RESUME
TRACY L. SIAS-SAMPSON
Madison, MS 39110
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EDUCATION:
Jackson State University, B.S., 1992
Major: Communications
Minor: Psychology
Holmes Community College, Ridgeland Campus
Associates Degree in Computer Networking Support Technology (CNST)
2008 Recipient of the "Computer Networking Award"
OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS:
1 Troubleshooting Hardware and Software.
2 New User Setup.
. End-User training on a variety of software applications,
proprietary and otherwise on a varying groups of computing
devices from personal computers to wrist-mounted hand
scanners.
. Install and support network and local printers.
. SharePoint Website Administrator.
. Diversely skilled in the support and administration of
various Operating Systems.
. Knowledgeable in TCP/IP configuration and utilities.
. Knowledgeable of configuring routers and switches.
. Documentation Manager.
. Ability to build cables in the CAT3 and CAT5 family.
. Experienced in the use of crimping tools, punch down, cable
tester and multi-meter.
. Understanding of 568A and 568B.
. RF Computer and RF Network Management.
. Asset Management.
Problem/Trouble Ticket Applications
. Remedy
. Proxy Master/Proxy Host
. Track-It 6.0.
CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE:
Training
. Applications Trainer for 3 years at Mississippi Division of
Medicaid (DOM).
. Responsible for statewide employee training during the
migration from Corel to the Microsoft Office Suite.
. Performed scheduling of training and created a curriculum to
train users in Microsoft Outlook 2003.
. Performed high-volume document conversions in direct relation
to the OS migration.
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. Performed research related to resolving and troubleshooting
migration/conversion issues.
. As the Assistant to the Training Manager, State Plan, at Blue
Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi, I routinely completed
software courses for departmental use and for evaluation
towards developing the skills of our users.
SOFT SKILLS:
Communication
. I welcome the opportunity to work with customers and
colleagues to facilitate effective communication.
. I enjoy interacting with others in the learning process.
. I am able to deliver a message with clarity and brevity.
Adaptability
. I relish leading a team and motivating others.
. I am receptive to participating in team building activities.
. I am able to quickly and effectively process and apply new
information.
Conflict resolution
. I am friendly and approachable.
. I respect personal and cultural differences.
. I revere the spirit of discussion and debate.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
2008 - Current Computer Technician, Levi Strauss & Co.
2006 - 2008 Student, Holmes Community College
2002 - 2005 Systems Network Administrator, Mississippi Division of
Medicaid
1999 - 2001 Field Representative, Levy Home Entertainment
1997 - 1999 Administrative Assistant, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
1995 - 1996 Secretary Principal, Mississippi Department of Education
1994 - 1995 Clerk Typist Senior, Mississippi Department of
Transportation
1993 - 1994 Copywriter/Market Researcher (Contractual), Communication Arts
Inc.