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Overview
Work History
Education
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Selected Achievements
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Accomplishments
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Joshua David Werner

Cambridge,USA

Summary

Dynamic Incident Coordinator with a proven track record at Allina Health, excelling in incident management and technical support. Adept at optimizing processes and enhancing team collaboration, I leverage my analytical mindset and exceptional customer service skills to drive efficiency and ensure timely resolutions in high-pressure environments.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Incident Coordinator

Allina Health - Optum (UHG) United Health Group
Minneapolis, USA
07.2017 - 12.2025

The Incident Coordinator is constantly monitoring, documenting, investigating, and coordinating to resolve incidents within (SLA) Service Level Agreement time-frames.

  • Coordinated major, significant, and standard incidents across Allina Health hospitals, clinics, and affiliate networks, ensuring timely escalation and resolution with internal support teams.
  • Validated adherence to incident management policies, ensuring effectiveness of incident response protocols.
  • Managed outage communications among escalation teams, leadership, and impacted sites, facilitating timely updates and resolutions.
  • Documented troubleshooting activities, executed maintenance of the Knowledge Base, and coordinated with leadership regarding any major process changes.
  • Created knowledge base articles for frequently encountered incidents to facilitate faster resolution times.
  • Prioritized incoming incidents based on severity and urgency.
  • Maintained composure and patience in face of difficult customer situations, applying de-escalation techniques and positive customer support.
  • Fostered teamwork and open communication among staff and management, promoting collaboration and improving operational efficiency.
  • Participated in Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and quality improvement reviews to support incident management process adherence and service desk efficiency for 30+ agents.
  • Trained new agents on protocols and procedures while working independently in a remote overnight environment using digital platforms to coordinate with team members across geographies.
  • The Incident Coordinator is the Master Jedi of the Service Desk and all its functions.

Graphic Design Artist

Omega Graphics
Eagan, USA
01.2000 - 01.2020

Designed visual concepts for client projects using Adobe Creative Suite.

  • Created layouts and graphics for print and digital media campaigns.
  • Created logos, business cards, brochures, gift certificates, and web graphics to enhance brand identity and promote visual communication.
  • Collaborated with team members to brainstorm and develop design strategies.

Chief System & Media Department Administrator

JEMI Church - Joyful Evangelistic Ministries International
Oakdale, USA
10.2013 - 12.2017
  • Researched, ordered, assembled, installed, and maintained network and hardware/software for Church using open source and free software, enhancing operational capabilities.
  • Configured and disassembled projectors, videos, and motion backgrounds for events, ensuring proper setup of PPP and PA systems and capturing audio and video data for archival.
  • Designed website graphics, paper materials, logos, and flyers as Chief Graphic Designer, ensuring brand consistency across all platforms.

Information Services Agent - Intermediate - Senior

Allina Health
Minneapolis, USA
11.2015 - 07.2017

Your first point of contact for all technology troubles and requests.

Delivered exceptional customer service to Allina Health Hospitals, Clinics, and Affiliate networks.

  • Provided technical support and troubleshooting to Allina Health employees and clientele regarding computer hardware/software networking/connectivity, and problem solving.
  • Coordinated support by following up on reported issues and resolving complex problems related to systems, applications, hardware, and software in a call center environment.
  • Executed daily IS Service Desk functions, adhering to strict ticket handling procedures and documentation to ensure quality support.
  • Facilitated communication on task progress to customers, enhancing transparency and trust.
  • Directed urgent issues to specific departments to ensure timely handling.
  • Utilized CRM software to track client communications effectively.

GSD (Global Service Desk) Agent

Thomson Reuters - IBM - Kelly Services
Minneapolis, USA
03.2015 - 08.2015
  • Thomson Reuters is the world's leading source of intelligent information for businesses and professionals. We combine industry expertise with innovative technology to deliver critical information to leading decision makers in the financial and risk, legal, tax and accounting, intellectual property and science and media markets, powered by the world's most trusted news organization.
  • Facilitated troubleshooting of network connectivity problems, enhancing user experience and minimizing downtime.
  • Delivered technical support for software and hardware issues, ensuring timely resolution for end users.

PCA - Personal Care Attendant

Community Involvement Programs
Eagan, USA
06.2010 - 06.2015
  • Provided daily support and care for a child with Down syndrome and various health challenges, including heart and hearing issues.
  • Trained new staff on procedures and best practices for client care.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.

HP Installer

Hewlett-Packard (HP) - Advantage Technical Resourcing
Twin Cities, USA
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Installed HP printers and servers to ensure reliable printing solutions for clients.
  • Installed hardware components in various HP devices.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot installation issues.
  • Maintained inventory of installation tools and equipment.

The Technical Assistance Center (TAC) Associate

Wand Corporation
Eden Prairie, USA
08.2012 - 10.2012
  • Provided exceptional customer service to a nationwide network of quick service restaurant (QSR) clients.
  • Diagnosed and fixed basic and complex network problems to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Answered helpdesk calls and documented queries in the ticketing system.

Postal Carrier

United States Post Office
Hopkins, USA
03.2008 - 03.2009
  • Delivered mail and packages to assigned routes, ensuring timely receipt for customers.
  • Sorted and organized mail to optimize delivery routes and enhance accuracy.
  • Loaded mail onto delivery truck for assigned routes.

Truck Driver - Vehicle Transportation: CDL Certified

Werner Trans
Hudson, USA
03.2007 - 03.2008
  • Executed pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Designed route plans to enhance fuel efficiency and minimize delivery times.
  • Kept precise logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance to support operational compliance.

Security Officer

Guardsmark - General Mills: Riverside Technical Center
Minneapolis, USA
07.2006 - 05.2007
  • Conducted routine patrols, identifying and addressing potential security issues to maintain a secure environment.
  • Monitored premises, ensuring safety and security for personnel and visitors.
  • Documented incidents and prepared reports for management review and follow-up.

Sign Guy: From Design To Installation, Graphic And Computer Designer

Apparently Graphic
St. Louis Park, USA
01.2001 - 12.2004
  • Created high-quality digital and print materials using graphic design software to support client needs.
  • Designed visual concepts that enhanced client branding and met project objectives.
  • Operated tools and equipment for sign fabrication and installation, ensuring adherence to project specifications.
  • Installed signs on walls, buildings, poles, windows, and other structures according to specifications.

Employee

Suburban Feed and Supply
Hopkins, USA
01.1988 - 12.2004
  • Engaged customers in conversation, fostering relationships through effective interpersonal skills.
  • Stocked shelves and assisted customers with their purchases, enhancing overall shopping experience.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks and storage areas, ensuring efficient flow of goods.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.

Manager

Kiko's Rice Bowl
St. Louis Park, USA
01.1995 - 01.2003
  • Led team of 10+ people, overseeing store operations from open to close.
  • Coached and trained team members to enhance job performance and service quality.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, ensuring positive dining experiences.
  • Executed bank deposits to ensure secure handling of cash.

Education

Bachelors - Information Technology & CyberSecurity

ITT Technical Institute
Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology Computer Network Systems

ITT Technical Institute
Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Associate of Applied Science Degree - Graphic Design

Art Institutes International School of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, Minnesota

Skills

  • Incident management
  • Technical support and troubleshooting
  • Process optimization
  • Quality improvement
  • Project and team management
  • Effective communication
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Incident documentation
  • Knowledge base management
  • Attention to detail
  • Graphic design
  • Computer repair technician
  • Remote desktop support
  • Windows operating system
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
  • Teams collaboration tool
  • Zoom video conferencing
  • Google Workspace applications
  • ServiceNow platform expertise
  • Citrix virtualization solutions
  • Adobe creative software
  • VMware virtualization technology
  • RSA administration console knowledge
  • Research skills
  • Analytical mindset
  • Approachable leadership style
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Decisive action-taking
  • Network support services
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
  • Common sense problem-solving skills
  • Exceptional customer service experience (40 years)
  • Cybersecurity principles knowledge

Selected Achievements

  • Dean's List, Summa Cum Laude, GPA 3.92
  • Capstone project: Designed a network infrastructure linking five locations, integrating business processes and IT systems; received grade A and adopted as a reference platform by ITT
  • Process improvement: Optimized procedures in Information Services, improving efficiency and eliminating redundant workflows
  • EXCELS: Achieved yearly promotions with 97–100% performance metrics in all Information Services categories

References

References available upon request.

Accomplishments

Consistently received peer recognition for performance and contributions

Timeline

Lead Incident Coordinator

Allina Health - Optum (UHG) United Health Group
07.2017 - 12.2025

Information Services Agent - Intermediate - Senior

Allina Health
11.2015 - 07.2017

GSD (Global Service Desk) Agent

Thomson Reuters - IBM - Kelly Services
03.2015 - 08.2015

Chief System & Media Department Administrator

JEMI Church - Joyful Evangelistic Ministries International
10.2013 - 12.2017

The Technical Assistance Center (TAC) Associate

Wand Corporation
08.2012 - 10.2012

HP Installer

Hewlett-Packard (HP) - Advantage Technical Resourcing
01.2012 - 01.2013

PCA - Personal Care Attendant

Community Involvement Programs
06.2010 - 06.2015

Postal Carrier

United States Post Office
03.2008 - 03.2009

Truck Driver - Vehicle Transportation: CDL Certified

Werner Trans
03.2007 - 03.2008

Security Officer

Guardsmark - General Mills: Riverside Technical Center
07.2006 - 05.2007

Sign Guy: From Design To Installation, Graphic And Computer Designer

Apparently Graphic
01.2001 - 12.2004

Graphic Design Artist

Omega Graphics
01.2000 - 01.2020

Manager

Kiko's Rice Bowl
01.1995 - 01.2003

Employee

Suburban Feed and Supply
01.1988 - 12.2004

Bachelors - Information Technology & CyberSecurity

ITT Technical Institute

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology Computer Network Systems

ITT Technical Institute

Associate of Applied Science Degree - Graphic Design

Art Institutes International School of Minneapolis
Joshua David Werner