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James Free
17017 Fuzzy Blvd, Edmond, OR 00222
c: 455-999-3333 e: JaFree@copxs.net
Energetic and motivating leader with proven ability to effectively manage both personnel
and projects. Self starter and strong independent worker. Excel at analyzing products and
procedures to generate new ideas to improve efficiency and production quality. Highly
adaptable to ever changing circumstances. Key member in any team developing and
executing strategic business plans.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Uncomfortable, Inc. , 2007- Present
Manager

Managed daily operations of a $1 million foam insulation company.

Developed an effective marketing campaign and restructured product

pricing/discounts resulting in an 80% bid acceptance rate.

Implemented new bidding process utilizing Excel spreadsheets to formulate more

accurate bids. Allowed for the tracking of individual job costs and provided
feedback as to efficiency of crews with regards to material waste and labor hours.

Trained and supervised work crews in more efficient product installation

techniques that have reduced material waste by 20% and labor hours by 43%.

Developed sales teams knowledge in the areas of building science and energy
conservation in order to provide customers with the information to successfully
plan for and utilize spray foam insulation.

United States Rescue Officer, 1995-2006

Manager, (2004- 2006)

Data Network Manager - Managed command and control data network used to
generate video representation of geographic area surrounding ship. Team consisted

of 38 individuals from four departments.

Production Control Officer - Coordinated the efforts of 135 personnel utilizing

37,000 man hours, completed 520 jobs totaling over $4 million during 13 month
refurbishment period.

Assistant Command Duty Officer - Directed daily routine utilizing a duty

section of 600 personnel from 12 different departments.

Instructor Pilot, (2001-2004)

Standardization Officer - Administered, coordinated, and supervised flight and

academic training for United States flight training program. Encompassed over 200
instructors and 600 students in five units.

Assistant Operations Officer - Coordinated and supervised four Flight

Commanders to insure pilot completion rates met quarterly and annual goals.

Flight Commander - Managed and scheduled 11 instructor pilots and 38 flight

students to complete primary and intermediate level flight training.

Instructor Pilot, (1998-2001)

Instructor - Instructed junior pilots in all facets of large multi-engine aircraft

operations to include crew resource management, emergency procedures, and basic
flying skills.

Mission Commander - Led, planned, managed, and executed assignments to

maintain crew and aircraft at the highest levels of readiness.

Squadron Scheduler - Scheduled daily flight operations in order to meet the

individual training requirements of ten independently deployed crews consisting of
196 aircrew personnel.

Program Manager Managed and analyzed data that tracked and correlated flight
hours expended as related to each individuals qualifications. Reported the
efficiency of squadron flight hours utilized to accomplish training objectives and
identified inefficiencies in flight training as well as expired qualifications.
Implementation of program allowed squadron to achieve the highest readiness
levels at a reduced cost in flight hours.

Training Officer - Developed and implemented monthly training plans for

continuing professional education of all pilots assigned to squadron.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

MBA - Finance, Auburn University,

B.A. Business Economics - University of Costa Rica

Aviator - Advanced Flight Training, United States Flight Patrol

Integrated Project Team Course - Project Management College, United States

Flight Patrol

Selective courses in Building Construction, Construction Management, and Cost

Estimating.

AWARDS AND COMMENDATIONS

Navy Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2)

Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal

Humanitarian Service Medal

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

Software Engineer Resume

Firstname Lastname
6 Kent Street
Warren, MI 48088
Home 555-555-5555 | Cell 555-123-4567
lastname.firstname@email.com

Superior knowledge of computer systems, design and analytical projects, along with firsthand experience with all phases of product development life cycle.
Education
Master of Science, University of ABC, Dearborn, MI
Anticipated May 20XX
Major: Computer Science
Bachelor of Science, University of ABC, Ann Arbor, MI
May 20XX
Major: Computer Science
Experience
Software Engineer, Varys, Detroit, MI
June 20XX - Present
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Analyze, troubleshoot and solve problems in a timely and accurate manner.

Produce automated test scripts and define environments to conduct test activities

Extend SDK functionality to new platforms and partners.

Write clear, concise, and thorough specifications and documentation.

Software Engineer - Intern, Summit Technology, Detroit, MI

December 20XX - May 20XX

Designed and implemented algorithms for indexing and searching documents.

Worked with team members to investigate design approaches and evaluate

feasibility.

Developed software architectures and designs based on product requirements.

Helped improve the reliability and efficiency of Summits core systems.

Technical Skills
Languages: C++, Java, C#, .Net, JavaScript
Applications: MS Visual Studio, Eclipse
Application Server: JBoss, Tomcat
Operating Systems: Windows, Unix, linux
Database Systems: SQL Server, MySQL, Ingres
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Reference Letter from a previous employer.

Sample Reference Letter from a Previous Employer
To Whom it May Concern:
I highly recommend Jane Doe as a candidate for employment. Jane was employed by
Company Name as an Administrative Assistant from 2002 - 2005. Jane was responsible for
office support including word processing, scheduling appointments and creating brochures,
newsletters, and other office literature.
Jane has excellent communication skills. In addition, she is extremely organized, reliable
and computer literate. Jane can work independently and is able to follow through to ensure
that the job gets done. She is flexible and willing to work on any project that is assigned to
her. Jane was quick to volunteer to assist in other areas of company operations, as well.
Jane would be a tremendous asset for your company and has my highest recommendation.
If you have any further questions with regard to her background or qualifications, please do
not hesitate to call me.
Sincerely,
John Smith
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How to Write a Letter of Recommendation

Tips for Writing Letters of Recommendation for
Employment

For some jobs, employers request written letters of recommendation. They may even
request them as part of the application process. In these cases, the applicant is asked to
submit recommendation letters (typically two or three) with their resume and cover letter.
If youre asked to provide a reference for a specific job, the most effective letter of
recommendation will be one that is written with the requirements of that particular job in
mind. Refer to the job posting or job description to find specific skills and knowledge that
you can include in the letter for your candidate.
When youre asked to write a general recommendation letter, you can still focus on the
types or category of jobs for which the person is applying.
Collect Information
Ask the person for whom you are writing to supply you with a copy of the job posting and
their resume or curriculum vitae (CV) before you begin composing your letter. It can also
be helpful to review their cover letter to see how they pitch their qualifications for the job.
When you are writing a more general recommendation, you should still ask the subject of
your letter to outline their targets for employment. Ask them for an example or two of jobs
they are applying for. Also ask them to share their most marketable assets for that type of
work, especially ones you may have observed in your relationship with the person you are
recommending.
The more information you have about the jobs or types of jobs the candidate is applying
for, the more effective your recommendation can be.
What to Include in a Recommendation Letter
The first paragraph of your letter should explain how you know the person for whom you
are writing. Reference your job title and their job title when you interacted, as well as the
nature of your relationship, including whether you supervised the individual. Typically,
you would also include the length of time you have known the person.
Body of the Letter
The body of your letter should reference the skills, qualities, areas of knowledge and other
assets of the person you are recommending. Start by making a list of the strengths which
you would like to convey in your recommendation.
Then compose sentences which include references to any proof which will make your
assertions about those assets more credible. Provide specific examples of instances where
you observed the candidate using skills they are highlighting to the hiring manager.

This might consist of a project or role where they successfully applied a certain skill.
Citing accomplishments where value was added to your organization and describing the
strengths which enabled the person to generate those results can be particularly compelling.
Letter Closing
In your closing statement, it can be very effective to mention that you would hire the person
again. A positive statement about your belief that the person would be an outstanding
addition to their staff can also be incorporated into your closing.
Share Your Contact Information
Sharing a telephone number and email address with a mention of your eagerness to share
additional perspective on the candidate can also be helpful.
Formatting Your Letter
Here are guidelines for formatting recommendation letters including length, format, font
and how to organize your letters.
Sending Your Letter
You may be asked to send the letter to the person you are recommending or directly to the
employer. If youre sending via email, attach a copy of your letter to the email message as a
PDF or Microsoft Word document. The job posting or the employer will typically specify
how the recommendation should be sent and who it should be sent to.

Reference Letter Writing Guidelines

Recommendation and Reference Letter Format and
Outline
When you are writing reference letters, the quality of your letter is important because it
reflects the quality of your recommendation. All recommendation letters , whether for
employment or academic admissions, should be well-written, properly formatted and
proofread for grammar and typographical errors.
Whether you are writing a reference letter for a student, an employee or colleague, or a
friend, you can follow these general guidelines.
How to Write a Reference Letter

Before Writing the Letter: Ask the candidate to send you his resume, transcript, CV, or
any other materials that will help you accurately describe the person. You may also ask for
a description of the position for which he is applying, and/or information about the
company.
Length: A letter of recommendation should be more than one or two paragraphs; a letter
this short suggests you either do not know the person well, or do not fully endorse them.
However, you want to keep the letter concise and focus on a few key points, so avoid
writing more than one page.
Format: A letter of recommendation should be single-spaced with a space between each
paragraph. Use about 1" margins and align your text to the left (the alignment for most
documents).
Font: Use a traditional font such as Times New Roman, Arial, or Calibri. The font size
should be between 10 and 12 points.
Edit: Be sure to read through your letter before sending it. You can have someone else edit
the letter, but conceal the candidate's name to preserve his privacy.
How to Organize a Reference Letter
Header: Unless the candidate gives you a form on which to write your recommendation,
you should write the reference as a formal letter. A reference letter should begin with both
you and the employer's contact information (name, address, phone number, email) followed
by the date. If this is an email rather than an actual letter, include your contact information
at the end of the letter, after your signature.
Salutation: Begin your letter with "Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name." If you do not know the
employer's last name, simply write, "Dear Hiring Manager." If the candidate is applying to
an academic program, you can write "Dear Admissions Committee."
Introduction: Explain your relationship with the person for whom you are writing the
letter. You may include how long you have known the person. Then explain why you are
writing the letter. Be sure to include the name of the company, job, school, or opportunity
for which the person is applying. For example, "I have been James Smith's supervisor at
XYZ Company for the past five years. I am pleased to recommend him for the position of
head accountant at ABC Company.
Body: In the body of the letter, include specific information about the candidate's personal
characteristics (creativity, patience, confidence, etc.), specific skills (excellent
communication skills, organizational skills, etc.). Be as specific as possible. Provide
examples of times when the person displayed these qualities; perhaps he demonstrated his
communication skills during a presentation, or he demonstrated his leadership abilities
when he spearheaded a new project.

Try to describe qualities and skills that relate to the specific job, school, or opportunity. For
example, if the person is applying for a job as a manager, focus on the person's leadership
and communication skills.
Closing: Summarize the points made in the body of your letter. Clearly state that you
recommend the candidate for the position he is seeking.
Signature: End with your signature, handwritten, followed by your typed name. If this is
an email, simply include your typed name, followed by your contact information.
Sample Positive Recommendation Letter
To Whom it May Concern:
Kathleen Doe volunteered for four years in the Women's Health ward at ZBD Community
Hospital. During this time, she was a dependable volunteer who never missed a shift.
Kathleen was an asset to the hospital. She was always cheerful and willing to assist with
any task. In addition, Kathleen was motivated and interested in learning.
Kathleen is relocating due to family circumstances, and, unfortunately, we will no longer be
lucky enough to have her services. She will be missed and I highly recommend her to any
future employer or volunteer organization.
Sincerely,
John Smith