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Lisa Brown

Technology and Communications Professional
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Lisa Brown

Summary

Over a decade with the Lincoln Police Department has honed my skills in emergency communications and technology support, with a particular emphasis on computer-aided dispatch (CAD) systems. Our team has consistently delivered high-profile projects, leveraging attention to detail and problem-solving to enhance public safety communications. We've successfully upgraded and maintained systems that are critical to the community, ensuring operational effectiveness and reliability.

As the Technology Support Dispatch Supervisor, I launched the implementation of a new CAD system that significantly reduced response times. This initiative, executed in partnership with my team and various user agencies, showcased our collective dedication to service excellence. Our efforts have substantially advanced the Lincoln Emergency Communications Center's capabilities, reflecting our shared commitment to innovation and integrity in serving the community.

Overview

24
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
1
Language

Work History

Lincoln Police Department
Lincoln, NE

Technology Support Supervisor
03.2011 - 05.2024

Job overview

• Established schedules and methods for upgrades and implementations in technology; identified resource needs; reviewed needs with appropriate staff; allocated resources accordingly.
• Planned, developed, coordinated and modified systems and/or applications for the Lincoln Emergency Communications Center hardware and software services.
• Designed, coded, tested, installed and ensured the integrity of new applications.
• Managed and implemented new technological projects as well as upgrades to existing systems.
• Managed, maintained, and provided subject matter expert (SME) analysis for the computer aided dispatch system (CAD) and all related modules and interfaces.
• Performed system and data base administrative tasks including maintenance, patch installations, data collection and validation; input and maintained critical data, reports, and logs.
• Designed, verified, and analyzed custom reports, forms, applications, queries, and data storage files.
• Provided technical assistance to internal and external system users, including resolving complaints or performance concerns in an efficient manner.
• Developed and wrote technical procedures and documentation for assigned applications as well as trained staff.
• Managed security administration and determined authority levels for users in the system.
• Administered, coordinated, and managed projects with other departments and agencies as well as outside contractors and vendor maintenance staff.
• Maintained knowledge of, and proficiency in, call taking and dispatch protocols.
• Compiled and report applicable statistics to the LECC Communications Coordinator.
• Reviewed specifications on multiple types of communication systems equipment; recommended equipment for purchase; tested new software and solutions as they became available.

Nebraska Department Of Correctional Services
Lincoln, NE

Assistant
03.2010 - 03.2011

Job overview

• Operate POS (point of sale) computer terminal.
• Ordered merchandise as necessary
• Took periodic inventory
• Assured proper security measures were taken against theft.
• Learned internal communications codes for cryptic language

Bosch Security Systems Via Advantage Personnel
Lincoln, NE

Soldering
01.2010 - 02.2010

Job overview

Soldering computer boards and complete assembly of handheld radios for sale in USA and internationally.

Johnson Hardware
Lincoln, NE

Office Manager and Speciality Sales
07.2007 - 09.2009

Job overview

  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
  • Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
  • Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.

Windstream Yellow Pages
Lincoln, NE

Inside Sales Representative
08.2006 - 05.2007

Job overview

  • Managed friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Determined needs, delivered solutions, and overcame objections through consultative selling skills.
  • Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.

Portrait Innovations
Lincoln, NE

Studio Sales Associate and Photographer
10.2005 - 07.2006

Job overview

  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.

Sam's Club
Lincoln , NE

Cash Office Associate
09.2000 - 10.2005

Job overview

  • Followed company policies, procedures, and practices for accurate recordkeeping and loss prevention.
  • Trained new employees on proper cash routines, procedures, and requirements.
  • Verified cash flow and electronic transactions from credit card system to balance registers.
  • Maintained petty cash records of debits and credits in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Balanced safe, prepared tills, and prepared register bags for next sales date.
  • Utilized POS System to enter customer transactions and accurately record all sales.
  • Investigated financial inconsistencies to solve discrepancies and reported to manager.
  • Performed daily cash reconciliations to determine accuracy of financial reports.

Education

University of Nebraska
Lincoln

Bachelor of Arts from Economics
09.2000 - 05.2005

Skills

Team Building

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Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 50+ in multiple emergency response departments in the implementation of a new 911 CAD system which earned me and my team 2021 Civilian of The Year.

Civilian of the Year 2021

Lincoln Police Department public Facebook Post June 28, 2022


"The Lincoln Police Department is proud to share that the 2021 Civilian Employee of the Year Aware was received by both Public Safety Dispatcher Supervisor Lisa Brown (right) and Lisa Pachunka (left)!


Both assigned to the Lincoln 911 Emergency Communications Center, during 2020 and 2021 they dedicated countless hours to the extensive project of transitioning to new computer aided dispatch software.  That monumental  effort included attending weeks of training, pouring through technical manuals and using their expertise to overcome the challenges that arise in any change in technology and meet the needs of the Communications Center.  They then trained the Communications Center staff on the new software and procedures and worked a modified schedule to ensure one of them was onsite 24 hours a day for 5 days after launch!


Public Safety cannot fulfill their role without communications.  PSD Supervisor Brown's and Senior PSD Pachunka's combined dedication and professionalism overseeing the implementation of a completely new communications system represents the best in the public service to the Lincoln Community.  Congratulations to both of them on earning the Civilian Employee of the Year Award and thank you for all of your work!"

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Timeline

Technology Support Supervisor

Lincoln Police Department
03.2011 - 05.2024

Assistant

Nebraska Department Of Correctional Services
03.2010 - 03.2011

Soldering

Bosch Security Systems Via Advantage Personnel
01.2010 - 02.2010

Office Manager and Speciality Sales

Johnson Hardware
07.2007 - 09.2009

Inside Sales Representative

Windstream Yellow Pages
08.2006 - 05.2007

Studio Sales Associate and Photographer

Portrait Innovations
10.2005 - 07.2006

University of Nebraska

Bachelor of Arts from Economics
09.2000 - 05.2005

Cash Office Associate

Sam's Club
09.2000 - 10.2005
Lisa BrownTechnology and Communications Professional