Quality Assurance Development

SHANE L. CALCHERA

** ******* **** ****, ** Box **

Newfane, Vermont 05345

Ph. 802-***-****

*********@**********.********.***

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position as a Career Resource Specialist in a diverse and rewarding environment.

Summary of Qualifications

• Over six years of recent experience as a Career Development Facilitator in a Department

of Labor One Stop Career Center

• Able to assist clients in resume development and preparation, interviewing techniques

and structured job search activities

• Proficient in facilitating Career Fairs and Group Workshops with a diverse population

• Certified as a Global Career Development Facilitator

• Current Employment Specialist Certification

• Knowledgeable of community college, university and workforce development systems

Bachelors Degree in 20th Century History

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• Basic proficiency in German Language skills (2 years living in Germany)

• Available to work a flexible schedule

• Currently enrolled in the MAT program (Master of Arts in Teaching with Technology)

at Marlboro College, estimated completion September 2013

EXPERIENCE

Career Development Facilitator Level II Brattleboro, Vermont

Vermont Department of Labor June 2005 to October 2011

• Collaborated with employers in creating viable and effective job listings

• Worked with clients on job searches and career exploration

• Conducted workshops and job fairs related to employment issues

• Worked closely with VSAC (Vermont Student Assistant Corporation)

• Counseled clients on education and training programs

• Administered skill assessment testing to identify client interests and skills

• Made referrals to appropriate agencies and programs

• Assisted clients and employers in all phases of career development and placement

• Served as Local Veterans Employment Representative and primary Disability Liason In

Career One Stop Resource Center

Production Manager Pelham, New Hampshire

Schul International Manufacturing August 1995 to August 2004

• Managed production for the Epoxy and Flashing Division

• Supervised production staff of between 5-15 employees

• Responsible for department shipping, including Haz-Mat

• Interfaced with clients on product needs and specifications

• Conducted product quality assurance testing and auditing

Armored Reconnaissance Specialist

US Army February 1989 to February 1995

Blackhorse Base, Fulda Germany

• Served as a Cavalry Scout and Engineer in the United States Army

• Stationed in Fulda, Germany and Fort Hood Texas

• Graduated Sergeants Academy with Honors

• Southwest Asia Campaign Veteran

• Rated as a Special-Disabled Veteran-Service Connected

EDUCATION and TRAINING

Currently enrolled in the MAT program Class of 2013

Marlboro College, Brattleboro, Vermont

Bachelor’s Degree in 20th Century History Class of 2007

Keene State College, Keene, New Hampshire

Global Career Development Facilitator Certification 2007 - Present

National Career Development Association, Randolph, Vermont

Certified globally as a Career Development Facilitator

Labor and Employment Specialist Certification 2005 - Present

University of Colorado, Denver, Colorado

Completed Certification Program in Labor and Employment Specialization

Basic and Advanced Individual Training 1989-1993

US Army Basic and Advanced Armor School

Fort Knox KY

Non-Commissioned Officers Academy

Camp Williams UT

ADDITIONAL RELATED SKILLS

• Basic computer skills including proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google

Documents and basic web design

• Proficient in facilitating group and individual training and education sessions

• Knowledgeable of labor laws and confidentiality regulations

REFERENCES AND CREDENTIALS: Available upon request

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