JAMES ARTHUR JOHNSON
BBA, MA, A+, ACHDS, HDA, HDM, MOS, W3S/HTML
johns2ja@jmu.edu

An experienced Senior Web Developer with a diverse background (Web Development, Help Desk, Desktop Support, Networking, Mainframe Operations, Psychology/Counseling, Teaching, Genealogy) whose more recent projects have involved extending my development of mobile-first responsive templates for university websites for a variety of purposes, implementing UI, writing the back-end of apps and learning/applying Python in some of these endeavors. Further, I am one who is open to positions that involve spending more time with people and less time in front of the screen.

An experienced Senior Web Developer with a diverse background (Web Development, Help Desk, Desktop Support, Networking, Mainframe Operations and Psychology/Counseling) whose more recent projects have involved extending my development of mobile-first responsive templates for university websites for a variety of purposes, implementing UI, and writing the back-end of apps .

WORK EXPERIENCE AND ACHIEVEMENTS:

James Madison University - Information Technology Department, Harrisonburg, VA. Positions: Web Developer. July 2008-present (promoted to Senior Web Developer in November 2013). Help Desk Analyst. December 2004-July 2008.

• Developed tools based in web services running against Cascade REST API.
• Converted a Total Compensation Benefits Calculator written in Visual Basic to a standalone jQuery application easily maintained by the Human Resources Department using Cascade CMS. http://www.jmu.edu/humanresources/totalcomp/index.shtml
• Developed and launched JMU’s responsive site http://www.jmu.edu
• Pioneered and Developed Responsive Design prototypes
• Developed and launched JMU’s mobile web site http://m.jmu.edu,  using jQuery, HTML5, CSS3, YUI Grids and XSLT/VelocityScript
• Redeveloped the Campus Directory using Perl and jQuery DataTables (http://www.jmu.edu/directory) and later did another redevelopment partnering with HannonHill using PHP (https://directory.jmu.edu)
• Significant contributions to additional high profile projects such as Accounts Portal (MASON framework), Transfer Advising (Perl/CGI), Online Curricular System (Perl/CGI), HR Autocomplete Search (jQuery) and Cascade Server (including apps within using VelocityScript and XSLT with XML and jQuery)
• Authored various articles, web pages, web sites and e-books
• Presented at the Cascade Server User Conference in Atlanta, GA
• Described as “One of our best hires” by the Executive Director of Information Systems of James Madison University
• Featured in the Crossroads article EMU grads help market James Madison University
• Described by a customer as one who "love(s) to get things done" and his "SLA is one of the best in the business."

Blue Ridge Community College - Workforce & Continuing Education (WCE), Weyers Cave and Harrisonburg, VA. Position: Adjunct Faculty (WCE Computer Training: XHTML/CSS/JavaScript). April 2006-December 2014.

• Rewrote the HTML course I teach to reflect XHTML standards and am gradually integrating HTML5
• Wrote and taught both the Web Development using CSS course and the Practical JavaScript course
• Described as a "brilliant, kind, caring instructor" and "an incredible resource and computer guru."

Advantage Physical Therapy & Sports Performance - Technical Support, Harrisonburg, VA. Position: Server Administrator. January 2005-August 2007. Position: Webmaster. August 2006-January 2011.

• Developed a quality website in 2009 in PHP with an original fading carousel using my own JavaScript implementation

WLR Foods, Inc. – MIS Department, Hinton and Broadway, VA. Positions: PC Specialist, Help Desk Operator. June 1995-May 1999.

• Pioneered a company Intranet
• Helped move to paperless and centralized documentation
• Single-handedly ran the Help Desk for over 700 customers in 4 states

Merck & Co., Inc. – Technical Operations, Manufacturing Division, Stonewall Plant, Elkton, VA. Position: Intern/Bulk Mainframe Operator. November 1993-May 1995.

James Madison University – Office of Information Technology, Harrisonburg, VA. Position: Microcomputing Lab Consultant. Spring 1992-November 1993.

Computing Knowledge and Accomplishments:

• Author of Velocity: Beyond the Basics: Beyond a $ here and a # to do (additions, subtractions and things left unsaid)
  (Kindle Edition | on Google Play)
• Presented Velocity: the Basics: with a $ here and a # to do at the Cascade Server Users Conference (September 21, 2015)
• Featured in Hannon Hill Corp. Team Blog: CUC15 Session Spotlight: Velocity (September 21, 2015)
• Author of Velocity: The Basics: Scripting with a $ here and # to do (Kindle Edition | on Google Play)
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows (3.1-10), Macintosh OS X, macOS, Microsoft Office, HTML, SSI, CSS, JavaScript, XHTML, Perl/CGI, jQuery, Velocity (VTL), XSL (XSLT, XPATH), XML, YUI Grids, Cascade Server, Unix/Linux and DOS (including scripting), PC and Network troubleshooting
• Familiarity with Java, JavaFX, PHP, ASP, VBScript, HTML5, Remedy, Linux and mainframe operations
• Featured in the YUI blog at http://www.yuiblog.com/blog/2012/09/21/yui-weekly-for-sept-21st-2012 for a demo I wrote for the Cascade Server User Conference (September 2012) using YUI Grids and jQuery)
• Certifications: Python 3 Tutorial course from Sololearn (Certificate, January 31, 2020), W3Schools HTML Developer Certification (October 2006), Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification (PowerPoint 2003) (August 2006), HDI HDM (Help Desk Manager) Certification (July 2006), HDI HDA (Help Desk Analyst) Certification (July 2005), Apple - ACHDS Certification (April 2005), CompTIA A+ Certification (2004)
• Author of multiple articles for James Madison University’s Technical Advisory. Refer to http://educ.jmu.edu/~johns2ja/works.htm
• Developed documentation for assistance with technical operations in a manufacturing setting as well as operations in a university support center
• Past experience with Unix, mainframe operations (ITX, VAX, AS400) and programming: BASIC, PASCAL, COBOL, and SQL
• Participated in various computer training since 2004, including Python, Cascade Server, Responsive Web Design, XSLT, HTML5, Security, jQuery, jQuery Mobile, Java, JavaScript, Perl/CGI, PHP, VelocityScript, XML, YUI Grids, VBScript, ASP, ADO, SQL, FrontPage Server Extensions, JavaFX, Help Desk Support, XHTML, CSS, Oracle Calendar and various Operating Systems (a detailed list of training can be furnished upon request)
• Additional training (SDI, MBTI personality assessments, Listening Skills, Team Building, Inter-generational Differences in the Workplace, Emotional Triggers)

Examples of my work available: http://educ.jmu.edu/~johns2ja/works.htm

Counseling Work Experience and Accomplishments can be provided upon request.

EDUCATION:

Hagerstown Community College, Hagerstown, MD. January-April 2004.

• Completed computer-related course work to prepare for A+ Certification
• Earned CompTIA A+ Certification (2004)

Eastern Mennonite University, Harrisonburg, VA. August 1996-June 1999.

• Master of Arts in Counseling (GPA: 3.982)

 James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA. August 1991-May 1995.

• Bachelor of Business Administration
• Major: Computer Information Systems, Decision Support Systems Concentration (Major GPA: 3.85, Cumulative GPA: 3.589)
• Placed on both the Dean’s List and President’s List
• Graduated Magna Cum Laude

ACTIVITIES, SUBSCRIPTIONS, MEMBERSHIPS AND HONORS:

• Python 3 Tutorial course from Sololearn (Certificate, January 31, 2020)
• Presented "From Tales to Tree: Getting Started in Genealogy" at Rockingham County (VA) Parks & Recreation (October 7, 2019).
• Member of the Personal Enrichment Advisory Council of Workforce & Continuing Education at Blue Ridge Community College (since October 2019)
• Presented "From Tales to Tree: Getting Started in Genealogy" at James Madison University via a partnership with Balanced Dukes and JMU Talent Development (July 10, 2019).
• Trail Life USA Troop Ministry Liaison (formerly Charter Organization Representative) (2019-present)
• Trail Life USA Trail Guide (2014-2018)
• Recipient of the 2013 Cassie Lightning Bolt Award at the 2013 Cascade Server User Conference
• Listed in The Global Directory of Who's Who
• James Madison University Macintosh User's Group
• TechRepublic Member
• Macintosh OS X Certification Alliance Member
• Subscriber to eWeek and PC Magazine
• Silver Member of Help Desk Institute
• Golden Key International Honors Society (since 1992)
• Mortar Board Honor Society (Pi Sigma Alpha) (since 1994)
• Beta Gamma Sigma Business Honors Society (member since March 23, 1994)
• Nursing Home Ministry at New Covenant Community Church (2011-2016)
• Worship Team at New Covenant Community Church (2010-present)
• Singing (Worship Team, "Singing Men" and choir at New Covenant Community Church)
• JMU UREC Floor Hockey Participant (July 2008-present)
• Presented at JMU Training & Development: Developing Positive Assertiveness Trainer (July 2009, February 2012, February 2013 and February 2014).
• Presented Help Desk resources and troubleshooting at the JMU IT Training Center (October 20, 2005)
• Taught Help Desk staff about various browsers and troubleshooting for several trainings (2005-2007)
• Taught my Discourses class at Covenant Presbyterian Church (PCA) (February/March 2009)
• Trained Facilitator for The Truth Project (earned May 2008)
• Men's Book Study Ministry at Covenant Presbyterian Church (PCA) (February 2006-August 2009)
• Men's Ministry Leadership at Covenant Presbyterian Church (PCA) (Spring 2005-Spring 2009)
• Researching my Genealogy and studying History
• Enjoying Math problems and Crosswords
• Creating with my children using Legos and varying figures and dioramas.
• Playing Lego video games with my children