnings, and to local dispatchers to sound emergency alert sirens throughout
the county when necessary.
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Awards Received |
Received the Outstanding Volunteer
award for Region 1 (South-Central/South-Eastern Minnesota) from the Association
for Minnesota Emergency Managers, Summer 2002. I was awarded this honor
for my work on the Rice County Mobile Command Center, net-control during city
emergencies and Skywarn, and other volunteerism for the County.
Received the Golden Web Award from the
International Association of Web Masters and Designers for excellence achieved
in Web Design, Content and Creativity on the Faribault Public Schools website ( http://www.faribault.k12.mn.us),
for four straight years, 1999-2000, 2000-2001, 2001-2002, and 2002-2003.
Received a 4 out of 5 star rating from the Southeast Service Cooperative
Wonderful Website Award 2001 for the Faribault Public Schools website ( http://www.faribault.k12.mn.us).
Scores were awarded for functionality, design,
content, originality, professionalism, and effectiveness. Judging criteria is available
at
http://www.worldbestdesign.com/criteria.htm.
Received Certificate of Merit
from the Minnesota Schools Public Relations Association for excellence on the
Faribault Public Schools website ( http://www.faribault.k12.mn.us), 1998.
I was nominated for this award by a Journalism instructor at the Faribault High
School.
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References |
Available Upon Request |
