William Ryan Clarke
Decatur,MS
Summary
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer Technician
Mississippi Department Of Transportation
10.2019 - Current
- Assisted on the survey crew
- Used GPS systems to collect data for road and bridge construction sites
- Maintained a wide array of survey equipment
Director of Adult Education/HSE Testing
East Central Community College
07.2010 - 02.2019
- Managed the federal Adult Education department budget (write the budget proposal yearly, request reimbursements, etc.)
- Served as administrator for approximately 20 AE/HSE facilitators in 8 AE/HSE prep courses
- Planned staff development meetings for AE/HSE facilitators
- Promoted the program throughout the College’s recruiting district
- Served as HSE Chief Examiner
- Administered HSE tests (GED and HiSET) at least once per month locally as well as in off-campus locations
- Responsible for security for 30-40 HSE test packets
- Planned a semi-annual HSE graduation ceremony
- Planned HSE Testing schedule to serve our community
- Certified Pearson VUE test examiner
- Certified HiSET examiner (paper based and computer based tests)
- Sought and wrote for grant funding for the College
Technical Assistant/Site Manager/GED Examiner
East Central Community College
02.2003 - 06.2010
- Managed a database of adult education students that is used on a State and Federal level
- Managed several computer labs at different locations
- Adminstered weekly orientation for potential examinees for the GED test
- Administered the GED to at least 10 students weekly
- Prepared and mailed completed tests to scoring service
- Advised adult education students about the steps to enrollment at the college level
Computer Technician
Newton County Schools
08.2002 - 11.2002
- Repaired computers at three different locations
- Problems ranged from loading printer drivers to replacing hardware
- Maintained inventory of every computer and printer on the network
Education
M.S. - Educational Counseling – School Counseling
Mississippi State University
Meridian, MS12.2008
A.A.S. - Computer Networking Support Technology
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS05.2002
B.A. - Liberal Arts with emphasis in English
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12.1999
A.A. - Liberal Arts
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS05.1997
Accomplishments
- Certified Manager in Program Improvement and Leadership Excellence Academy, 12/01/15, This was a two-year course for Mississippi Adult Education directors.
- Various Writing Courses, Mississippi State University Extension Center for Continuing Education
Activities
- Member of Newton Theatre Company at the Roxy, Assist in various productions as needed either backstage or as a musician in the orchestra.
- Clarke Veneable Baptist Church, Member of Worship Choir Instrumentalist Team.
Timeline
Engineer Technician
Mississippi Department Of Transportation
10.2019 - Current
Director of Adult Education/HSE Testing
East Central Community College
07.2010 - 02.2019
Technical Assistant/Site Manager/GED Examiner
East Central Community College
02.2003 - 06.2010
Computer Technician
Newton County Schools
08.2002 - 11.2002
A.A.S. - Computer Networking Support Technology
East Central Community College
B.A. - Liberal Arts with emphasis in English
University of Southern Mississippi
A.A. - Liberal Arts
East Central Community College
M.S. - Educational Counseling – School Counseling
Mississippi State University
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