Jim Burkhardt
About Jim Burkhardt
Jim Burkhardt is a Training & Education Administrator with extensive experience in developing training solutions and e-learning content. He has worked in various IT support and training roles across multiple organizations, including CommonSpirit Health and ECG Management Consultants, Inc.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Jim Burkhardt has been serving as the Training & Education Administrator at CommonSpirit Health since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing training solutions that enhance workforce management and improve software utilization compliance. His responsibilities include designing and implementing training programs that align with the organization's goals and standards.
Education and Expertise
Jim Burkhardt holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Learning Design and Technologies from Arizona State University, which he completed in 2022. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Western Illinois University. His expertise lies in creating engaging e-learning content and developing train-the-trainer coaching resources, as well as multimedia tutorials.
Background in IT Support and Training
Jim Burkhardt has extensive experience in IT support and training. He worked at ECG Management Consultants, Inc. for seven years as an IT Support & Training Manager and previously as a Network Administrator. He also served as IT Support at Valley Medical Center and later as an IT Business Applications Trainer II, where he focused on enhancing software training and support.
Achievements in Training Solutions
Throughout his career, Jim Burkhardt has led significant training initiatives, including a large-scale training migration to Infor CloudSuite 11 ERP. This project had a substantial impact on financial, supply chain, and human resource systems. He has also implemented performance improvement projects that contributed to reduced organizational expenses and increased revenue.
Professional Experience Timeline
Jim Burkhardt's professional journey includes various roles in IT support and training. He began his career at ECG Management Consultants, Inc. in 1998 and held multiple positions until 2015. He then worked at Valley Medical Center from 2016 to 2021 before joining CommonSpirit Health. His diverse experience spans over two decades in the field.