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Converts existing face-to-face courses and course materials for HSSI University’s online curriculum. Responsible for:

• Establishing processes and procedures for the design and development of HSSI’s web-based and computer-based training;
• Designing storyboards with HSSI’s Graphic Designer and creating online learning objects using authoring tools such as Articulate and Lectora;
• Providing consulting support to subject matter experts on integrating instructional technology in the design of online courses;
• Identifying hardware and software solutions for web-based instruction;
• Investigating and solving instructional technology issues; and
• Delivering face-to-face training in support of contract requirements.

Worked with government organizations to build new capabilities and increase workforce performance through competency identification and assessment, design, and development of learning programs, curricula, and delivery of education.  Responsible for:

• Reviewing and assisting with revisions of web-based training created in proprietary rapid online content creation environment (ROCCE).
• Developing and revising Captivate simulations for systems training course in ROCCE.
• Designing activities and training materials for new hire orientation for Information Security professionals.
• Conducting research for needs assessment with workforce solutions team.

Worked with teaching faculty to design and develop quality online courses based on sound adult learning pedagogy and instructional design practice. Responsible for:

• Assessing learner and instructor needs and providing targeted instructional support;
• Designing appropriate learning activities that align with course objectives;
• Developing multimedia learning objects that support learning activities;
• Implementing and evaluating the effectiveness of learning solutions;
• Planning, organizing, and leading professional development and training sessions including course design seminars, software demonstrations, teaching and learning workshops; and
• Contributing to special projects that focus on the instructional affordances of Web 2.0 in online learning and design principles for mobile learning.

Supported instructional design team with design and development of web-based learning materials for college-level online courses.  Responsible for:

• Creation of web-based tutorials using Captivate; and
  
• Integrity of course information provided on department web site and in Blackboard courses

Participated in a team-based project as a part of the full-time graduate program at George Mason University.  Responsible for the initial design and development of a virtual collaboration center for implementation through the Virginia Department of Education’s Training/Technical Assistance Center web site.  This included:

• Conducting a performance analysis and an in-depth needs analysis of the current and desired collaborative environment, appropriate collaborative tools, web-based applications and software to enhance online delivery of training and technical assistance; 
• Creating personas and essential use cases for design prototype of user interface; 
• Conducting usability testing of synchronous web conferencing tool;  
• Facilitating team activities during Fall 2007 semester as team Project Coordinator; 
• Designing and developing support for online training development; and 
• Utilizing a variety of Web 2.0 technologies, including wikis, blogs, and social bookmarking, during the design and development process.

Assisted staff with daily organizational operations.  Responsible for:

• Conducting staff training; 
  
• Providing assessment and analysis on grant proposals, program reports, financial preparations, and special event fundraising; and
• Providing guidance for process improvement to meet short term and long term organizational and program goals.

Directed daily operations of a community-based organization responsible for providing homeless prevention services to local communities.  Responsible for:

• Working with volunteer Board of Directors to develop and evaluate long term administrative and service plans, annual agency budget, and financial, personnel, and program related policies and procedures;
• Ensuring that administrative and program expenditures conformed to approved operating budget;
• Maintaining financial accounts in accordance with agency policy;
• Preparing grant applications and coordinating special fundraising efforts;
• Supervising staff of four;
• Administration of employee salary and compensation programs;
• Developing and evaluating programs with staff; and
• Ensuring that all services allow participants to achieve maximum self-sufficiency, stability, and access to available resources.

Managed information and technical assistance services offered through the School Health Programs web site and database of policies, articles, and training tools that assist local school districts with issues related to school health.  Responsible for:

• Maintaining and enhancing department web site;
• Supervising the work of the Research Coordinator and Project Assistant;
• Development of an online course;
• Production of news feed on school health issues;
• Supporting school health presentation sessions at national and regional conferences;
• Project management of a publication highlighting the school experiences of students living with HIV;
• Preparation of a white paper with other national education organizations focusing on adolescent pregnancy and dropout rates among Hispanic youth; and
• Assisting with writing and preparation of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention grants.

Ensured delivery of services for Partnership initiatives, which included the Support on Suspension Program, Fairfax Mentoring Partnership, Learning Circle Gang Prevention Program, and Middle School/After School Program.  Responsible for:

• Facilitating policy and program review with Partnership Task Forces and volunteer board members to assure highest quality outcomes for initiatives;
• Conducting marketing activities to promote Partnership mission and program objectives; and
• Assisting with grant writing and budget development.

Implemented court-annexed restorative justice program, which involved work with victims of crime, offenders, community members, and justice officials.  Responsible for:

• Establishing policies and procedures for case management;
• Recruitment, training, and mentoring new volunteers;
• Maintaining program budget;
• Collecting data to determine program effectiveness; and
• Conducting restorative justice accountability conferences as needed.

Conducted initial interview with applicants for local assistance and/or services.  Responsible for:

• Obtaining necessary information to determine eligibility for both income maintenance and social services programs;
• Calculating feasibility of filing a formal application for assistance;
• Providing applicants with information about programs within the agency, as well as other community services and resources; and
• Providing emergency services when necessary.

Managed the HIV Prevention and Early Intervention projects at the Delaware HIV Consortium.  Responsible for:

• Training and facilitating HIV Prevention Planning committee and appropriate working groups in conducting, analyzing, and reviewing needs assessments and other data related to prevention activities;
• Developing policies and procedures to provide a smooth and successful transition through a new planning process for Prevention committee members; and
• Supervising the coordination of the Sunrise Project, a statewide mobile community health initiative designed to increase the number of at-risk individuals tested for HIV.

Ensured compliance with the requirements of the Maryland Victim's Notification Procedures law.  Responsible for:

• Providing assistance to victims and their families with restitution including requests to the court and the submission of claims for financial assistance to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board;
• Assisting victims in the preparation of written or verbal impact statements for consideration at sentencing; 
• Referring victims to social service agencies, counseling, and other community resources; and
• Providing explanation and orientation to court proceedings.

Conducted community assessment of the strengths, gaps, and needs of children and family services in Cecil County.  Responsible for:

• Preparing report of results for the federal government and community; and
• Facilitating planning process to implement new programs and enhance current programs to meet community needs.

Provided probation, intake, and aftercare services for referred youth.  Responsible for:

• Conducting pre-disposition investigations and submitting reports to the court concerning youth involved in the juvenile justice system;
• Investigating appropriate community-based programs for adjudicated youth;
• Initiating referrals to long-term residential placement; and
• Monitoring youths’ progress within community-based and long-term residential programs.