HOWARD NOVAK, MCSE

howardnovak@novakmail.com

Broad experience in information systems management and solid skills in programming, maintenance, systems analysis, technical troubleshooting, user support, and applications training. In-depth experience in applications development and support. Goal-driven team builder with ability to lead technical teams, manage rapidly changing priorities, and troubleshoot problems in complex, multi-platform environments.

	Design and set up Microsoft Access databases at job sites all over the world.
	Track provider information, copyright applications, and fixed asset depreciation schedules for 3,000 health care providers.
	Develop barcode generation, inventory tracking, quality control, and automated counting applications.

Database Manager (1998-2003)
Solutions Ltd. Corp., Portland, Oregon

	Developed applications based on Microsoft Access.
	Prepared weekly reports that detailed network and data access activity.
	Worked closely with MIS team to coordinate installation of workstations, printers, scanners, and servers.
	Researched new software, prepared feasibility reports, and coordinated installation projects company-wide.
	Provided user training and technical support.

Computer Technician (1996-1998)
Practical Computer Solutions, Frampton, North Dakota

	Used MS Access (2.0 and 7.0) to develop database applications for inventory management and auditing.
	Configured hardware for PCs and provided user training and support.

	Operating Systems: DOS, Windows 95 / Windows 98 / Windows NT / Windows 2000, Novell Netware 5.0
	Internet Protocols / Networking: TCP / IP, Windows NT / Window 2000, Novell 5.0, Proxy Server
	Programming Languages: C++, Fortran, HTML