Bryan Yager

EXPERIENCE:
Microsoft (The Act1 Group, Inc) (Software and IT Services) COMPENSATION ANALYST, 02/2012 to 05/2012 (Temporary Position) 19119 North Creek Parkway, Suite 110, Bothell, WA 98011 Assisted in the execution, administration and providing analytical support for a variety of compensation groups and programs. High emphasis placed on Microsoft Excel proficiency, including heavy use of pivot tables and lookups for data analysis. Managed databases and tables related to existing compensation groups, standard titles and revenue maps. Gathered updated data related to new hires, role changes and terminations via pivot tables, database exports and saved the results to existing Microsoft Access databases. Added new participants and updated roles to the central database, including quota territory assignments and weekly quota changes. Programmed macros and modules using Microsoft Excel Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) for tasks related to quarterly payout communications with sales managers and HR and UDF for user design function. Dimension4, Inc. (D4) (Engineering Graphics Conversion) PROJECT COORDINATOR, 10/2008 to 09/2011 423 Pacific Avenue, Bremerton, WA 98337 Granted a confidential security clearance by the U.S. government while employed at D4. Provided executive and administrative support to one vice president, three project managers and two marketing executives. Worked to ensure effective communication between engineering, operations and production teams during the creation of interactive electronic technical manuals (IETMs). Performed data analysis of source graphics to assist in production and engineering workflow prioritization. Responsible for upload/download of source graphics and deliverable materials via FTP mirror sites. Travelled to the east coast three times in 2009 to support the creation of electronic performance support tools (ePSTs) for the United States Navy. Frequently assigned large, time-sensitive tasks that involved careful prioritization and error-free execution. Over two years of experience providing web content management support using Adobe Dreamweaver, Photoshop and Acrobat 3D. Frequently used programs such as Photoshop, Inkscape and the GIMP to create custom illustrations and graphics for use in print-ready marketing flyers, CD-ROM covers, 24x30 posters and trade show banners. Single-handedly developed an internal Military Platforms Website Content Management System that used an innovative combination of JavaScript arrays, CSS and HTML DOM to provide dynamic access to over a hundred Wikipedia-style entries from either the local network or thumb drive/CD-ROM. Wrote and maintained Visual Basic macros in Microsoft Excel spreadsheets for use in revenue projections, human resources and internal reports.

Westsound Bank (Commercial Bank) LOAN AUDIT SPECIALIST, 04/2007 to 08/2008 607 Pacific Avenue, Bremerton, WA 98337 Applied knowledge of policies, procedures, regulations and standard best practices to deliver informational or technical materials to customers, partners, suppliers and bank employees. Gathered data from multiple sources to compile or create a variety of complex reports (e.g., periodic reviews, audit responses, budget and capital planning, metrics) for management reviews and tracking performance to plan. Audited consumer, commercial and mortgage loans for accuracy and successful receipt of collateral with very little supervision required. Verified portfolio consistency with respect to financial statements and associated guarantor relationships. Consulted on and performed a variety of support services (e.g., policy and procedure review, process documentation, forms design and delivery, etc.) Demonstrated knowledge of general database concepts and spreadsheet design/programming. Assisted in applying process standards, guidelines, methods and tools. RECEPTIONIST, POST-CLOSING COORDINATOR/SPECIAL PROJECTS, 08/2004-04/2007 9960 Silverdale Way, Silverdale, WA 98383 First point of contact with incoming customers via phone and in person at a busy bank branch. Heavy emphasis placed on excellent customer service, active listening skills and complaint resolution. Executive assistance duties, including scheduling, travel reservations, correspondence, thank you letters and errands in a busy and constantly changing office environment. Office support, including creation of Word and Excel reports and templates, supply orders and mail room. Supervised and maintained company-wide document scanning program, performed image quality checks. Copied, scanned and shipped pre-purchase loans to secondary market investors via FTP prior to lock expiration. Contact management, including database creation, maintenance preparation of targeted mailing lists Trained newly hired receptionists, wrote policy/procedure drafts, and marketing materials. Assisted in applying process standards, guidelines, methods and tools.

MILITARY SERVICE:
U.S. Navy, 1989-1993
Boatswains Mate 3 Class Petty Officer (E-4)
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PHMRON II MLSG, Key West, FL Beginning as a Seaman (E-3), ran the Sail Loft in support of a six-ship hydrofoil squadron with minimal supervision. Fabricated curtains, tarps, and protective covers from industrial fabrics such as Naugahyde, Herculite and duck canvas. Fabricated cables, lines and safety harnesses for use in ship handling evolutions and crane operations. Certified as a quality assurance inspector for periodic maintenance schedule tasks. Supervised up to ten personnel to complete various other tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION: SKILLS/EQUIPMENT:

Associate of Arts Degree (Pre-Engineering) Treasure Valley Community College

2001 Ontario, OR

HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Visual Basic for Applications, FTP, HTTP, digital art and illustration, customer service, vendor relations, keyboard (55 wpm), 10-key, Filing, Multi-Line Telephone (4 lines, 20 extensions), Copier/Fax Machine/Scanner, Business Correspondence, Reports, Travel Arrangement/Reservations, Policy/Procedure Formulation, User Support/Training, Academic and Professional Tutoring Services, Group Leadership, Management, Mentoring. Highly organized, strong communication skills, minimal supervision required to accomplish multiple time-sensitive projects with a high level of attention to detail. Inkscape, GIMP, Adobe Acrobat, Dreamweaver, Flash, Photoshop, Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Notepad++, OpenOffice, Quickbooks, Windows Server, WinZIP, Ghostscript, Ubuntu Server, Windows Professional. Mastering Microsoft Excel Skillpath Seminars 2005 Tacoma, WA

SOFTWARE/OPERATING SYSTEMS TRAINING: