James Unger
Salem, OR - Phone: 503-***-****
Email: *****.*****.****@*****.***
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-unger-741885b8/
EXPERIENCE
Easter Seals of Oregon
Non-profit sites
Volunteer - 11/2023 - Present
- Provided crucial assistance to a local non-profit by addressing their technology needs.
- Conducted thorough maintenance, updates, and organization of tech equipment.
- Developed efficient forms and streamlined processes using Google Workspace.
- Designed and implemented an automated texting reminder system using Google Workspace.
Project Manager, Cambium Assessment, TDS Group (Remote)
Salem, OR. — 8/2021 - 3/2023
- Managed several state project clients in configuring online testing systems
- Accomplishments:
- Provided setup and configuration of online K-12 testing system using MSSQL and internally built database management systems
- Configured testing systems for deployment through 2 systems for internal testing and configuration changes before being published for online tests
- Assisted in hardware and software QA machine configurations
System Support Agent - Tier 2, Cambium Assessment /American Institute of Research (Remote)
Salem, OR. — 7/2015 - 8/2021
- Served as second level support for Smarter Balanced testing system
- Accomplishments:
- Provided phone and email support to clients using the Smarter Balanced testing system
- Assisted other agents with information relating to alternative operating systems, Linux systems
- Built a micro Windows network for troubleshooting
- Remastered and edited video training material of systems and procedures
- Provided feedback on process improvements and suggested alternative options
- Provided training on several subjects to internal employees and external customers
Technology Coordinator, Sheridan School District
Sheridan, OR. — 2/2011 - 6/2015
- Served as Technology Coordinator with emphasis on modernizing and expanding the system and its capabilities
- Accomplishments:
- Developed “Technology Plan for the Classroom” used in other districts
- Coordinated District migration to Google Apps for Education for staff and students
- Planned and worked with contractors to implement wireless saturation of all buildings
- Responsible for overseeing all technology purchasing
Field Service Tech III, Willamette Education Service District
Salem, OR — 1998 - 2011
- Oversaw testing of experimental student management/learning system software
- Accomplishments:
- Managed Follett Destiny Library System installation at WESD for use by constituent districts
- Troubleshot problems with constituent district equipment and coordinated issues with local staff and administrators
- Designed and deployed training material for a wide variety of subjects
- Specialized in management of systems and networks in correctional settings
- Accomplishments:
- Designed and implemented the first student network at MacLaren YCEP to fully comply with Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) regulations
- Expanded system from approximately 75 machines to its peak of 250+ machines spread throughout the MacLaren campus
- Designed and implemented first school network inside Oregon State Hospital
EDUCATION
Pacific University
Forest Grove, OR. — 1992 - 1996
- Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science and Human Performance
- Minor in Health
SKILLS
- Proficient in several office production suites
- Proficient in several desktop operating systems
- Proficient in several server operating systems
- Understand all levels of networking and their implications to education
- Work well with others or independently
- Willing to travel