Resume

James Card

Post Office Box 864 • Newman, CA 95360-0864 • Voice 209 862-4661 • FAX 209 862-1938 • james@jdcard.com

Résumé

OBJECTIVE

A seasonal temporary position. I am a full-time student at California State University, Stanislaus and will return to school in September. I offer strong English communications, problem-solving, and analytical skills. I work well with others, and am able to lead and motivate coworkers.

EXPERIENCE

January 1994 - present

Owner and principal, JDC Data Services - computer consulting services, software training, custom programming, and computer equipment maintenance. Providing a variety of support services and special projects for customers using Alpha Microsystems computers and Microsoft Windows

October 1995 - March 1996

Data Conversion Operator, U.S. Postal Service - data entry for postal automation system.

June 1989 - January 1994

Business Administrator, The Salvation Army Salinas Corps - responsible for all routine business operations (social services, clerical and accounting, and other program services), including supervision of a staff of ten people. Increased the net proceeds of seasonal fund-raising programs during a period when similar efforts in other cities were experiencing decreases. Also successfully took on increased responsibilities (including all accounting functions) when declining income forced a 50% reduction in staffing levels.

September 1986 - January 1989

Computer Operator, First Bank - responsible for all computer activity on my shift, including posting, balancing, and processing all transactions for the bank's six branches each day, preparation and delivery of reports, and helping other computer users with system problems. Instituted procedures which improved the accuracy and speed of routine operations.

September 1986 - December 1988

Owner and manager, Ketchikan Trade Network - A small company (three persons) providing local delivery and courier services to banks and government agencies. Started and developed this business until family responsibilities required my relocation. Liquidated the business.

June 1980 - September 1986

Station Manager, DHL Airways, Inc. - responsible for all local customer service and sales activities. Established and maintained high standards of service and performance in this local branch of a major worldwide overnight express delivery company.

EDUCATION

The Salvation Army School for Officers Training
Completed the two-year course of training in preparation for service as a Salvation Army officer.
Other Training

ADP Payroll and ADP PC-Payroll training for payroll clerks
Xerox PSS-II Sales Training course
Smith System Driver Training Instructor
College course-work in accounting, small business management, broadcasting, and computer programming

COMMUNITY SERVICE

I have held a variety of lay leadership positions within my church;
Served as a member and director of Rotary and Kiwanis clubs;
And served as a volunteer chaplain for city police and county sheriff departments.

BUSINESS REFERENCES

The Salvation Army Salinas Citadel Corps 180 Williams Road (93905) Post Office Box 1570 Salinas, CA 93902 (408) 424-0568 Major James Ross Captain Harold Stromberg	First Bank Ketchikan Main Office 301 Dock Street Post Office Box 7920 Ketchikan, AK 99901 (907) 225-3202 Roger Stone E. Michael Youngblood
DHL Airways, Inc. Post Office Box 5277 Ketchikan, AK 99901 (907) 225-5777	The Salvation Army School for Officers Training 30840 Hawthorne Boulevard Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

Personal references available upon request.