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Lawrence Secula

@lawrencesecula

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Actively seeking part-time, remote roles as an AI Trainer or LLM Prompt Specialist.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for remote, part-time roles that allow me to leverage my AI expertise and contribute to innovative projects. Such as: AI Trainer, LLM Prompt Specialist, Data Annotator, or AI customer support.

I am an experienced IT systems engineer and AI training consultant with over 15 years of expertise in system integration, user support, and technical documentation. My recent focus has shifted to AI applications, where I hold certifications in machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), and agentic AI. I am proficient in prompt engineering and AI workflow automation, demonstrating success in applying AI tools for real-world training and employment support.

In my recent role as an AI Workflow Consultant at WestCare California, I developed an AI-assisted workflow that significantly reduced job preparation time by 67%, enhancing client confidence and staff buy-in. My technical background includes roles as an Administrative Technician and Product Specialist, where I managed technical escalations and supported document workflows for agency communications. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to create impactful AI training solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

AI Workflow Consultant

WestCare California–DRC

Jan 2025 - Feb 2025 (1 month)

Developed a supportive, AI-assisted workflow to help clients in addiction recovery successfully create resumes, cover letters, and practice interviews. Reduced job-prep time by 67% (from 4.5 hours to 1.5 hours) and increased client confidence and staff buy-in, with several staff independently adopting premium AI tools.

Gemini Copilot)Zapier Prompt Engineering Agentic AI Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Administrative Technician

California State Agencies

Jan 1996 - Jun 2024 (28 years 5 months)

Produced highway signage and safety documents using Adobe Illustrator and Omega Composer. Supported document workflows for agency communications and public safety compliance.

Adobe Illustrator Omega Composer Public Safety Technical Documentation

Product Specialist

StrataCom

Aug 1991 - Feb 1995 (3 years 6 months)

Handled technical escalations for enterprise network hardware and managed cross-team communications. Contributed to the successful acquisition by Cisco Systems.

Enterprise Networking Cisco

Consulting Systems Engineer

Memorex Telex

Oct 1986 - May 1991 (4 years 7 months)

Provided system integration and troubleshooting consulting to Fortune 500 clients. Ensured seamless operation of complex IT infrastructures.

System Integration Troubleshooting Consulting Infrastructure

Software Engineer

Advanced Computer Communications

Jul 1983 - Apr 1986 (2 years 9 months)

Helped develop networking software and contributed to protocol optimization for data products. Played a key role in enhancing data communication efficiency.

Data Products Software Engineering

Technical Support Representative

Compaq Computer Corporation

Jul 1981 - Mar 1983 (1 year 8 months)

Delivered Tier 1 support and authored technical manuals for PC users. Ensured effective problem resolution and clear documentation for end-users.

Tier 1 Support Technical Documentation User Support Technical Writing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Coursera & Partnered Institutions

Certifications, AI & Machine Learning

Completed various certifications in AI and Machine Learning, including foundational concepts in machine learning and natural language processing. Gained expertise in AI essentials, prompt engineering, and agentic AI workflows.

Macomb Community College

Certifications, Computer & Electronics Studies

Completed training in Microsoft Office suite, covering Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Developed foundational knowledge in computer and electronics studies.