Charles Daniel Wright

Winston-Salem, NC 27127

 

 

OBJECTIVE:

To continue personal development and professional advancement in Information Systems

 

EDUCATION:          

Associate in Applied Science in Computer Engineering Technology, May 1995 FORSYTH TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Winston-Salem, NC

·         Graduated with Honors, Phi Theta Kappa. GPA: 3.7

·         Vice President - Student Chapter, Instrumentation Society of America

·         Coursework in Concepts of Computer Networking

 

Bachelor of Theology with Minor in Youth/Music, May 1988 PIEDMONT BIBLE COLLEGE, Winston-Salem, NC

 

Associate in Applied Science in Criminal Justice, July 1982 COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE AIR FORCE

 

Additional Studies in Business Administration, 1982 MOUNT OLIVE COLLEGE, Mount Olive, NC

 

SKILLS/TRAINING:

·         Help Desk 2000 Certified Help Desk Professional

·         Skills in MS/DOS, Windows 95/98/XP/NT/2000, RAS, VPN, DHCP, and SCO UNIX

·         Internet technology, TCP/IP, RS232

·         Completed courses in Novell NetWare

·         Ability to troubleshoot PC’s and VAX mini-computers

·         Courses of study in C Language and C++

·         Training in Assembly Language and VMS Operating System

·         Experienced with Networking UNIX and Windows 95/98 Operating Systems

 

EXPERIENCE:                     

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY, Winston-Salem, NC, March 1998–present

 

Computer Support Consultant III April 2000 – present

·         Ability to analyze various types of hardware and software problems, diagnose and resolve 85% of complex issues encountered.  Ability to develop all-inclusive solutions to client needs utilizing elements of networking, multimedia, peripherals, hardware and software.  The ability to learn new areas in which to apply these skills.

·         Familiarity with Windows-based workstations, operating systems (including NT administration) and PC software and hardware, internet technology, e-mail, Microsoft Office, business computing software applications, Dreamweaver and other web page construction, maintenance tools, and networks. 

·         Excellent written and oral communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, superior telephone etiquette, ability to deal effectively with the diverse populations of the entire Wake Forest community, and a strong dedication to customer service and satisfaction.

·         Strong initiative and ability to function independently, as well as in a team format, with self-confidence in own decision-making and ability to analyze a problem from different perspectives. 

·         Ability to multi-task and be highly adaptable to new and changing situations, and to exhibit patience in managing job in a stressful work environment.  Ability to organize work efficiently and work well under time pressures.

·         Ability to Interact effectively with Information Systems to ensure and develop solutions to client needs.

·         Ability to perform basic programming in DOS, Java, HTML, Visual Basic and Batch file creation.

·         Ability to adhere to work requirements as directed by the Director, Assistant Director and Manager.

·         Served as project manager for Time Card Development and Virtual EMS.

·         Serve as Administrator for EMS Scheduling System.

·         Manage Student Workers for BCS, assign and oversee their tasks.

·         Work with Department Directors to ensure that the computing needs of the staff departments are met.

 

Computer Support Consultant II May 1999 – April 2000

·         Provided support for WFU standard loads with greater than 85% resolution rate.

·         Provided support for Business Computing applications and Network connectivity.

·         Escalated/routed problems to next level support.

·         Followed established policies and procedures.

·         Responsible for the creation of email/network accounts.

·         Resolved problems with network accounts.

·         Responsible for training new consultants.

·         Provided second level support for Consultant I.

·         Serviceware Knowledge Engineer and Assistant Administrator.

 

Computer Support Consultant I March 1998 -May 1999

·         Provided support to academic customers with greater than 85 % resolution rate.

·         Provided support for Business Computing applications and Network connectivity.

·         Escalated/routed problems to next level support.

·         Followed established policies and procedures.

 

BUSINESS SOFTWARE, Kernersville, NC, July 1995 – March 1998

 

Customer Service Support

·         Managed both hardware and business software support for customers.

·         Administrated, upgraded, and install SCO Unix / 3.11/95/98 Windows networks.

·         Provided on-site repair and support for network administrators.

·         System Administrator of UNIX, DOS, and Windows NT/ 95 networks.

·         Created Unix shell scripts to aid in the administration of the networks.

·         Managed inventory of computer hardware/software.

 

CINTAS: The Uniform People, Winston-Salem, NC, October 1988 - August 1992

 

Assistant Service Supervisor

·         Established accountability system to track the status of contract; renewals. Maintained current status of renewals and reduced the late renewal rate from over 200 to less than 50.

·         Conducted goodwill calls to build rapport with customer account contracts.

·         Supervised team of service sales representatives.

·         Received exceptional ratings on customer opinion surveys, earning recognition as Member of the 100% Club and Employee of the Month.

 

Service Sales Representative

·         Addressed customer service requests by communicating needs to plant management and coordinating modifications in service.

·         Established new accounts by initiating contact with businesses and presenting the benefits of company.

 

GRACE BIBLE CHURCH, Winston-Salem, NC, September 1987 - June 1993

                Youth Pastor

·         Developed and organized youth program, trained teachers, managed budget.

 

MILITARY:                         

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, Seymour Johnson AFB, 1975 - 1982

·         Served as Security Policeman; Honorably discharged as Staff Sergeant.

·         Honor Graduate of Police Academy; Commandant Award in NCO Leadership School.

 

REFERENCES: Available upon request