Director of Operations, Director of Information Technology

Scott A. Huss

E: *******@*****.*** P: 309-***-**** Varna, IL

linkedin.com/in/scotthuss

OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT, SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT, & PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Meticulous Analytical Leadership Professional with a passion for technology and developing people. Possesses the skills and experience to undertake complex assignments, meet tight deadlines and exceed expectations. Applies skills in project management and analytics to improve efficiencies across organizations. Operates with a strong sense of urgency and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Core competencies include:

Project Management Reporting Data Analysis Strategic Planning Marketing Software Development Process Creation and Development Human Resource Development Contract Negotiation IT Strategy Forecasting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Skill Sprout, LLC Washington, IL 2014-Present

Director of Operations

Responsible for the overall day to day operations as a member of the executive leadership team, project management, risk management, software development and marketing strategy. Also tasked with negotiating contracts for services, property acquisitions and multi-facility management. Develops metrics and financial and operational reports to support corporate policy development and strategic planning.

Teamed with software developers to gather and document requirements for multiple projects including an internal HRIS system, learning management system and client intake system that improved organizational efficiency.

Developed processes to increase contracted services by 36% in the first year.

Achieved an increased in referrals by 57% in the first year without increasing staffing by creating and implementing organization marketing processes as part of the marketing team.

Led company-wide initiative to decrease employee cancellations by 46% in the first six months through reporting and policy creation.

Versa Press, Inc. East Peoria, IL 2007-2014

Director of Information Technology

Manages the Information Technology architecture for the organization including leading the software development team, IT services team, and serving as the primary reporting analyst while contributing as a software developer and project manager. Also serves as the primary backup for the manufacturing project manager and engineer.

Worked with Executive staff to increase yearly revenue by 42% while increasing staff by 5% over a 7 year period through the increased use of technology and customized software.

Led project to increase sales operating efficiency over 35% by developing new processes centered on software development.

Functioned as the primary project manager in charge of all phases including initiation, definition and planning, execution and performance testing and control.

Championed project to overhaul entire IT infrastructure including tornado proof, fire resistant data center and redundant off-site storage.

Virtualized server infrastructure utilizing Citrix and VMWare.

Developed and modified pricing structures to match production capabilities and overall business goals.

Versa Press, Inc. East Peoria, IL 2006-2007

Programmer/IT Analyst

Administration and support for 185 user network and maintenance and deployment of over 20 servers and storage devices.

Developed shipping, reporting, package labeling, mailing, and scheduling software to create paperless processes and increase efficiency across the organization.

Documented current processes and gathered requirements for development of software initiatives.

Created testing procedures for software development staff.

Developed data backup and recovery procedures for the entire organization.

Advanced Technology Services Peoria, IL 2004-2006

Video Engineer – Caterpillar Peoria Proving Grounds

Responsible for software development and electronic hardware for use in new data acquisition equipment for validation department. Provides leadership to team of contract employees working within Caterpillar facility.

Planned and implemented capital projects including budget creation and product sourcing.

Managed private network containing 4 terabytes of validation data.

Traveled to remote locations to verify equipment performance.

Advanced Technology Services Peoria, IL 2002-2004

Senior Repair Technician

In charge of bringing new products through the development process including documentation and testing procedures.

Handled high priority high value projects containing sophisticated electronic equipment.

Developed network interfaces for industrial equipment using LAN and Wireless architecture.

Advanced Technology Services Peoria, IL 2001-2002

First Shift Supervisor

Oversees the day-to-day operation of the first shift repair group consisting of 30 technicians and 80 staff overall.

Worked with customers to resolve issues and scheduling.

Completed employee evaluations and developed training plans.

Reorganized and streamlined product flow procedures to increase efficiency and shorten customer wait times.

Maintained an efficient and productive work environment by developing best practices and process improvements.

Education

Master of Business Administration (Accounting Focus)

Chadron State College Chadron, NE 2014

Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems

Minor in Business Administration

Bradley University Peoria, IL 2004

Associate in Applied Science in Electronics Technology

Illinois Valley Community College Oglesby, IL 1998

Technical Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: advanced Excel and Access Word Power Point Outlook

Microsoft Project HRIS systems Quickbooks accounting software Microsoft .Net Suite Visual Basic TimeZone In-house proprietary software Adobe Creative Suite Blueprints and Schematics Electronic Design Chief Architect Dynamic C

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