Hi, I'm Dariel Nunez

I build and support the systems people rely on.

IT professional and full-stack developer currently onboarding clients onto ADP's payroll & HR platform, with a background spanning help desk support, database engineering, and web development.

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01 / About

I'm a student at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) enrolled in the B.S./M.S. program, pursuing a Bachelor's in Information Technology and a Master's in Information Systems with a concentration in Project Management.

My experience spans IT support, database administration, full-stack development, and implementation consulting. I enjoy bridging the gap between technology and people by translating complex technical concepts into practical solutions. Whether troubleshooting IT issues, developing applications, managing databases, or helping businesses successfully implement technology. As a bilingual professional fluent in English and Spanish, I thrive on building relationships and solving problems that create meaningful business impact.

02 / Experience

Where I've worked.

Implementation Specialist
ADP Logo
Aug 2026 — Present
Current

Onboarding small business clients onto ADP's payroll and HR platform, serving as a key point of contact after the sale and helping clients establish a strong foundation for long-term success.

  • Guide clients through onboarding and implementation of ADP's payroll and HR technologies, tailoring the setup to each client's systems, processes, and industry.
  • Manage a high volume of client communications and time-sensitive follow-ups in a metrics-driven environment while maintaining strong client satisfaction.
  • Partner with ADP's sales and customer service teams to coordinate priorities and resolve issues across the client project lifecycle.
Operations & Administrative Support — CLE Assistant
Passaic County Community College Logo
Sep 2023 — Aug 2026
  • Coordinated administrative and operational workflows, including purchase requisitions (Colleague), procurement, vendor coordination, and visitor management (TutorTrac).
  • Administered access credentials for 500+ Food for Thought: On-The-Go Program users and maintained accurate reporting using Informer 5; managed inventory and budget records of $18K.
  • Maintained Phi Theta Kappa eligibility and membership records for 400+ members in Excel.
  • Served as a bilingual (English/Spanish) frontline contact, routing requests and supporting a diverse student and faculty population.
IT Help Desk & AV Support — Concurrent Course Navigator
Passaic County Community College Logo
Sep 2022 — Sep 2023
  • Delivered Tier I support for classroom AV systems, Zoom, and peripheral hardware for 50+ users weekly, cutting average downtime by ~20 minutes per session.
  • Triaged and escalated hardware/software issues in real time, keeping users informed via email and Blackboard.
  • Administered Zoom (polls, breakout rooms, attendance) and supported Windows/macOS systems across 5 faculty and 50 students weekly.
  • Reset passwords and resolved printing, scanning, and peripheral hardware issues independently.
03 / Projects

Things I've built.

Website for Artist Robert Galvin

Web Developer · Capstone Project
2023 — Present

Designed and developed a full website for artist Robert Galvin to showcase his paintings to galleries, museums, and the general public.

  • Collaborated closely with clients Robert and Susanne through weekly meetings to gather requirements, define the sitemap, refine color palettes, and adjust layout structure.
  • Built a multi-page site architecture including galleries, exhibitions, blog, and custom video sections, with a database to store and organize painting information.
  • Implemented a slideshow feature using JavaScript and used PHP with XAMPP to manage backend data before deployment.
  • Delivered multiple design iterations from Beta Release to Final Version, integrating client feedback on color scheme, header layout, and usability.
  • Deployed the final site on Hostinger shared hosting, leveraging SSL, a free domain, and WordPress integration.
  • Currently enhancing the site with a refreshed modern design, improved layout structure, and updated visual elements.
HTMLCSSJavaScriptPHPXAMPPWordPressHostinger
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Website for Carla Raquel (CR Cosmetics)

Web Designer / Developer
Platform: Wix + Custom Scripting

Designed and built a complete Wix website for Carla Raquel, creating a professional online presence for her beauty brand.

  • Collaborated directly with the client bi-weekly: gathered requirements, defined site structure and sitemap, selected a brand-appropriate color palette, and refined layout and navigation based on feedback.
  • Iterated through multiple design versions, refining header placement, color theme, layout structure, and page-by-page content organization.
  • Deployed the site under a custom domain using Wix hosting and CMS infrastructure.
  • Currently enhancing the website with new design updates, refined layout, improved navigation, and updated visuals.
WixCustom ScriptingCMS

Database Engineer

IT490 Capstone Project
Jan 2026 — May 2026
  • Implemented a 3-node MySQL Group Replication cluster to improve database availability and fault tolerance.
  • Configured MySQL Router and replication services to support automatic database failover and recovery.
  • Collaborated with frontend, backend, and messaging teams to integrate a distributed application architecture.
  • Performed cluster monitoring, failover testing, and troubleshooting across multiple Linux virtual machines.
  • Contributed to database security by supporting password hashing and secure database query practices.
MySQLMySQL Group ReplicationMySQL RouterRabbitMQPythonLinuxGitHub
04 / Skills

Tools I work with.

Operating Systems

  • Windows
  • Linux (Ubuntu)
  • macOS

Scripting & Languages

  • Python
  • Bash
  • HTML & CSS
  • PHP
  • JavaScript
  • C++

Tools & Platforms

  • MySQL
  • Git & GitHub
  • XAMPP & WordPress
  • Microsoft & G Suite
  • Colleague · Zoom · Blackboard
  • Trello & Canva
05 / Education

Academic background.

2028

M.S. Information Systems

New Jersey Institute of Technology — Expected Spring 2028

2026

B.S. Information Technology

New Jersey Institute of Technology — Expected Fall 2026

2023

A.A.S. Information Technology

Passaic County Community College — Spring 2023

06 / Leadership & Volunteering

Leadership positions & volunteering.

2023–24

Middle States Regional (MSR) President

  • Organized and hosted three Fall Leadership events across the region.
  • Managed the 37th Regional Convention for over 100 attendees.
  • Used Canva to design promotional content and curated all regional social media platforms.
2022–23

PTK Alpha Eta Chi President

  • Developed 40 weekly agendas to streamline chapter operations.
  • Facilitated weekly workshops for an average of 15 participants.
  • Led weekly Executive Board meetings with a team of 8 student leaders.
  • Oversaw the execution of both the College Project and Honors in Action initiatives.
2022–23

PCCC Judicial Affairs Committee Member

2021–22

PTK Alpha Eta Chi Gold Member

  • Contributed 70 volunteer hours across 5 distinct committees.
  • Dedicated 50 volunteer hours to the "Food for Thought: On-The-Go" vending machine program.
2021–22

PTK Alpha Eta Chi Service Committee Chair

  • Presided over weekly committee meetings for a team of 5 members.
  • Coordinated and managed a weekly rotation of 10 volunteers.
2021–22

PTK Alpha Eta Chi Public Relations Officer

  • Generated visual assets for all workshops and events using Canva.
  • Administered all social media accounts for the Alpha Eta Chi chapter.
  • Managed on-campus marketing by distributing promotional materials.
  • Created formal event programs and invitations for the 40th Induction Ceremony.
  • Conducted weekly educational workshops for approximately 15 attendees.
07 / Accolades & Achievements

Recognition along the way.

2025Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Making the Difference
2025SGA Outstanding Service to Students — Part Time Employee
2024PTK Distinguished Regional Officer
2024PTK Distinguished Regional Officer Team Award
2023SGA Student Leader of the Year
2023CCsmart Panelist
2022–23PTK Alpha Eta Chi Distinguished Chapter Officer Team Award
2021–22PTK Alpha Eta Chi Presidential Officer Award
2021–22PTK Alpha Eta Chi Distinguished Chapter Officer Team Award
2021–22EOF Outstanding Academic Achievement Award