MARION STEVENS  | 
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   355 Dice Way  |  Tucson, AZ 85743  |  000-000-0000  |  marion.stevens@dice.com  | 
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   Operations Manager with proven track record supervising staff, IT resources, and client relations  | 
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   SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS  | 
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     - Expert planning, scheduling, and management skills in various information systems and technologies.
 
     - Successful backfround in project/program management, business development, and quality assurance.
 
     - Strong leader adept at motivating teams to surpass business goals and client expectations.
 
     - In-depth knowledge of diverse business areas, including production, inventory, and marketing.
 
     - Exceptional communication, interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills.
 
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   TECHNICAL SKILLS  | 
  
  
   | Languages:  | 
   C++, Perl, VB Script, HTML, XML | 
  
  
   | Operating Systems:  | 
   Windows NT/2000/XP/Vista, Linux | 
  
  
   | Servers:  | 
   HP, Dell, IBM | 
  
  
   | Applications:  | 
   Microsoft Office Suite, Norton Anti-Virus, CRM programs | 
  
  
   | Networking:  | 
   TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, VPN, hubs, switches, routers, firewalls, mobile devices | 
  
  
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   PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE  | 
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   | ABC, Inc., Tucson, AZ OPERATIONS MANAGER | 
   
     
     2005 - PRESENT
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     - Plan and manage day-to day IT operations for company with 300 employees, including budgeting, forecasting, and professional development of technical staff.
 
     - Establish operational objectives and work plans; liaise with sales and marketing managers to maximize synergy among departments.
 
     - Create and execute operational procedures and audits in compliance with company regulations.
 
     - Mentor and supervise project/product managers and programmers to ensure timely and cost-effective development of systems and services that support business objectives.
 
     - Review technology requests and work with direct reports to schedule and complete projects.
 
     - Manage and coordinate third-party vendors. Bridge gaps between internal staff and external parties.
 
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   | DEF Inc., Tucson, AZ DEPUTY OPERATIONS MANAGER | 
   
     
     2001 - 2004
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     - Coordinated project lifecycle by setting deadlines, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress, including budgets, performance reports, and user feedback.
 
     - Helped gather sales and IT metrics to ensure revenue and profit goals were met. Reported directly to Operations Manager.
 
     - Liaised with contract and project management teams to assess client needs and provide solutions.
 
     - Developed customer profiles and technical documents in compliance with corporate standards.
 
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   | HJK, Ltd., Tucson, AZ SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR | 
   
     
     1999 - 2001
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     - Worked closely with project management team to implement programs that improved operational efficiency by 30%.
 
     - Liaised with network administrators to support backup recovery and security efforts.
 
     - Installed, troubleshot, and supported 50 workstations, including hardware, software, networking, security, and telecommunications.
 
     - Resolved technical support issues for staff, as well as remote users (VPN and mobile devices).
 
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   EDUCATION  | 
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   | B.S. in Computer Science, University of Arizona; Tucson, AZ (1999) |