SUMMARY:

• Consulting as a Systems Implementation Analyst for the KronosWorkforce Central Product Suite for more than 12 years; with a total of over 20 - years experience within the Time & Attendance Industry.Which include hands-on experience in managing, configuring, planning and implementing enterprise level Time and Attendance Systems with a specialized focus utilizing the Kronos Workforce Centralproduct.Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team. Proven implementation skills involve managing, developing and configuring software from large to mid-sized corporations.First-class analytical, design and problem solving skills. Excel at translating business needs to functional requirements and process modeling. Skilled at managing multiple projects, vendors, partners, internal customers, orchestrating cross functional teams in development of on-target requirements, implementation, launch and . Deep expertise in business applications and implementation lifecycle aids in my ability to remove obstacles quickly and to develop realistic expectations.
• Hands-on experience implementing and configuring over 100 Time and Attendance Installations utilizing applications which include: KRONOS Workforce Central v. 5.x-7.0, Ceridian, Stromberg, ADP ETime, Time America, Jantek, Infinitime, NOVAtime, Valiant, &RealTime Software products.
• Extensive experience in utilizing the Workforce Integration Manager writing interfaces into SAP HRIS & Payroll, PeopleSoft, Oracle, Lawson HRIS, Payroll expertise.
• Conductsite-visit working with IT department to confirm network/hardware specifications prior to installation.
• Configured SQL/Oracle database and implement company pay policies.
• Created custom interfaces from application software and manipulate into file formats that can be automatically imported.
• Installed, configured, and test KRONOS Workforce Central v. 5.x-7.0 which include expertise in the following modules:
• Workforce Forecasting, Scheduling, & Time Capture
• Workforce Timekeeper
• Workforce Accruals
• Workforce Attendance
• Workforce Leave
• Workforce Activities
• Workforce Connect / Interface Designer
• Configured and testedweb -based module of Employee Self Service software utilizing IIS & .Net Framework.
• Setup parallel test roll-out of all systems prior to “GO LIVE DATE”.
• Conduct of system for all Department Managers & End-Users.
• Provide on-going support via remote software.
• Created custom user interfaces to third party i.e., payroll software, scheduling software, &ERP Software.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Application Development Tools: SQL, PHP, Perl, Javascript, JSP, Java, J2EE, Inquire E, Focus v5, JCL, PL1.

Hardware: IBM PC s, Intel, Sun Sparc, HP Servers, DEC Vax, IBM Blades.

Methodologies/Techniques: Rational Unified Process, XP, Agile, Requirements Elicitation,Facilitation, Quality Center Tool, SDLC, Waterfall, RAD, JAD, Iterative, SDP-21, CMMi

Network Software/Communications: TCP/IP, Token Ring, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Sonic (fire)Wall TZ70 with Content Filter, DNS, 802.11X, X.25, X.500, SMTP, IMAP POP, NFS, Hubs/routers, LAN, MS ADS, VTAMOperating Systems:Windows 2005 Server Enterprise Edition, Windows XP/ / 98, Red Hat Linux, IBM MVS/tso/xa, Dec Vax VMS

Programming Languages: VBA, ASP, Transact SQL, PL SQL, Perl, PHP, Javascript, VBScript, Java, JSP, J2EE, Shell Scripting, Perl 561, Micro Focus COBOL

Testing Tools: Quality Center, Enterprise Architect,Mercury Load Runner.

Packages: Kronos Workforce Timekeeper 4.3/5.0/5.1/6.1/6.2/6.3/7.0 all modules and ancillaries, Oracle Enterprise Manager 2.2, Quest Tools, TOAD, SQL*Loader, RMAN, Net 8, SQL*Plus, Oracle Export Import Utilities / Command, SAP Interface Module.

Languages: FTP, KSH, FTPCommander, Apache, CLIST.

Databases: Oracle 8, Oracle 9i, Oracle 10g release 1, MS SQL 2000, MySQL, Focus, Web.

Application Servers: JRun, Jboss, Websphere 5.1, Oracle Application Server, Apache 2 HTTP, MS Internet Information Server.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Kronos Developer / Consultant

Confidential, Philadelphia, PA

Responsibilities:

• Managed the implementation of WorkForce Management, Advanced Scheduler and Connect interfaces in/out of Lawson HRIS system. Lead team through discovery and development of business rules including identification of the fit/gaps. Develop change management processes including centralization of all independent payroll groups within the organization. Develop unique methodology and negotiate services required. Manage initial project phase deliverable. Project Schedule, Communication Plan, Technical Architecture, Discovery and Business Requirement Documentation. Assess Resources and budget to meet project objectives. Negotiated scope creep areas with PMO and Director of Business Applications. Lead weekly status meetings as well as Steering Committee.
• Lead Implementation Specialist responsibilities. Manage direct MBO application consultants and coordinate cross functional team deliverables - WorkForce Central Integration into ADP. Assist in capturing best practices and development of implementation methodologies. On-site communication to C level sponsors including the development of change management processes. As well, ensure continued site sponsorship is in alignment with CHI standards and methodologies to ensure target dates are met and that project plans/schedules are adhered to. Assist application consultants with all technical responsibilities with respect to workforce management application configurations and interfaces in/out of the HRIS (ADP).

Kronos Architect / Consultant

Confidential, San Diego, CA

Responsibilities:

• Hands-on upgrade, implementation and configuration of Kronos Work Force Time and Attendance System 7.0
• Activities included, bringing in process knowledge pertaining to the workforce management solution.
• Analyzed client needs, provided guidance on business plan and package evaluation, suggesting feasible solutions.
• Lead solution definition and solution deployment.
• Developed solution frameworks addressing core industry challenges and specific system design needs.
• Provided thought leadership and drove client’s long range plans and roadmap.
• Interacted directly with senior leadership to articulate value of solution.
• Interfaced with the Client Services Group on sales pursuit for defining innovative solutions.
• Comprehensive expertise in the Retail Domain.
• Installed & Configured Kronos Labor Scheduling and/ or Time and Attendance.
• Setup & Configured Workforce Forecasting and Scheduling
• Ability to relate with Package based service offerings including technology aspects relevant for WFM package implementations.
• Led functional requirements definition, technical construction, and input into Quality Center
• Authored Core Kronos business process UML documentation and work flowdiagrams.
• Developed documentation and graphics for Kronos transformation project
• Proactively resolved project team, technical and business process conflicts.
• Effectively managed multiple related Kronos transformation projects and work packages.
• Seamless transitioned and turned over transformed Kronos project into production environment and technical support.
• Proactively mentored diverse client staffs implementing, patching, upgrades, migrations, complex architecture solutions, security, performance, tuning, trouble-shooting, and disaster recovery.
• Efficiently delivered in-depth technical consulting services: Install, configure,routine patching and upgrades for Workforce Timekeeper Management System.
• Led customer IT organization in QA validation: hardware, software, databases, WAN Network, for SIT,OAT, UAT of Autosys, Oracle, Solaris, Kronos WFC, MS IIS, F5 balancer.

Sr. Kronos Consultant

Confidential, Chicago, IL

Responsibilities:

• Lead requirements for WFC 6.1 functional and infrastructure implementation.
• Provided functional design, implementation plans, and integration services.
• Updated USG Continuity/Disaster Recovery plans with Kronos technical requirements.
• Validated business Use Cases on dependent deliverables with PMO.
• Provided optimization monitoring, problem triage, root cause analysis and issue resolution.
• Installed, configured WFC 6.1 Oracle 9i and 10g Oracle RAC, HP Unix, Windows Servers, Vmachines.
• Utilized Enterprise Architect and authored repeatable process documentation including system diagrams, logical data models, design and test documents.
• Defined functional requirements and technical infrastructure.
• Performed cost/benefit/risk analysis assessments.
• For infrastructure projects: created financial estimates, forecasted and tracked financials.
• Managed competing and fluctuating business projects and priorities.
• Managed expectations, cross-functional teams, stakeholder issues, risks, milestones.
• Assisted development of Statement of Work, financial metrics, scope, WBS; activity risks; time, cost, quality, customer satisfaction and business continuity/disaster recovery plans.
• Delivered through leading cross-functional teams, managing initiation, implementation planning, execution, monitoring and controlling variance reporting and closing processes.
• Coordinated resolution of project issues and escalations.
• Devised and implemented Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery plans.

Confidential

Implementation Consultant

Responsibilities:

• Managed the implementation of WorkForce Management, Advanced Scheduler and Connect interfaces in/out of Lawson HRIS system. Lead team through discovery and development of business rules including identification of the fit/gaps. Develop change management processes including centralization of all independent payroll groups within the organization. Develop unique methodology and negotiate services required. Manage initial project phase deliverable. Project Schedule, Communication Plan, Technical Architecture, Discovery and Business Requirement Documentation. Assess Resources and budget to meet project objectives. Negotiated scope creep areas with PMO and Director of Business Applications. Lead weekly status meetings as well as Steering Committee.
• Lead Implementation Specialist responsibilities. Manage direct MBO application consultants and coordinate cross functional team deliverables - WorkForce Central Integration into ADP. Assist in capturing best practices and development of implementation methodologies. On-site communication to C level sponsors including the development of change management processes. As well, ensure continued site sponsorship is in alignment with CHI standards and methodologies to ensure target dates are met and that project plans/schedules are adhered to. Assist application consultants with all technical responsibilities with respect to workforce management application configurations and interfaces in/out of the HRIS (ADP).

Confidential, Glen Head, NY

Software Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Managed all on-going Time & Attendance Enterprise Software Implementations from start to finish.
• Part of a team of 10 software engineers developing, testing, & implementing Time & Attendance
• Highly experienced in the RFP process. Able to go through RFP in depth and create a technical proposal meeting requirements and deadline for delivery.