Alex Drake
SKILLS
Database Design (MySQL, phpMyAdmin, MS Access), System Design/Analysis,
Project Management (MS Project), MS Excel, MS Access, MS Word, Web Development (HTML5, CSS, Java, WordPress), Leadership, Critical Thinking, Conflict Resolution
EXPERIENCE
AmeriCorps VISTA Leader - Montana Economic Program at Rural Dynamics Great Falls, MT
JANUARY 2019 - PRESENT
● Management of 10-14 AmeriCorps VISTA members in the RDI VISTA Intermediary Program
● Mentored and guided VISTA members in AmeriCorps knowledge and ensured capability of performing assigned duties
● Authored the RDI VISTA program policies
● Provided IT assistance to Rural Dynamics, Inc. Office equipment troubleshooting, router setup, network cable running, system design, and analysis
● Website consulting and design through WordPress (ruralvista.org)
● Created custom designs and responsive websites based on supervisor’s requirements using HTML5 and CSS
● Co-run RDI VISTA Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)
AmeriCorps VISTA - Grace Home Veterans Center & RDI Lending Great Falls, MT
JANUARY 2018 - JANUARY 2019
● Project Management - Assisted in the initial and planning phases for creating a Database and Referral system for low-income populations
● Analyzed competing priorities, scope, cost, and schedule constraints to determine project phases and goals
● Collaborated with colleagues to identify problems, appropriate data sources, and develop plans for an information delivery system
● Evaluated and streamlined core IT processes for the organization ************@*****.*** 406-***-****
● Communicated with stakeholders to evaluate their commitment and influence on the project
● Performed cleansing, compression, and normalization of data across various company systems
● Website Consulting and Design (ruraldynamics.org, matl.ruraldynamics.org) Student Data Processor - Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA
AUGUST 2014 - MAY 2017
● Reviewed prospective and current student information and accurately input data into the university database (DataTel, Radius)
● Reviewed incoming mail and scanned relevant department information into the system
● Rerouted other mail to their appropriate departments
● Flagged accounts needing additional services and routed this information to appropriate teams to prevent service delays
● Created data reports to assess and calculate student demographics for campus administration
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Crew Volunteer - The Mister Sister’s
APRIL 7, 2018 - SEPTEMBER 27, 2019
● Performed spotlight operation during performances
● As the stage technician, set up the stage including lights, microphones, visuals, and audio components
● Loaded and unloaded props and materials
● Managed video, sound, and light production
Crew Leader - Beer & Gear Festival 2018 Montana Brew Fest JUNE 9, 2018
● Assisted in the planning and execution of the largest brew festival in Montana, with 30+ vendors and over 800 attendees
● Managed inventory of facilities upon attendee arrival and departure to assess and calculate necessity for future events
● Assisted the event planner through all stages of the event
● Leveraged exceptional interpersonal skills to quickly resolve vendor and attendee issues and ensure optimal hospitality
EDUCATION
Purdue University Global - Master in Information Technology in progress
(Business Intelligence & Analytics)
APRIL 2020 - MARCH 2022
Shenandoah University, Winchester, VA - Bachelor in Business Administration
(Information Systems & Technology)
AUGUST 2013 - MAY 2017