Jim Kerr

Experience

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  ISM - Information Systems Management

  Jan 1991 - Jan 1994

  Vice-President, Systems Operations Division

  A member of Executive Management Team of a Crown Corporation (MDS) with responsibility for consistent delivery of 24/7 IT services to a large and diverse customer base comprised of major public sector clients. Under an expanded private sector mandate as Information Systems Management (ISM), customer base was extended to include private sector customers. As VP, Systems Operations, led a team of 150 IT professionals in all IT service and operations functions and managed an annual budget in excess of $21M. Interacted directly with customers to identify current and future needs and propose additional new services. Prior to 1991, held progressively responsible leadership and technical positions at ISM. Show less

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  MHO - Manitoba Health Organization

  Jan 1994 - Jan 1996

  Vice-President, Information Services and Systems

  Reporting to President MHO, responsible for delivering all IT related functions to support payroll-related services for over 200 Manitoba healthcare facilities. Directed a team of 20 IT technical specialists involved in daily computer operations associated with payroll services to MHO. Oversaw project to migrate customers to enhanced payroll system. Coordinated transition of IT employees from MHO to Ceridian.

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  Health Sciences Centre / Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

  Jan 1996 - Jan 2002

  Regional Information Technology Director

  As Regional Director, was responsible for all technology related activities for Health Sciences Centre, including application development, operations (Windows/VMS platforms) and maintenance. Consulted with and advised Hospital Executives on information technology projects and planning for future IT initiatives to support business plans. Directed team of 30 IT technical specialists in all activities including ongoing customer service support to over 2,500 users. Oversaw all telecom requirements for hospital, and managed an annual operating budget in excess of $4M. Consistently delivered highest level quality of service within budget. Show less

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  Canwest

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2008

  National Director, Information Technology

  A member of the senior IT Management team accountable for service delivery (Systems Management, Network, Telecom, Help Desk, IT Security and Operations) for the 24/7 CanWest Data Center serving a large and diverse CanWest customer base. Directed a team of 35 technical specialists and contract employees supporting over 10,000 CanWest employees in Canada across Print, Broadcast, Interactive, Business Services and Corporate offices. Interacted with all levels of Management. Managed an annual operating budget of $7M. Show less

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  Sierra Systems

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2016

  Principle

  A Principle for Sierra Systems responsible to Senior Client Management for providing Information Technology support services and Best Practices process improvement methodologies, processes and procedures. Engagements included:Canadian Wheat Board • Development and implementation of new Project Management methodology WIKI site• Project Management of Initial Prices ApplicationCity Of Winnipeg, Water and Waste Department • Implementation of Application Inventory Portfolio for the Water and Waste Department, Information Technology DivisionLAPD Information Technology Bureau • Implementation of Application Inventory Portfolio for the entire Information Technology Bureau• Completion of Maturity Assessment for the Information Technology Division• Reorganization recommendation for the Information Technology Division• Recommendation for restructuring and re-implementing the Central Service Desk• Development and implementation of Murder Book Library Management System• Project Management Office best practices consultingAlberta Government, Culture Ministry• Program Management for the Grant Management Initiative Show less

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  University of Manitoba

  Jan 2016 - Jan 2020

  Director Of Technology Services

  As Director of Technology Services, managed six departments consisting of approximately 90 staff. The Technology Services area is responsible for the management and support of the University Enterprise Systems operations consisting of the Data Centre computer hardware, software, network and the U of M telephone system. The application support staff also support over 30 core university computer applications. In addition, the Media and Production Services staff provide lecture capture, video streaming and media production services to faculties and staff. All these Information Technology services are provided and supported across both University of Manitoba Fort Garry and Bannatyne campuses, 24 hours a day, 365 days per year by the Technology Services Staff located in each Campus. Show less