Casey Newman
Victoria,USA
Summary
Dynamic education professional with over 16 years of diverse experience in roles including Network Services Specialist, Safety and Security Director, Systems Administrator, and Technology Director. Proven ability to develop and execute comprehensive five-year plans while effectively managing technology and safety budgets for large school districts. Demonstrated leadership skills through the supervision of teams of up to 12 employees, with a commitment to continuous improvement supported by extensive training at the Texas School Safety Center. Dedicated coach with experience leading boys' basketball, assistant football, and head baseball teams, fostering teamwork and discipline both on and off the field.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Systems Administrator
Memorial Medical Center
Port Lavaca, TX
02.2025 - Current
- Provided technical support to users via help desk services.
- Developed documentation for system procedures and user guides.
- Collaborated with teams to troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Improved network infrastructure by installing hundreds of brand-new Cat 6 cable runs and removing hundreds of old cabling.
- Installed switches and access points while removing old and outdated equipment.
- Managed system upgrades and installations for network infrastructure.
- Created user accounts and managed access rights for users.
- Many more job duties
Athletic Director/Technology Director/PE Teacher/Head Basketball Coach
Trinity Episcopal School
06.2024 - 03.2025
- Oversaw daily operations as administrator on duty, ensuring smooth execution of athletic events and adherence to safety protocols.
- Fostered strong connections with parents and athletes to enhance community engagement.
- Managed network systems and Active Directory to ensure optimal performance and security for educational operations.
- Administered technology and athletic budgets to ensure optimal resource allocation.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing all staff members' technical needs and concerns.
- Authored athletic handbooks to establish guidelines and performed weekly grade evaluations to ensure student-athlete eligibility.
- Created and organized sports fee structures to ensure transparency in cost allocation for each sport.
- Motivated athletes to enhance performance and foster a culture of continuous growth.
Director of Technology
La Vernia Independent School District
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Direct the district's technology initiatives as they relate to instructional technology, technology infrastructure, and data integration
- Created and maintained long lasting relationships with third party vendors and purchasing vendors
- Provided leadership for short- and long-range planning for all technology visions, goals, Infrastructure, staffing, training, evaluations, and budgeting
- Responsible for determining all technology hardware and software requirements for entire school district
- Responsible for determining, budgeting, purchasing, and implementing the computer and associated equipment replacement cycles for all campuses and departments
- Maintained and built ticketing systems and processes which involved incidents for both Maintenance and Technology
- Responsible for district network, internet, emails, cameras, telephones, and student database systems
- Responsible for maintenance and timely updates for many types of databases and servers/firewall
- Contribute to the planning, development, communication, implementation, and evaluation of a technology infused strategic plan across the entire district
- Member of the Safety and Security Committee
Manager of Technical Services
Victoria Independent School District
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Supervised 12 technicians to maintain and provide exceptional customer service to over 25 campuses
- Worked alongside the Technology Director in making positive changes to technology needs district wide
- Created a positive environment within the department while meeting the needs of over 15,000 students and 5,000 staff members
- Member of the VISD Technology Leadership committee
- Edited and maintained all Microsoft Office programs including Admin Portal and Active Directory for every member of the school district as well as Google Chromebooks for Student 1-1
- Served as the Project Manager for the department when it came to software installs, updates, and device roll outs
Safety and Security Director/Director of Information Technology
Woodsboro ISD
Woodsboro Texas
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Developed and implemented comprehensive security policies aligned with district protocols.
- Conducted regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities within school facilities.
- Led training programs for staff on emergency preparedness and crisis response procedures.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement to enhance community safety initiatives.
- Worked with all 3 campuses on maintaining technology stability
- Worked with several different vendors on updating old network infrastructure equipment
- Installed cabling in classrooms where/when needed
- Maintained/Installed up to 60 new security cameras throughout entire school district
- Created and monitored inventory system for all technical equipment
- Updated/maintained student Chromebooks for over 450 students
- Maintained department budget of Technology and Safety
Network Services Specialist
Region III Education Service Center
02.2015 - 06.2019
- Enhanced data quality by providing technical assistance and training district personnel on diverse software applications and databases.
- Oversaw maintenance of diverse IT hardware/software platforms and network equipment.
- Cultivated and sustained enduring partnerships with 40 area school districts.
- Oversaw database management and ensured integrity of third-party extracts utilizing SQL.
- Administered, maintained, and updated 'txeis/ascender' student data information system across 40 district databases.
- Facilitated transition of districts between various student database systems through scripting expertise.
- Managed user access for software licensing to ensure compliance and supported contract renewals with service providers.
Field Representative
United States House of Representatives
01.2013 - 02.2015
- Supported representation of the 27th district of Texas through attendance at various community events with 10-200 participants present. Assisted in engaging with community members across the district during organized events.
- Conducted regular meetings with local business owners and city and county officials to foster collaboration and community engagement.
- Compiled comprehensive written and verbal reports for United States Congressman.
- Fostered connections with new acquaintances, establishing lasting professional relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
University of Houston-Victoria
Victoria, TexasSkills
- Public speaking proficiency
- Active Directory configuration management
- System hardware deployment
- Customer-focused technical support
- Budget analysis
- Documentation process improvement
- Mobile device security management
- Precise technical content creation
- System update coordination
- Strong verbal communication
- Skilled in system configuration
- Newsletter production and delivery
- SQL scripting expertise
- Inventory and asset management
- Network troubleshooting
- System upgrades
- Database management
- Customer relationship management
- Vendor management
- Problem solving
- Email administration
- Project management
- Relationship building
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Marketing strategies and advertising
- Technology integration and support
- Training and development programs
- Attended Safety and Security Trainings- Texas School Safety Center
- Monitor weather everyday, storms/hurricanes
Timeline
Systems Administrator
Memorial Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
Athletic Director/Technology Director/PE Teacher/Head Basketball Coach
Trinity Episcopal School
06.2024 - 03.2025
Director of Technology
La Vernia Independent School District
01.2023 - 06.2024
Manager of Technical Services
Victoria Independent School District
09.2020 - 07.2022
Safety and Security Director/Director of Information Technology
Woodsboro ISD
07.2019 - 08.2020
Network Services Specialist
Region III Education Service Center
02.2015 - 06.2019
Field Representative
United States House of Representatives
01.2013 - 02.2015
Bachelor of Science - Communications
University of Houston-Victoria
NAIA Athlete of the Week
2008