Information Science

Resume Timeline

Brian Jay Stanley

2010

Experience BuildFax Developer, BUILDERadius, Inc. Show Description
  • BuildFax DeveloperBUILDERadius, Inc.Asheville, NCOctober 2009 - present
      • Wrote technical specifications.
      • Developed data delivery web portal using Python and Django.
      • Created REST web service.
      • Wrote clean, well-commented, object-oriented code following best practices.
      • Designed database schemas, object models, and XML schemas.
      • Implemented enterprise search using Solr/Lucene.
      • Wrote API documentation.
      • Wrote automated test suites.
      • Configured Linux and Apache as needed.
      • Accurately estimated project timelines and met deadlines.
Publication "A Visit to the City", The Redwood Coast Review Show Description
  • "A Visit to the City", The Redwood Coast Review, 2010, vol. 12.2, p.10

2009

Experience BuildFax Developer, BUILDERadius, Inc. Show Description
  • BuildFax DeveloperBUILDERadius, Inc.Asheville, NCOctober 2009 - present
      • Wrote technical specifications.
      • Developed data delivery web portal using Python and Django.
      • Created REST web service.
      • Wrote clean, well-commented, object-oriented code following best practices.
      • Designed database schemas, object models, and XML schemas.
      • Implemented enterprise search using Solr/Lucene.
      • Wrote API documentation.
      • Wrote automated test suites.
      • Configured Linux and Apache as needed.
      • Accurately estimated project timelines and met deadlines.
Experience SharePoint Developer, dataBridge Show Description
  • SharePoint DeveloperdataBridgeAsheville, NCJune 2009 - September 2009
      • Developed intranets and extranets using Microsoft SharePoint.
      • Created custom console applications in Visual C#.
      • Created SQL queries, views, and stored procedures to integrate external data from SQL Server into SharePoint.
      • Designed reports with SQL Server Reporting Services.
      • Installed and configured virtual development environments running Windows Server.
      • Performed server administration tasks.
      • Developed custom databases in Microsoft Access.
      • Interfaced with clients to gather requirements.
Experience Conference Database Developer and Electronic Journal Publisher, ACA-UNCA Partnership for Undergraduate Research, University of North Carolina at Asheville Show Description
  • Conference Database Developer and Electronic Journal PublisherACA-UNCA Partnership for Undergraduate Research, University of North Carolina at AshevilleAsheville, NCApril 2009 - October 2009
      • Developed MySQL database for managing conference registration, article submissions, and review process.
      • Developed website and web-based forms using Joomla!.
      • Wrote PHP scripts for performing various administrative tasks.
      • Developed electronic journal publishing system using MySQL › PHP › XML › XSLT pipeline.
      • Wrote JavaScript functions to add interactivity to electronic journal.
      • Wrote CSS stylesheets.
      • Provided expertise on best practices for information management.
      • Wrote technical manual.
Experience Web and Database Developer, Ramsey Library Special Collections, University of North Carolina at Asheville Show Description
  • Web and Database DeveloperRamsey Library Special Collections, University of North Carolina at AshevilleAsheville, NCFebruary 2008 - April 2009
    • Web and Database Development
      • Developed master collection database in Microsoft Access.
      • Wrote validation and automation routines in Visual Basic to improve integrity and efficiency of data entry.
      • Created XSLT stylesheets to generate web pages from XML files and crosswalk data into library catalog.
      • Wrote Python programs for processing XML and HTML files.
      • Modified metadata schemas, administered controlled vocabularies, and created and managed metadata for digital collections in a variety of formats.
      • Designed website for large manuscript collection.
      • Analyzed website usage statistics and developed strategies for improving site navigability.
      • Used automated tools to perform web maintenance tasks.
    • Project Management and Staff Management
      • Developed comprehensive workflows and best practices for creating digital collections.
      • Trained staff in data entry, naming conventions, and web content creation.
      • Coordinated with other library departments to increase visibility of collections.
      • Wrote online documentation.
      • Self-directed projects by identifying problems and proposing and implementing solutions.
    • Public Services
      • Staffed reference desk and provided web navigation tutorials and collection overviews to patrons.
      • Researched answers to advanced reference questions and reconciled discrepancies in finding aids.
    • Professional Development
      • Attended staff meetings and seminars on acquisitions, information literacy, disaster policy, etc.
Education University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Library and Information Science (digital libraries concentration) Show Description
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Champaign IL M.S. Library and Information Science (digital libraries concentration) 2009 GPA: 4.0
Publication "On Being Nothing", The Antioch Review Show Description
  • "On Being Nothing", The Antioch Review, 2009, vol. 67.2, p.340-348
Publication "Confessions of a Carnivore", North American Review Show Description
  • "Confessions of a Carnivore", North American Review, 2009, vol. 294.5, p.37-39
Publication "In Praise of Passion", The Dalhousie Review Show Description
  • "In Praise of Passion", The Dalhousie Review, 2009, vol. 89.3, p.369-379
Association ASIS&T (American Society for Information Science and Technology) Show Description
  • ASIS&T (American Society for Information Science and Technology), 2008 - 2009
Association Western North Carolina SharePoint User Group Show Description
  • Western North Carolina SharePoint User Group, 2009 - 2009
Association ACRL (Association of College and Research Libraries) - University of Illinois student chapter Show Description
  • ACRL (Association of College and Research Libraries) - University of Illinois student chapter, 2008 - 2009

2008

Experience Web and Database Developer, Ramsey Library Special Collections, University of North Carolina at Asheville Show Description
  • Web and Database DeveloperRamsey Library Special Collections, University of North Carolina at AshevilleAsheville, NCFebruary 2008 - April 2009
    • Web and Database Development
      • Developed master collection database in Microsoft Access.
      • Wrote validation and automation routines in Visual Basic to improve integrity and efficiency of data entry.
      • Created XSLT stylesheets to generate web pages from XML files and crosswalk data into library catalog.
      • Wrote Python programs for processing XML and HTML files.
      • Modified metadata schemas, administered controlled vocabularies, and created and managed metadata for digital collections in a variety of formats.
      • Designed website for large manuscript collection.
      • Analyzed website usage statistics and developed strategies for improving site navigability.
      • Used automated tools to perform web maintenance tasks.
    • Project Management and Staff Management
      • Developed comprehensive workflows and best practices for creating digital collections.
      • Trained staff in data entry, naming conventions, and web content creation.
      • Coordinated with other library departments to increase visibility of collections.
      • Wrote online documentation.
      • Self-directed projects by identifying problems and proposing and implementing solutions.
    • Public Services
      • Staffed reference desk and provided web navigation tutorials and collection overviews to patrons.
      • Researched answers to advanced reference questions and reconciled discrepancies in finding aids.
    • Professional Development
      • Attended staff meetings and seminars on acquisitions, information literacy, disaster policy, etc.
Experience Parish Librarian, St. Mary's Episcopal Church Show Description
  • Parish LibrarianSt. Mary's Episcopal ChurchAsheville, NCFebruary 2008 - June 2008
      • Weeded and sorted collection into 40 categories.
      • Organized book sale for weeded items.
      • Created spine and shelf labels.
      • Cataloged collection using Web 2.0 technology (LibraryThing).
      • Designed interface on church website for searching and browsing catalog.
      • Promoted library through monthly church newsletter articles.
      • Documented workflows for future library staff.
Education University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Library and Information Science (digital libraries concentration) Show Description
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Champaign IL M.S. Library and Information Science (digital libraries concentration) 2009 GPA: 4.0
Publication "Night Thoughts", The Tusculum Review Show Description
  • "Night Thoughts", The Tusculum Review, 2008, vol. 4, p.94-98
Association ASIS&T (American Society for Information Science and Technology) Show Description
  • ASIS&T (American Society for Information Science and Technology), 2008 - 2009
Association ACRL (Association of College and Research Libraries) - University of Illinois student chapter Show Description
  • ACRL (Association of College and Research Libraries) - University of Illinois student chapter, 2008 - 2009

2007

Publication "The Lonely Race", The Laurel Review Show Description
  • "The Lonely Race", The Laurel Review, 2007, vol. 41.2, p.91-94
Publication "The Electric Present", Rock & Sling Show Description
  • "The Electric Present", Rock & Sling, 2007, vol. 4.2, p.14-18

2005

Publication "The Finite Experience of Infinite Life", The Hudson Review Show Description
  • "The Finite Experience of Infinite Life", The Hudson Review, 2005, vol. 58.1, p.19-28
Presentation "Hudson Review Live!", literary reading at Chelsea Barnes & Noble Show Description
  • "Hudson Review Live!", literary reading at Chelsea Barnes & Noble, New York City, April 2005

2003

Education Claremont Graduate University, Religion Show Description
Claremont Graduate University Claremont CA doctoral study (one semester) Religion 2003 GPA: 4.0
Education Duke University, Master of Theological Studies Show Description
Duke University Durham NC M.T.S. Master of Theological Studies 2003 GPA: 3.95 summa cum laude
Award Graduate Fellowship (full scholarship), Claremont Graduate University Show Description
  • Graduate Fellowship (full scholarship), Claremont Graduate University, 2003

2002

Education Duke University, Master of Theological Studies Show Description
Duke University Durham NC M.T.S. Master of Theological Studies 2003 GPA: 3.95 summa cum laude

2001

Education Duke University, Master of Theological Studies Show Description
Duke University Durham NC M.T.S. Master of Theological Studies 2003 GPA: 3.95 summa cum laude
Education University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Religious Studies Show Description
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill NC B.A. Religious Studies 2001 GPA: 3.99 highest distinction, highest honors
Award Ray C. Petry Scholarship (full scholarship), Duke University Show Description
  • Ray C. Petry Scholarship (full scholarship), Duke University, 2001
Award Bernard Boyd Memorial Fellowship (merit-based stipend for graduate study), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Show Description
  • Bernard Boyd Memorial Fellowship (merit-based stipend for graduate study), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2001

2000

Education University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Religious Studies Show Description
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill NC B.A. Religious Studies 2001 GPA: 3.99 highest distinction, highest honors

1999

Education University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Religious Studies Show Description
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill NC B.A. Religious Studies 2001 GPA: 3.99 highest distinction, highest honors

1998

Education University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Religious Studies Show Description
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill NC B.A. Religious Studies 2001 GPA: 3.99 highest distinction, highest honors

1997

Education University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Religious Studies Show Description
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill NC B.A. Religious Studies 2001 GPA: 3.99 highest distinction, highest honors
Award Carolina Scholars Award (full scholarship), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Show Description
  • Carolina Scholars Award (full scholarship), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 1997