Deborah Riffin
About Deborah Riffin
Deborah Riffin is a Technical Training Specialist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where she has worked since 2016. She specializes in SAP R/3 Modules and has extensive experience in instructional design across various industries.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Deborah Riffin has been employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2016, serving as a Technical Training Specialist. In this role, she has developed training courses and assessments specifically for the Weapons and Complex Integration (WCI) and Radiological Hazardous Waste Management (RHWM) areas. Her responsibilities include delivering standup lecture and lab courses, contributing to the laboratory's training initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Deborah Riffin studied Industrial Arts at San Francisco State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1992. Additionally, she attended California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, focusing on Early Childhood Education from 1975 to 1979. She also holds a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from National University, obtained between 1998 and 2000. Her expertise spans various SAP R/3 Modules, including Sales and Distribution, Planning, and Materials Management.
Professional Background
Deborah Riffin has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple industries. Her experience includes positions as a Senior Technical Writer at Commerce One, a Technical Curriculum Designer at Yahoo!, and an Instructional Designer at Visa. She has also served as a Software Analyst at ROLM and has held instructional design roles at companies such as Ellie Mae, eBay Inc., and Blue Shield of California.
Achievements in Training and Documentation
Deborah Riffin has extensive experience in creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for SOX compliance. She has delivered hundreds of training courses both domestically and internationally, showcasing her ability to communicate complex information effectively. Additionally, she has provided professional documentation services to small and mid-size companies, including proofreading and editing academic materials.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Deborah Riffin specializes in a range of technical skills, including expertise in SAP, Oracle, and People Soft. Her knowledge extends to telecommunications, data networking, wireless technologies, security solutions, and VoIP. She has a strong foundation in real business processes and has worked with Computerized Branch Exchange (CBX/PBX) systems, UNIX, and various telephony solutions.