Lance Christensen
Golden,CO
Summary
Knowledge management and archival professional, experienced in records management and research services for State and Federal records with 18 years of experience. 9 years additional experience in project management, product development, and collections management. Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Access) Archival experience in proper administration of paper, micrographic, photographic and audio materials. Orderly and accurate when indexing documents and performing research and preservation tasks. Cordial professional with upbeat attitude and willingness to help others, including internal teammates and public.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Records Management Specialist/Analyst
CompTech, contracted to the EPA
Denver, CO
01.2023 - Current
- Provided efficient management of various administrative tasks related to UIC and legal records
- Provided support for other functions within the EPA record center, including maintaining quality assurance measures and adhering to records retention policies.
- Handled scanning and retrieval processes for document preservation while adhering to FOIP request guidelines
- Gained Level 4 Civilian Clearance, enabling me to handle confidential data with precision.
Instrumentalist, Musical Director
101st Army Band, Colorado National Guard
Buckley SFB, CO
02.1996 - 12.2023
- Experienced in performing with different music bands including Concert Band and Jazz band. Demonstrated leadership skills by leading a Dixieland Jazz band and composing over 80 arrangements.
- Accomplished producer of multiple albums and videos featuring diverse genres.
- Retired Staff Sergeant with more than three decades of experience, honored with numerous awards.
Knowledge Manager
Avantus Federal, LLC.
McLean, VA
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Ensured knowledge articles were properly edited for content, form, classification, meta-data tagging as well as stored and made accessible to qualified individuals
- Utilized technical writing skills to ensure that documents achieved a high standard of quality and professionalism.
- Maintained records of all documents stored in the organization's electronic repository.
Program Support Specialist
E3 Federal Solutions
Centennial, CO
09.2016 - 08.2020
- Developed Employee Program for the Colorado National Guard in collaboration with National Guard Bureau, various service members, leadership, veterans and their families, employers, and support organizations/agencies.
- Provided coaching and instruction to National Guard members and their families
- Created engaging educational lectures, training presentations, and services offered to a diverse group of over 5200 Army and Air National Guard members.
State Archives Specialist
Colorado State Archives
Denver, CO
02.1999 - 10.2015
- Conducted research on legal and government resources for diverse clientele, ensuring confidentiality of private data and safeguarding historical and legal records.
- Aided customers in obtaining crucial documentation required for Federal filings concerning matters like Social Security, Pension, and Veteran's Administration through diligent research.
- Led efforts to establish industry-leading protocols for digital transfer and preservation at a statewide level. Skillfully managed the procurement process for $50,000 worth of critical equipment while effectively conserving and migrating more than 850 GB of invaluable unique digital assets spanning four decades.
- Extensive background in Records Management spanning 17 years with a focus on research and preservation techniques. Demonstrated understanding of legal guidelines, statutes, and regulations.
Education
Master of Arts in Labor and Technological History -
University of Colorado/Denver
12.2012
Master of Science in Recording Arts - Archival Restoration and Preservation
University of Colorado/Denver
05.2007
Master of Science in Humanities - Media and Musical History and Philosophy
University of Colorado/Denver
05.2000
Bachelor of Science in Audio Engineering and Music Business -
University of Colorado/Denver
05.1996
Skills
- Digital preservation
- Document Management
- File Management
- Audio Restoration/Preservation
- Music Historian, Jazz and Band
- Writer
- Subject matter expertise
- MS Office
- Qualitative Research
- Professional writer with peer-reviewed historical publications
Certification
- Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, 05/01/2018, 05/01/2018, Master’s Certification, Military and Veteran’s Culture
- Colorado Secretary of State, Denver, CO, 08/06/2023, Certified Notary Public, 20194011498
- Civilian Tier Four HIPA and Sensitive Items Certification
Affiliations
- Founder and Musical Director of the All American Big Band, a veteran-run swing band that is the only in band of its kind in Colorado, utilizing carefully researched original arrangements used by bands of the 30s and 40s, including Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, Les Brown, Harry James and others.
- Professional audio preservation specialist with over 6000 cylinders, 78s and other audio recordings dating back to the mid-1890s.
- Former Guest lecturer at UC-Denver in Music and Film history classes.
Websites
Timeline
Records Management Specialist/Analyst
CompTech, contracted to the EPA
01.2023 - Current
Knowledge Manager
Avantus Federal, LLC.
09.2020 - 11.2021
Program Support Specialist
E3 Federal Solutions
09.2016 - 08.2020
State Archives Specialist
Colorado State Archives
02.1999 - 10.2015
Instrumentalist, Musical Director
101st Army Band, Colorado National Guard
02.1996 - 12.2023
Master of Arts in Labor and Technological History -
University of Colorado/Denver
Master of Science in Recording Arts - Archival Restoration and Preservation
University of Colorado/Denver
Master of Science in Humanities - Media and Musical History and Philosophy
University of Colorado/Denver
Bachelor of Science in Audio Engineering and Music Business -
University of Colorado/Denver