Sheila Allen

Experience

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  DOTD (Department of Transportation and Development)

  Oct 1980 - Apr 1991

  Monitor work of people on my team by supervising preparation of program specifications, test procedures and work assignments. Assist with programming and problem resolution as needed. Serve as team leader on development of new systems and maintenance on existing systems. Prepare analysis reports for Director. Prepare feasibility studies. Review work of team and receive status reports from them. Prepare team status report to turn in to my supervisor. Prepare schedule for team members. Conduct meeting with team members and users. Communication with users to determine their needs or problems and action to alleviate them. Prepare program specifications for new and existing systems that are distributed to programmers. Preparation and maintenance of documentation no various systems. Providing assistance when necessary to users, programmers, or other analysts. Coding, compiling, testing and debugging programs; Supply sections with necessary data; and Involvement in design of new systems; Design input documents and screens. Primary responsibility for several production systems; Attend meeting in place of Information systems Application Manager 2 or to duties of ISA Manager 2 when situation dictated. Show less

  • IT Project Leader

    Feb 1986 - Apr 1991

  • Computer Analyst

    Oct 1980 - Feb 1986
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  Southern University

  Apr 1991 - Aug 1995

  Systems Analyst (Applications)

  Supervise/monitor work of students assigned to Information System Division (ISD). Assist with programming/problem resolution. Team Leader on development/maintenance of new systems. Prepare feasibility studies. Communication with users. Preparation of program specification, maintenance, and documentation of various systems. Provide assistance to users, programmers or other analysts. Coding, compiling, testing and debugging programs. Design new systems. Primary responsible for several production systems. Attend management meetings. Receive, review and design systems using standards. Determine the most effective method of handling user requests and determine the impact of the changes to the system, which would require modification. Insure system test are done. Develop documentation for Users Manual. Maintain files on system status. Design system flow diagrams. Attend conferences on system implementation. Maintain contact with user to remain familiar with user needs and programs. Show less

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  DCFS (Department of Children and Family Services)

  Aug 1995 - Jan 2017

  IT Management Consultant (Retired 1/2/2017)

  Project a positive image of DOA through courteous, professional and effective service to our clients on every level. Comply with all applicable laws, rules, and policies to promote transparency to the citizens of Louisiana. Provides maintenance and management consulting for the DCFS Learning Management System. Evaluates and analyzes requests for enhancements or development projects of a highly complex nature. Evaluates, analyzes and prepares information and recommendations on technical solutions or options related to operating and managing an information system. Individually responds to computer system emergencies and resolves problems independently or in consultation with other Information Technology applications staff or end user personnel. Supports Information Technology Management and ensure confidentiality of information relative to said task. Provides expert advice, assistance or guidance of a highly technical nature. Share knowledge, experience,time and talents with others. Perform tasks without being told to do so. Recognize when to make a decision independently and when to consult the supervisor or other staff. Meet work deadlines and be responsible for personal productivity and accountable for meeting performance measures. Provide quality customer service by treating all with whom you come in contact with dignity, compassion, respect and provide timely information and services in a professional manner. Show less

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  BACKGROUND ACTORS GUILD

  Jun 2018 - now

  ACTOR, BACKGROUND ACTORS GUILD

  Works closely with Production Assistant in TV and film. Acts as a bridge between production team and director to ensure alignment between design and implementation. Acted in multiple roles including stand-in, crowds, walk-bys, featured work, general audience, town folk, Bank Teller, and more

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  Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge

  Aug 2021 - now

  Title-IV Contractor

  Software/user support. Engagement with the Southern University Department of Social Work for consultant services to be provided for the Title IV-E Child Welfare Program Simulation Lab. Role player in Simulation Lab virtual and classroom training scripted scenarios; assess and provide constructive feedback of participant's skills; enter data into database system; participate in project related workshops, seminars,and meetings; additional duties that may be assigned by the Title IV-E Coordinator to meet objectives of the Title IV-E grant. Show less