Ø  Strong technical background with the ability to work independently on multiple research projects with specialized experience in electronic publishing, databases design, creating electronic technical manuals, troubleshooting systems as well as programming utilizing various languages. 

Ø  Contribute strong leadership skills toward effectively mentoring team members and boosting group performance.

Ø  Possess hands-on development experience with C++, C#.NET and Java Script.

Ø  Excel in defining and implementing policies, procedures and operational systems that boost productivity, efficiency and quality of operations.

Ø  Competent leader and mentor who is able to create a team environment, including building collaborative relationships, training peers to perform at maximum efficiency, and the capacity to form cross-functional coalitions in order to ensure knowledge is shared across departmental lines.

Ø  Consistently focus on ensuring development of efficiency best-practices. 

Ø  Proven ability to adapt strong safety and technical skills to diverse organization needs.

Ø  Problem-solving to meet the needs of the project

Ø  Possesses strong organizational and analytical skills.

Ø  Highly adaptable in quickly changing technical environments.

Ø  Technology savvy and proficient in multiple software applications and hardware systems.

 

 

Ø  Regularly implements software development life cycle policies and procedures.

Ø  Ability to read and interpret Document Type Definitions (DTDs) to provide appropriate visual representation of the SGML document. 

Ø  Familiar with MIL- STD-38784 and MIL-PRF-87268/9.

Ø  Possess working knowledge of Lotus Notes/Domino 5.x and 6.x database development.

Ø  Interface with entire project team as required in the establishment of project schedules and resolving schedule problems.

Ø  Work with technical support to assist in resolving customer issues proactively and expeditiously.

Ø  Designs and writes new software components.

Ø  Redesigns existing components by analyzing and identifying areas for improvement.

Ø  Integrates internal and external components for successful deployment.

Ø  Tests new components and performs bug fixes where necessary.

Ø  Interface with software QA to assist in the development of detailed test plans and resolution of test problems as well as develop Standard Operating QA processes.

Ø  Obtains and manages customer requirements.

Ø  Effectively analyzes, designs, and engineers databases and web user interfaces.

Ø  Maintains systems by monitoring and correcting software defects.

Ø  Possess technical writing and operational documentation expertise.

Ø  Works closely with other staff, such as project managers, graphic artists, systems analysts, and sales and marketing professionals.

Ø  Consults clients/colleagues concerning the maintenance and performance of software systems and asking questions to obtain information, clarify details and implement information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ø  Reduced software maintenance costs by streamlining processes and standardizing program code modules.

Ø  Simplified the scheduling of and enrollment in customer training classes by developing a Lotus Notes application.

Ø  Designed and presented a simulation of the Amazon.com web site using Java and an Access database for a school project.

Ø  Led a development team effort to transition data from an old environment to a new environment.

 

 

Systems Analyst, Bureau of National Affairs, Inc.                                                                       2000-2009

 

  Main responsibilities included comprehensive oversight, development and maintenance of SGML translation programs utilizing the Omnimark programming language to convert to HTML, XML and Folio Flat File formats. 

  Developed and maintained workflow batch files. 

  Held an integral role in the complete overhaul of software and workflows associated with electronic publication of legal analysis documentation.

  Acted as lead designer for a new Lotus Notes tool used by the training department to schedule and maintain customer support training seminar schedules.

 

Programmer, Newport News Shipbuilding/AMSEC, LLC                                                            1998-2000

 

  Main responsibilities included the development and maintenance of Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals for use by the United States Navy utilizing HTML, JavaScript, and Omnimark programming languages. 

 

Earlier Experience

 

- Electrical/Hull Designer / Senior Engineering Analyst, Newport News Shipbuilding                                                           

 

- SONAR Technician, United States Navy                                                                                        

 

 

 

  Operating Systems: Windows, Unix

  Object Oriented Programming: C++, C#.NET, Java, Access 2003

  Technical: CADAM, Electronic troubleshooting on MIL-STD equipment

 

n M.S. C Information Technology (Pending 2011), Capella University

n B.S. C Computer Science, Old Dominion University

n Continuing Education Coursework - Various Programming Languages, Learning Tree / Germanna Community College

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Raymond Plecinski

 

 

 

DATE

NAME HERE OF RECIPIENT

NAME HERE OF COMPANY

 

Dear RECIPEINT NAME:

Recent research into COMPANY NAME prompted me to immediately update my resume for your review.   Based on my knowledge of this company, I am very interested in interviewing for STATE POSITION YOU ARE SEEKING.   I am skilled at various facets within the IT sector, notably programming and support.  Additionally, I am capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously, working with extreme precision, and ensuring that productivity and best practices are implemented across departmental and product lines.

I am accustomed to integrating into various cultures and am experienced at working and collaborating with others.  I offer several years of formal training as well as a diverse professional background.   Additionally, my peers describe me as an exceptionally hard worker and strong team player.  My enthusiasm comes from working directly with others, but I am able to work independently with great productivity if necessary.  I am skilled at streamlining and improving processes as evidenced by my accomplishments and contributions to my past employers. 

I assimilate into new environments easily and feel that I could quickly become part of your team.  I enjoy the chance to work directly with various departmental resources in both learning and mentoring fashions. I am selectively seeking a company who is progressive thinking and in need of a professional who can make an immediate and positive impact on productivity and processes.

            After your review of my resume, I hope you will agree that this would be a mutually beneficial arrangement.  I plan to call you early next week. At that time, I can answer questions concerning my background and experience and we can discuss the desirability of an introductory meeting.  Please contact me sooner if you wish to talk before then.  I look forward to speaking with you.

Sincerely,

Raymond Plecinski