Wayne Collins
*** ******** ******, *********, ********, 21212
Cell phone: 443-***-****, ********.***@*****.***
SUMMARY
IT Professional/Manager with over 12 years of broad business experience
including desktop and application support, training, telephony, e-mail and
security. Skilled in implementing technology to support large user groups
both at corporate headquarters as well as multiple remote locations, and
effectively managing IT budgets. Proven ability to translate business needs
into technology requirements that support the company's business objectives
and to successfully manage all phases of IT projects from needs analysis
and requirements definition to vendor selection, implementation, and
training.
KEY TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Office Suite 2007, Red Gate SQL Back up Pro Spiceworks
2000
Microsoft Windows XP/7 SQL 2000, 2005 Survey Monkey
Microsoft SharePoint Citrix Goto meeting/Goto Numara Track-It
Webinar
Microsoft Exchange Server Blackbaud Financial Edge Dreamweaver
2000, 2007
Active Directory Citrix Meta Frame Websense
CAREER AND ACHIEVEMENTS TO DATE
The United Way of Central Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland
2004 - 2010
IT Manager
2007 - 2010
Responsible for developing the IT systems and support functions of
the company.
. Saved the company $60K consultation costs by planning, developing and
implementing software
solutions including Microsoft SharePoint.
. Raised the level of Security awareness within the organization over
90% by improved communication and the training of staff.
. Reduced purchasing costs 15% by implementing a new computer
replacement policy.
IT Operations/Helpdesk Supervisor
2005 - 2007
Responsible for assisting with the company IT systems and ensuring
support functions were maintained.
. Increased the operating efficiency of the IT team over 30% by
implementing new policies and procedures.
. Reduced uncontrolled system down-time by 50% by implementation of
network administration policies and Procedures.
. Participated in the coaches group training sessions and assumed the
role of team mentor.
Helpdesk Administrator
2004 - 2005
Responsible for the timely and effective resolution of requests
submitted to the help desk.
. Managed the help desk support operations, serving as a central contact
for all help desk requests.
. Implemented both process and procedural changes that improved the
performance of technicians resulting in decreased customer wait time
of 70%.
USADWEB LLC, 1498 Reisterstown Road, Suite 330, Baltimore, Maryland
Production Manager 2002 - 2004
Responsible for the acquisition and processing of, newspaper tear
sheets for delivery to the agency's clients.
. Developed the production environment and ensured that all production
targets and deadlines were maintained.
. Reduced production time by 60% by setting an up automated system for
monitoring the distribution of
tear sheets to clients.
PREVIOUS POSITIONS
Lloyds/TSB Phone Bank, Newport, Wales, UK
1994 - 2001
Systems Administrator Central Support Team
2000 - 2001
Responsible for the monitoring and reporting of various system-wide
problems reported with bank software.
Business Systems Administrator
1995 - 2000
Responsible for attending to desktop issues reported via the company
helpdesk system.
Tele-Banking Supervisor
1994 - 1995
Responsible for the supervision of a small team of phone-bank advisors
and ensuring quality targets were met.
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Transitional Leadership, Problem Solving & Decision Making, Interpersonal
Skills, Performance Appraisal, Time Management, Making Effective
Presentations, Team Briefing, Standard Costing, Effective Leadership
CERTIFICATIONS
Various Brainbench Certifications including : Business Writing, Business
Math, Presentation Skills, MS Word 2007,MS Excel 2007,MS Outlook 2003
Fundamentals, Internet Security, Microsoft Security, Network Security,
Disaster Recovery and Planning, Information Technology Security
Fundamentals, Technical Writing, Web Services Concepts, E-Commerce
Concepts, Operations Concepts.
MANAGEMENT SKILLS
Leadership : Led a team of technical professionals both internal and
contract staff.
Time Management : Managed multiple complex and time sensitive projects.
Training and Coaching : Conducted regular training and coaching sessions with
staff at all levels.
Planning : Planned the implementation of new software applications.
Organizational : Arranged the resources necessary to complete projects on
time.
Financial Control : Managed the purchase of all computer hardware, software
and licensing.
Analysis : Monitored and reported on key indicators from numerous
data sources.