DALE MAHAN 36 Michelle Lane, Saint Peters, MO 63376 Phone: 636-278-2774 Email: dm15c0324@ westpost.

net DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Process/Project Management - Business Practices Analysis - Resource Planning/Sc heduling Multifaceted, innovative, solutions-focused, and resourceful information technol ogy education professional with strong qualifications to support diverse functio ns and industries. Eager to contribute technical knowledge and experience to cre ate and build projects in information technology that improve process efficiency and output quality of the business. Well adept at working effectively both inde pendently and collaboratively as part of a team in demanding and fast-paced envi ronments to complete assigned projects while adhering to strict deadlines and bu dget constraints. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build rapp ort and strong working relationships with customers/clients, co-workers, and sen ior management. SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS: * Rapid information technology development and the ability to detect shortfalls in business processes. * Design and implement databases and code as a custom fit to meet a broad range of employer needs. * Provide instruction and expertise to employees on how to best utilize the tech nology provided. * Proficient in project, team, and time management as well as complex decision m aking. * Resourceful problem-solver with excellent ability to conceptualize cost-effect ive solutions. * Generate novel and innovative ideas to effectively meet or exceed business and customer goals. * Quickly master and enjoy learning new technologies, methodologies, and respons ibilities. CORE COMPETENCIES: Systems Planning/Implementation - College/University IT Systems - ERP Technology Systems * Software Development Lifecycle * Database Design/Development * Performance/Load Testing * Team Facilitation/Leadership Written/Verbal Communication * Budget/Cost Management * Project Timelines/Deliverables * Database/Scripting L anguages * Multi-Tasking/Organization PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Lindenwood University, Saint Charles, MO May 2002 - Mar 20 11 Associate Director of Information Systems / Professor * Oversaw and directed all activities, programs, and strategies for the departme nt including the design, programming, security, and implementation of new and ex isting computer systems and networks. * Interacted with users to determine quality of service and to identify opportun ities for improvement. * Consulted with hardware and software vendors and other groups to resolve compu ter processing issues and to review the impact of implementing new technologies. * Provided recommendations for hardware and software acquisitions as well as ove rsaw installation of computer related products as necessary. * Assembled and directed information systems teams to work across all levels of the organization as well as facilitated and coordinated efforts between departme nts.

* Assisted with developing and implementing departmental policies and procedures . * Recommend improvements to and maintained standards for departmental operations to ensure activities were completed efficiently, accurately, and in a secure ma nner. * Designed and implemented database classes for the University while teaching co urses on information technology and systems. * Taught technical university masters level courses in Database Design and Manag ement, SQL, Data Warehousing, ETL, Reporting Services, VBA and Office Automation , Screen Scraping and Parsing. * Analyzed data and developed information technology solutions to complex comput er applications and performance issues. Analyzed data and developed information technology solutions to complex computer applications and performance issues. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: (CONTINUED) * Supervised, planned, and coordinated the work of assigned staff including sche duling of workload and coordinating workflow. * Developed knowledge of modern methods, techniques, and best practices of compl ex computer systems analysis, networking, and data management including design, programming, security, implementation, and project management. Major Accomplishments: * Rolled out and deployed the Undergraduate Admissions and Graduate Admissions d atabase applications in 2002 within ten days of starting employment. Implemented Microsoft Access for the database and Visual Basic for Applications for the pro gramming due to the fact that Microsoft Office Suite had previously been deploye d cross the campus and could be used at no additional capitalization or expense. * Designed and programmed a computer based grading system called Know, Guess, an d Omit (KGO) that solves the instructional problem of whether students are guess ing on multiple choice examination items. The system includes features that make copying answers from another student very difficult or virtually impossible und er normal classroom conditions. * Developed a "Student System Administrator Corps" so that the university could save money on hiring programmers by utilizing qualified work-study students to w rite code needed for information technology improvements in exchange for tuition assistance. * Replaced existing technology with low-cost departmental databases utilizing ex isting assets that were already totally paid for and depreciated. * Built various applications with depreciated hardware and software systems and implemented a maintenance program utilizing student labor. EDUCATION: Ed. D. Doctorate in Instructional Leadership (All But Dissertation Completed) (2 006-Present) Lindenwood University * Saint Charles, MO (GPA: 4.0) Master of Business Administration (2000) Lindenwood University * Saint Charles, MO (GPA: 4.0) Emphasis in Management Information Systems Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Webster University, Webster Groves, MO Associate of Science in Premedical Science Florissant Valley Community College * Saint Louis, MO Professional Training and Development: * Completed Numerous Information Technology Training Courses * Extensive US Air Force and US Army Training PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

* American Mathematics Society * Association for Computing Machinery * Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers