MELVIN W. HANSEN 436 Salem Square Bolingbrook, Illinois 60440-2977 (630) 739-4439 MelHansen@aol.com  Résumé
	Highlights of Qualifications Experienced in graphic design and layout, desktop publishing, social research and analysis, education/training and project management and office administration, . Proficient in a variety of media tools and software including: Digital camera and video, Microsoft Producer and PowerPoint; Adobe PhotoShop, Premier, Microsoft Word, Excel, and VISIO. Programming experience in dBase III+ application development and Basic. Proven talent for designing, prioritizing, and integrating concepts and ideas for a variety of functions. Accomplished communicator with solid oral and written skills; able to relate effectively to individuals, small groups, and larger audiences. Consistently rated outstanding in organizational skills and the management of special projects. Top of Page   Professional Experience
	TELLABS, Inc. Bolingbrook, IL 1999 - 2003 Graphic Production Specialist Provide graphic arts and media developement to the Tellabs Training Center for classroom projection media, hard copy media, and web delivery using a variety of tools and programs including: o PowerPoint o Photoshop o PaintShopPro o DreamWeaver o MS Producer o Extensis Portfolio o Acrobat o Still photography and video (videography, and production using Premiere)
	U.S. DEPARTMENT HUD - Chicago, IL 1977 to 1996 Equal Opportunity Specialist Provided technical assistance to government agencies, community organizations, and developers participating in HUD programs. Reviewed performance reports and conducted in-depth reviews to ensure compliance with a wide range of civil rights legislation and program requirements. Assisted the Division Director with workload management, quality control, and budget and travel issues. Cited as "the primary computer applications and programming resource for both the Programs and the Compliance Divisions." Served as Division level DBM, and field office consultant to the HUD Central Office as needed. Trained and supported office staff in computer applications.
	Key Contributions: Tellabs Developed original static and animated artwork and photo graphics for equipment deptictions, concept clarification, and process flow explanation Adapted hard copy course materials to PowerPoint for classroom presentations Produced video clips for classroom and CD presentations HUD Pioneered numerous analytical database and spreadsheet tools, reports, and document formats which automated and standardized office procedures. Set-up weekly computerized workload accounting system for tracking the status of all work orders in the office, including projected workloads for each specialist. Selected to conduct equal opportunity reviews based on demonstrated computer and programmatic expertise. Analyzed the racial composition of projects for various housing authorities and developed a classification system, associated maps, and a historical database of over 1,000 sites in Chicago to ensure compliance with fair housing legislation. Developed review recommendations that established national precedents in the areas of fair housing and open housing issues. Designed and produced a variety of desktop publishing items, from charts, graphs, and flyers, to reports and handbooks, as well as recreations of Federal Register and Regulation publications. Served as Acting Division Director on numerous occasions. Represented the Division and Office Director at Regional Office staff meetings for special assignment topics. Fair housing efforts resulted in numerous changes in procedures and practices and promoted open housing policies.   Top of Page
	Military - United States Air Force, 1965 - 1976 Race Relations Education Officer. Supervised educational program and conducted over 1,800 hours of classroom instruction. Civic Action Officer. Directed Base Civic Action (Military Assisted Community Development) Program in Vietnam. Missile Combat Crew Commander - Commanded Minuteman missle crew. Eduction and Training Officer Assisted in the research for, development of, and instruction for the USAF Special Air Warfare Center Psychological Operations / Civic Action Training Program. Recognitions - U.S. Bronze Star Vietnamese Medal of Honor First Class Korean Army Capital Infantry Division Letter of Appreciation. Honorably Discharged. Additional details available on request. Top of Page
	Education and Training B.A., Psychology, Minors in Sociology and Art, Hanover College - Hanover, IN 2300+ hours continuing education in management and computer operations. Detailed listing available. Top of Page
	Honors and Awards "Key Contributor" recognition - Tellabs Nominee and Finalist for Chicago Federal Executive Board Outstanding Program Specialist of the Year - Nominated by HUD Excellence in Performance Award four times - HUD Superior Accomplishments Award and Superior Service Award - HUD Elected Moderator, Blackhawk Presbytery (96 churches), Presbyterian Church (USA) Elected Presbytery Delegate to the church's General Assembly, 1986 Elected Elder of First Presbyterian Church of DuPage Commander, American Legion Post #1288, Bolingbrook: 6 terms Commander; Will County Council of the American Legion. Sr. Vice Commander, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #5917, Bolingbrook, IL Recipient of Beaconridge (Townhomes) Improvement Association's John P. Gerza Good Neighbor Award Top of Page
	Endorsements "Mr. Hansen has a unique body of knowledge, analytical skills, and commitment that come together to cause a difference." "...constantly goes beyond the routine and expected demands of his job." "I enthusiastically and without reservation recommend him for any position he is qualified for." Top of Page
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