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Home My WebLink AboutCOM 0033.000 2016-2018 -'qtr os M!+r CoQ••;' �'.. Wilfred M.Okabe \I di,� Managing Director Harry Kim - -over Mayor Barbara J.Kossow Deputy Managing Director County of�.i.a ii ill (3ffir>e of tip Alavor 25 Aupuni Street,Suite 2603 • Hilo,Hawaii 96720 • (808)961-8211 • Fax(808)961-6553 KONA: 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Hwy.,Bldg.C • Kailua-Kona,Hawaii 96740 (808)323-4444 • Fax(808)323-4440 December 13, 2016 COUNTY CLERK COUNTY OF HAWAII Honorable Chair Valerie Poindexter RECEIVED 4/h' _,__, Time l:/j PM BY and Members of the Hawai'i County Council Date 2. «o AEe ii County of Hawai'i 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, HI 96720 Dear Chair Poindexter and Members of the Hawai'i County Council: It is my pleasure to submit for your confirmation the appointment of Jules Ung as Director of Information Technology for the County of Hawai'i, pursuant to Section 6-4.2 of the Hawai'i County Charter. This appointment was effective at 12:00 noon on Monday, December 5, 2016. Since 2010, Ms. Ung was the IT and Events Manager at the UH Hilo Conference Center at The Research Corporation of the University of Hawai'i in an administrative and managerial capacity in a computer system environment comparable to the County's system. Ms. Ung received her Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration at the University of Maryland, University College and is a Professional Certified Web Designer Associate. Her resume is attached for your information. Ms. Ung will serve a term co-terminus with my tenure, which will end on December 7, 2020. Pursuant to Rule 5(6)(g) of the Rules of Procedure and Organization of the Council of the County of Hawai'i, we respectfully request a waiver of this nomination through committee so that it may be considered by the full County Council on January 5, 2017. Thank you for your favorable consideration of this appointment. If you have any questions about this matter, please feel free to call me. Alo- Air X.A.,11;\ C Harry Kim Mayor --- Attachment Comm.No. 33 Council Action Due By: February 2, 2017 Pef.To: CUK-Cwl , .6-D ) Last Council Meeting: January 25, 2017 Ref.Date ,�u. 19 1o1(. County of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. Jules Ung Homepage: http://www.linkedin.com/in/julesung/ Qualifications • Excellent project management and multitasking abilities; meticulous attention to details including budgeting, account management, and fiscal analysis •Ten years' experience managing IT for the Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii • B.S. Degree in Business Administration (Magna Cum Laude), University of Maryland—Europe • Five years' experience managing all IT components of event management including web design & development, cloud computing, online registration databases, marketing, and information architecture • Adaptable team player, expert communicator; efficient and effective in diverse and difficult situations Experience UH Hilo Conference Center at The Research Corporation of the University of Hawai'i 2010-2016 IT and Events Manager Remote Telecommuting In addition to the duties of the Conference Events& IT Facilitator: •Technical consultation; management and event coordination for clients and partners • Manage all components of information technology for scientific, academic and government conferences including online registration forms and databases, payment systems, mobile networks and WIFI hotspots • Project manage with vendors to provide uninterrupted WIFI and broadband service for live videoconferencing, telecommunications, and multimedia presentations • Research and implement cloud-based computing solutions for event management 2008-2010 Conference Events& IT Facilitator Hilo, Hawai'i In addition to the duties of the Conference Events Facilitator: • Manage the IT component of the Conference Center including all informational event websites • Develop web strategy; Leverage social media and Web 2.0 applications for event marketing and publicity • Identify and apply technologies to create user-friendly and informative websites to support programs consistent with the University's mission 2006-2008 Conference Events Facilitator Hilo, Hawai'i •Train and supervise staff in the use and implementation of online registration and payment sites •Assist with logistical planning, coordination, and implementation of local, national and international academic conferences, events, and travel education programs • Greet, host, and interact with national and international dignitaries, and conferees • Create visual marketing concepts and materials for academic meetings and educational tourism programs • Manage detailed schedules, online calendars, and complex travel arrangements • Produce RFP's, select vendors, negotiate contract terms, secure services • Develop and manage conference budgets; Comply with all contractual agreements Page 1 of 2 Jules Ung Homepage: http://www.linkedin.com/in/julesung/ Experience Continued University of Maryland University College- Europe Lakenheath, England 2004—2005 University Field Representative • Operate in cooperation with the Community College of the Air Force and fulfill government contractual obligations; administer UMUC programs to active duty service people and their dependents • Recruit and register students, assist as liaison between students and university • Manage fiscal accounts, produce detailed financial reports of tuition and textbook monies each term • Plan and implement logistics for academic recognition ceremonies and commencement Computer Skills • Experienced in website development, design, and management • World Organization of Webmasters (WOW) Professional Design Associate Certification • Expert in social networking, WordPress, Web 2.0 applications, and social media • Knowledge of RSS, HTML, XHTML, CSS, CMS, analytical tools, servers, routers, security, network management, mobile web, systems maintenance • Strong software skills including Photoshop,Adobe Acrobat Professional, MS Office, and iMovie • Advanced typing (69 WPM), database research, data entry and database management Education AIMC Introduction to Oriental Medicine Berkeley,CA Nov.2014 University of California, Continuing Education in Sciences, Biotechnology, Berkeley,CA 2012 Berkeley Extension and Mathematics Ulumau Hawai'i Island Leadership Series Hawai'i Island 2009-2010 WOW(World Organization of Professional Certified Web Designer Associate Online 2007 Webmasters) University of Maryland,University B.S. Business Administration Magna Cum Laude Heidelberg, 2005 College(UMUC)-Europe (GPA 3.97),Honor Society;Phi Kappa Phi Germany University of Maryland,University A.A.General Curriculum Yokota,Japan 2002 College(UMUC)-Asia Dean's List(GPA 3.9) United States Parachute Association A-License New Jersey, July 2013 Skydive Cross Keys USA United States Parachute Association Accelerated Free Fall(AFF) Dubai,United January 2013 Skydive Dubai Arab Emirates Survival Systems,USA Dunker Tank Training and Sea Survival Certification Groton,CT July 2011 NASTAR(National Aerospace Training Suborbital Scientist Training Certification Horsham,PA July 2011 and Research Center) Interests • The healing arts, holistic health care, integrative medicine • Ashtanga,and Bikram yoga, meditation • Sky diving,freediving, cliff jumping • Music:a former drummer and vocalist, I have played professionally in Jazz, R&B, Pop, Rock,and Punk bands in Hawai'i,Japan, and England • Biotechnology,cloud computing and commercial space exploration • International experience: lived in Japan (2 years), England (3 years),The Netherlands(1 year) Page 2 of 2 DRU MAMO KANUHA JMtr os"'k• ' AARON S. Y. CHUNG Chairperson MAILE MEDEIROS DAVID ; �.;1,.,,,//, ;. KAREN EOFF JENNIFER RUGGLES SUSAN L. K. LEE LOY Vice Chair *pi+ ^.�''�`� EILEEN O'HARA OF• ,.1� VALERIE T.POINDEXTER HERBERT M."TIM"RICHARDS, III HAWAI`I COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawai`i Hawai`i County Building 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 December 15, 2016 Valerie T. Poindexter, Chairperson Hawai`i County Council 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawai`i 96720 RE: Communication No. 33 : Appointment of Jules Ung as Director of Information Technology for the County of Hawai`i. Pursuant to Section 2(g) of Rule 4 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council of the County of Hawai`i, this written request is submitted with my approval that the above-referenced matter be waived from the Committee on Governmental Relations and Economic Development to the full Council for immediate action. In reviewing this matter, timely approval is crucial. It is therefore advantageous that approval is granted and the matter be placed onto the next Council agenda for review. However, in the event this request is denied, for whatever reason, I understand the matter shall be referred to the Committee on Governmental Relations and Economic Development for placement on its future agenda. Sincer- 'Dru Mamo Kanuha, Chairperson Committee on Governmental Relations and Economic Development Approve v Date/Waive to Council: Disapproved/Date/Refer to GREDC: ci°4 (92wLie-eAD Valerie T. Poindexter, Chairperson 121151110 Valerie T. Poindexter, Chairperson Hawai`i County Council Hawai`i County Council • Hawai`i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer