Brian Prettyman Email & Phone Number

Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area

Database administration and proficient writing of SQL coding and queries in order to procure data and reports for the Utah state legislature, Governor's office, DWS Executive Director's Office, external partners, public inquiry and others, from internal data tables, data warehouses, and imported data from external sources. Creating and modifying COGNOS reports (eReports). Providing training to new hires. Liaison between gatekeepers and Divisions within department. Utilizing computer software programs to store data. Analyzing retrieved data and arranging results in a format that effectively supports the organization's production activities. Coordinating the use of information analysis, related hardware, software and data. Interfacing with data processing users to automate applications and/or resolve application and operating problems. Helping stakeholders identify better ways to utilize the system's capabilities for quality data and efficiency. Estimating project timelines; assuring deadlines are met with quality and accuracy.Negotiating common standards for data formats. Making recommendations to upper management for improving and/or maintaining effective information analysis support for the organization.

340 E 100 S, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111

Procurement of Federal and State funded grants, request for proposals (RFP) and other contracts and/or agreements.Ensuring compliance with applicable Federal and/or State laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standard policies and procedural guidelines. Training to large group settings statewide, efficient correspondence and onsite meetings with Division Directors, other government contractors and external grantee organizations across the state of Utah. Evaluation and monitoring of all grants and contracts requirements, according to contract specifications, Federal and State regulations, state code and laws.Review and approval of fiscal operations budget requests and Scope of Work outcome measures for reporting and performance measures to ensure compliance, determine efficiencies, maintain accuracy and control of contract costs and data reporting.Technical assistance, trouble-shooting of contractor concerns, clarifications of policies and coordination of services.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat DC, Adobe Sign/Giga Sign, SmartSheet, Google Workspace/Google Drive applications and Word programs. Engaging and dynamic presentation skills. Meets and confers with management, users, and contract providers to resolve any program or policy issues.Monitors agency or program budget including revenues, expenditures and budget projection.

140 E 300 S, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111

Spearheading the development and implementation of program, systems, policies and procedures to comply with state laws and code/administrative rule, federal regulations and rules for the General Assistance (GA) program and the SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access and Recovery (SOAR) program.Acting as statewide technical resource for Executive Director's office, upper management, front-line staff, Governor's Office, Legislature and community, providing information and feedback on programs.Proficient in department information sources, including but not limited to, Federal regulation, Federal and State directives, State law, administrative rules, public laws, information technology data sources, and internal communications.Implemented new laws, administrative rules, regulations and directives of the State and department as required by Federal and State program requirements. Lead and train Department of Workforce Services staff, external partner agencies statewide, and advocacy groups in the community.Draft and implement new or revised system programming/development, administrative rules, policy, procedure, and forms.Lead focus workgroups within various levels of the organization, including front line staff, to ascertain impact of program changes to operations.Develop program and services update packages including policies, procedures, training, and then implement to staff across the state of Utah. Update and maintain department policy manuals.

340 E 100 S, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111

Led statewide workgroups and spearheaded program overhaul and re-structuring of Utah's family financial assistance program (Family Employment Program; FEP). Updated Utah Administrative Rules and department policies/procedures/pathways for Federal and State Financial Assistance programs (FEP, FEP-Two-Parent, Adoption Assistance, Refugee Cash Assistance, FEP Child Care, FEP Training Assistance, etc.) and implemented fully as a statewide initiative. Managed program updates for multiple system enhancements, implemented new Federal and State laws (i.e., Drug Testing for welfare recipients) and trained staff across the state to ensure quality and efficient use of directives. Created outcome reports and edit tools for evaluation of program modifications. Held statewide weekly TANF conference calls and responsible for HelpDesk emails and trouble-shooting of program issues, policy clarifications, upkeep of system defects or maintenance requests, and other problem solving needs.

1385 South State Street, Salt Lake City, Ut, 84115

Trainer of new DWS employees in groups of up to 25 individuals. Implementation of training curriculum covering all programs and responsibilities of new Workforce Development employees, including introduction and basic skills training of Federal and State programs, including their requirements and policies, system functioning and overview, case management requirements, online or system application tools and services, and other resource and referral. Managed, reviewed and supervised staff's probation period and progress. Collaboration with statewide offices to coordinate case management techniques and transition into full caseloads and onsite employment.

7292 South State Street, Midvale, Utah 84047

Intensive case management for public welfare recipients looking for work. Use of job search techniques, labor market analysis, career advice and customer referral to resources including domestic violence, mental health treatment, assistance in the pursuit of disability income and employment-related resources. Managing of conflict and issues with clients and dealing directly with difficult or upset individuals.Setting up of work sites, additional training supports and adult-learning opportunities, resume building, negotiations with employers and partner agencies in order to find clientele job experience and employment opportunities. Provide labor market information and attention on targeted industries and occupations with high-skill, high-growth.

Bachelor'S Degree, Mass Communication/Media Studies

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Ba Minor, French Studies