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phpwcms | web content management system http://www.ics-partners.com/ phpwcms is an Open Sorce web content management system based on PHP/MySQL. http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=0,1,0,0,1,0 Welcome to ICS-Partners index At ICS Partners we have one mission? To Help Our Clients Achieve Their Goals.&nbsp;&nbsp;Every company is different, with their own unique circumstances but their goals remain out of reach without the right combination of people.&nbsp; We are in the business of working with&nbsp;our Clients to determine who the right&nbsp;people are, professionally recruiting them and assisting both parties through the entire hiring process. ICS Partners was founded on the basic principals of integrity, commitment and service.&nbsp; Starting as Management Recruiters of Tucson Foothills in 1995, we have assisted companies ranging from Global Top 25 to specialized Start-Ups in attracting and hiring top talent.&nbsp; We have developed extensive contact networks and a proven search process to meet our clients? needs. We believe we best serve our clients by understanding their uniqueness and the requirements of each search assignment.&nbsp; Beyond our process and industry contacts, what sets us apart is we care about people.&nbsp; We offer powerful coaching on career development and hiring, always working with people to ensure the decisions they make are the right ones.&nbsp; We do this by matching the career objectives of our Candidates to the challenges our Clients have to offer, creating a lasting partnership between the two. We believe people who are satisfied, challenged and appreciated are capable of achieving great things. ICS partners handles positions from professional to senior executive levels, in engineering, sales/marketing and operations.&nbsp; We are driven by original research for each assignment, and apply that unique skill and process across industries and functions. As a result we are able to identify industry experts so our clients can achieve their goals. <TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 width="100%" border=0> <TBODY> <TR> <TD class="" style="WIDTH: 50%" vAlign=top width="50%"> Areas of Industry expertise include: Semiconductor Optics Networking Telecommunications Materials Equipment Knowledge Management Nano Technology</TD> <TD class="" style="WIDTH: 50%" vAlign=top width="50%"> Functional areas include: Sales Marketing Business Development Design Test Quality Accounting Software Research &amp; Development Project Management Operations Applications EDA</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE> For additional information regarding ICS Partners and how we can serve your needs, please contact us: ICS Partners Integrity, Commitment and Service Executive Recruiters 1500 N Farview Drive Payson AZ&nbsp; 85541 928-468-0961 <A href="mailto:info@ics-partners.com">info@ics-partners.com</A> 2006-01-17 phpwcms webmaster http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=0,25,0,0,1,0 Site Map site map 2004-06-23 phpwcms webmaster http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=0,127,0,0,1,0 Client Services client services When you make the choice to hire an employee from outside your organization, you have two basic options with entirely different requirements on your time. You can manage the process yourself or outsource it to a staffing professional. Internal vs. Outsourced&nbsp; <IMG height=143 src="http://www.ics-partners.com/content/images/sales_graph.jpg" width=190 align=right>There are times when it makes sense to manage the recruiting process yourself and other times when it makes sense to use a professional search consultant. You may want to manage it when think you can find the person relatively easy, maybe the talent pool is large enough that really great people are contacting you.&nbsp; As long as you and your staff have the time to sort through all the resumes and perform the initial screening to narrow down the search to the top few candidates, it?s clearly the way to go. If you decide to manage it yourself please keep in mind, it?s very time consuming.&nbsp; You lose productivity and generally have to make up for it somewhere, and you have little control over who is going to see and respond to your advertising, missing the passive market.&nbsp; Having said that, handling the process yourself may be appropriate in some situations.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; There are times when it makes sense to outsource a project. While we are searching for your next great hire you are free to do your primary job and forward your company goals. We are your third party PR department targeting the top performers in the industry and marketing your company and the possibility of working together. When our search is complete you will only have to choose between a few capable people to interview.&nbsp; They are pre-qualified and very interested in you, your company and your vision. We think of and manage all the details it takes to find and hire the right person.&nbsp; Things like references, interview schedules, flight arrangements pre-closing and closing them on your position.&nbsp; Therefore, many companies decide to outsource the recruiting process to specialists such as ICS Partners to save time and allow&nbsp;them to stay focused on efficiently running and forwarding their business. Engaged vs. Contingency Search Recruiting Strategy There are several differences between engaged and contingency search firms, but the primary distinction between the two is the development of a search strategy, the implementation of <A href="http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?search_process">the search process </A>and the engaged search consultant?s ability to focus all their time and attention on your needs.&nbsp; An engaged search consultant is normally hired exclusively to perform the search assignment and evaluates all candidates being considered for the open position (internal and external).&nbsp; This allows the engaged search consultant to best represent the interests of the client and uniformly assess candidates for the qualities being sought by the client, providing a high-level of confidentiality and uniformity to both the client and candidate. Conversely, a contingency recruiter usually does not have an exclusive assignment, but rather races against all other sources in hopes of presenting a winning candidate before anyone else does.&nbsp; Contingency recruiters are normally forced to divide their time among several searches and multiple clients to balance the risk of not being the first search consultant to get their candidate in the door. Many contingency recruiters specialize by industry and function. Engaged search consultants often specialize, but because they are driven by original research for each engagement, they are capable of applying <A href="http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?search_process">the search process </A>across industries and functions. Service Contingency search is geared toward identifying candidates ? but as a natural consequence does not necessarily produce the same level of qualified candidates who are more often found when extensive research, screening and in-depth interviews are applied to the process.&nbsp; Contingency search consultants often work with a large number of job openings, and, using a database of known candidates, look for a match on paper and send those candidates? resumes to the client for possible interviews.&nbsp; Contingency search can be appropriate when multiple qualified candidates are likely available in the marketplace for a position and the salary level is below $100,000. The engaged search process is tailored to situations when it is critical to hire not just any candidate, but the most qualified person available.&nbsp; The level of service required to fill these positions is typically higher and requires significant research, thorough screening interviews, referencing and a high degree of confidentiality through the process. Fee Structure Fees for the two kinds of service are similar ? typically 25% to 30% of the guaranteed first year compensation of the person hired.&nbsp; Contingency recruiters receive one lump sum payment upon the hiring, while the engaged search consultant is on retainer through the search process; either way, the end cost is the same. Process The way the fee is paid has a great deal to do with how the project is executed and what kind of results can be expected.&nbsp; When a company engages an executive search firm to fill a particular job, it is paying for the process of conducting a search.&nbsp; Without being paid on engagement, a contingency recruiter has no assurances of being paid at all, therefore affecting the process and level of service. &nbsp;As a result, a contingency recruiter cannot afford to invest a great deal of time working on any particular search, because a successful outcome may often depend on factors beyond their control.&nbsp; When a higher level of service and the best possible candidates are mandatory, the client is best served by engaged executive search. The foundation of the ICS Partners <A href="http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?search_process">search process </A>is to understand the client?s requirements, develop a precise search strategy, implement targeted research, and apply our years of experience and developed skills to identify and assess candidates.&nbsp; Open communication with the client is critical to the process and is integrated into every step. For additional information regarding ICS Partners and how we can serve your needs, please contact us: ICS Partners Integrity, Commitment and Service Executive Recruiters 1500 N Farview Drive Payson AZ&nbsp; 85541 928-468-0961 <A href="mailto:info@ics-partners.com">info@ics-partners.com</A> &nbsp; &nbsp; 2008-04-01 John Rothlein http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=0,132,0,0,1,0 Candidate Services candidate services ICS Partners works under contract with our client companies and offers absolute confidentiality to our candidates through the hiring process.&nbsp; Our priority is identifying the best possible candidates for a particular job by matching our candidate needs and interests, to the opportunities our client companies have to offer.&nbsp; The majority of the candidates identified in <A href="http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?search_process">the search process</A> are not actively seeking new employment; rather they are gainfully employed but open to career advancement. It is important to network and make contact with executive search consultants so you will be on their ?radar screen? when a suitable opportunity arises.&nbsp; The relationship with a recruiter is a professional one where you?ll discuss confidential information, so choose a search firm you feel confident with.Resources: 2004-11-05 phpwcms webmaster http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=0,129,0,0,1,0 Search Process search process ICS Partners is a relationship-oriented company. We value relationships with both client companies and candidates. We honor the trust and confidence that our clients place in us to manage their executive search needs. <IMG height=229 src="http://www.ics-partners.com/content/images/board_room.jpg" width=190 align=right>Our goal is to deliver the highest value to our clients, through the most professional executive search services available. Because we leverage so much of our firm's credibility in the marketplace to represent the client company, we must believe strongly in a company and the search before we will accept a search assignment We employ a national search process to produce the type of candidate that not only has the skill set and the experience that you desire, but also fits well within the client's culture. ICS PARTNERS SEARCH AND PLACEMENT PROCESS Defining the Position &#183; Interview the client &#183; Confirm process and responsibilities &#183; Prepare/distribute Job Spec for review &#183; Make necessary changes to the Job Spec &#183; Distribute the final Job Spec for signature Identifying and Recruiting the Candidates &#183; Perform in-depth industry research &#183; Review proprietary database &#183; Identify potential candidates and key industry sources &#183; Network with candidates and sources &#183; Recruit the best candidates available Candidate Assessment &#183; Perform in-depth qualifying interviews &#183; Pre-close candidate on the position, company and location &#183; Prepare background summaries Interviewing Candidates &#183; Submit candidates to hiring manager &#183; Facilitate the client interviews, participating as needed &#183; Obtain feedback from candidate &#183; Pre-close candidate for the position &#183; Obtain feedback from client on each candidate &#183; Offer feedback to both the client and candidate &#183; Coordinate follow-up interviews with top candidate(s) &#183; Conduct reference checks as appropriate &#183; Refine the search as needed &#183; Recruit additional candidates if needed Negotiate and Accept Offer &#183; Discuss potential offers with client prior to formatting &#183; Review draft offer from client &#183; Present firm offer to candidate &#183; Negotiate offer/counteroffer &#183; Offer acceptance Post Placement Follow Up &#183; After offer acceptance, assist with resignation &#183; Assist candidate and client with transition issues &#183; Maintain on-going contact with the candidate and client to&nbsp;ensure smooth transition For additional information regarding ICS Partners and how we can serve your needs, please contact us: ICS Partners Integrity, Commitment and Service Executive Recruiters 1500 N Farview Drive Payson AZ 85541 928-468-0961 <A href="mailto:info@ics-partners.com">info@ics-partners.com</A> &nbsp; &nbsp; 2008-04-01 phpwcms webmaster http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=0,133,0,0,1,0 Candidate FAQ candidate faq &nbsp;A lot of your questions can be answered by reviewing <A href="http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?search_process">The Search Process</A>, however, here are several others: <UL type=disc> <LI>Why should I work with you?</LI> <LI>Do I have to pay a fee for your services?</LI> <LI>Why couldn't I just post my resume to the Internet and bypass the middleman?</LI> <LI>Do you fill only management positions? </LI> <LI>What will happen after I send my resume?</LI> <LI>Why do you ask for personal information in addition to my resume?</LI> <LI>Will my resume be kept confidential?</LI> <LI>Do I need to resubmit my resume to be considered for different positions or to keep it active?</LI> <LI>Can you help students or recent grads?</LI> <LI>Do you only work on in your local area?</LI> <LI>I'd like to move to Arizona. Can you help me?</LI> <LI>I've been out of the industry for a while. Should I send my resume?</LI> <LI>I'm ready for a change of industries. Can you help me?</LI> <LI>Can you help people who need sponsorship to work in the U.S.?</LI> <LI>Companies often hire people who aren't a perfect match for an opening. Why are you so picky?</LI> <LI>I'm not really looking for something new right now. Can you keep me posted?</LI></UL> Why should I work with you? ICS Partners are talking to hiring managers who need people everyday. &nbsp;At any given time we are under contract to fill multiple positions. When we present you to a hiring manager it will be because we feel your skills and values are right for the position and the position will give you what you want and need. We do not flood the market with your resume. As a matter of fact, we only present you to companies that you approve. Nor do we overwhelm managers with dozens of candidates; we send them only the most qualified. So, you will really stand out from the crowd. Do I have to pay a fee for your services? No. The client companies pay our fees. Why couldn't I just post my resume to the Internet and bypass the middleman? There are two approaches to a job search: the shotgun approach and the rifle approach. Posting your resume to the Internet may mean that more people see it; but that may not be entirely a good thing. For example, you don't want your boss or Human Resources Manager finding your resume on the Net. (Your company is searching the internet for people with your qualifications to fill their needs. Your resume will come up in that search). Nor do you want recruiters from "resume mills" plucking your resume from the Web and broadcasting it to hundreds of companies without your knowledge; an employer who gets your resume multiple times suspects that you are desperate. Working with ICS Partners gives you a number of advantages. We work for you in the background so you can continue to do your current job. You will have the final say over who will see your resume. We develop close relationships with hiring managers who trust our judgment. We will work with you as a partner to further your career and personal goals. Do you fill only management positions? No. We work with the top 25% of candidates in their fields, at all levels. The technical positions we work on do require a minimum of two to three years of current experience in the industry with related product experience. Almost without exception, a BS or more advanced degree in an appropriate technical field is required. Research work or internships done in conjunction with a degree are not included in the minimum requirements. What will happen after I send my resume? If your qualifications are a very good fit for a position we are currently searching for, we'll call you back as soon as we can. We'll talk with you more in depth about your career goals and the things that are motivating you to consider a change. We'll also go over anything we have already matched you with to see if it is of interest to you. If your qualifications are a good fit for our area of specialization, but we don't have anything that's quite a close enough match at the moment we will put your resume in our confidential database and call you for future opportunities that become available. Why do you ask for personal information in addition to my resume? A resume only tells what you've already done. We're working on the future. We're not just in business to shuffle people from one company to another and collect a fee. We want to find you a position that has the things you like about what you're currently doing and that improves upon the areas that may be lacking. We also don't want to waste your time or our clients' time sending you on interviews for positions that you can't or won't accept. This can't be done without asking you personal questions.&nbsp; Will my resume be kept confidential? Definitely! We will get your permission before sending out your resume anywhere. &nbsp;We know we are working in a small world. Our success for the last 7 years has been based on confidentiality with both our client companies and our candidates.&nbsp; We will continue to run our business with the values of Integrity, Commitment and Service. Do I need to resubmit my resume to be considered for different positions or to keep it active? No, it's not necessary to submit your resume multiple times for multiple jobs. Nor do you need to resubmit your resume to keep it active. It is a good idea to send us an update if the information on your resume changes; for example, if you finish a significant project, gotten a promotion, take on new responsibilities, complete an advanced degree program or changed your address/phone numbers. Can you help students or recent grads? No.&nbsp; Our clients hire us to fill more senior level positions. &nbsp;They are looking for people with a minimum of two to three years experience (and often more) doing the type of work they do. Research work, co-op work and internships are extremely valuable but are not included in these minimum requirements Do you only work on in your local area? No, we work nationally. I'd like to move to Arizona. Can you help me? Possibly, but only if you are in the top 25% of your field. I've been out of the industry for a while. Should I send my resume? Since most of our clients are looking for people with current experience it can be pretty difficult for us to help someone who has been out of the industry for more than a year unless you were in the top 25% in your field. I'm ready for a change of industries. Can you help me? Our clients hire us to find people experienced in the specific positions we are searching for. &nbsp;They are looking for people with a minimum of two to three years experience (and often more) doing the type of work they do. So in most cases we cannot help people who are making major career changes. Can you help people who need sponsorship to work in the U.S.? In some cases, yes. We can help people who already hold valid H1-B visas if they have several years work experience. If you need a new H1-B visa, rather than a transfer, this is much more difficult. Hiring companies will not work with a recruiter to hire a candidate requiring a new visa unless they have exceptionally strong qualifications. We look for a minimum of 5 years experience with the client company's exact product background plus the equivalent of a Masters Degree or Ph.D. &nbsp; Companies often hire people who aren't a perfect match for an opening. Why are you so picky? We spend considerable time with our clients to determine the qualifications they feel are needed for a given position. &nbsp;As we are hired by the client company, it is our job to deliver the top candidates in the industry; they count on us to do that. I'm not really looking for something new right now. Can you keep me posted? Even if you're not ready to make a change today, it still may be a good idea to send your resume. When new opportunities come into our office, the first people we speak with are one's in our confidential network database. We will only call you for something that looks like a very strong match. Possibly the opportunity that's too good to pass up, even if you're not really looking. For additional information regarding ICS Partners and how we can serve your needs, please contact us: &nbsp;ICS Partners Integrity, Commitment and Service Executive Recruiters 1500 N Farview Drive Payson AZ&nbsp; 85541 928-468-0961 <A href="mailto:resume@ics-partners.com">resume@ics-partners.com</A> 2004-11-05 John Rothlein http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=0,128,0,0,1,0 Guide to Effective Resume Writing guide to effective resume writing Focus on the Purpose There is really just one purpose for a resume: to have your skills and accomplishments stand out so you can be scheduled for an interview. A company hires an employee for only one reason: The company has a problem.&nbsp; A test engineer is hired because without them product yield and quality fall and the company looses money. The president of the corporation is hired because without them there is no leadership. Management typically spends 60 to 90 SECONDS on the preliminary review of a resume. Their time is valuable and they need to see something of interest to be willing to review it further.&nbsp; Management is looking for words or phrases directly related to the benefits the candidate can provide to the company, which equate to dollars and profit. A technique for highlighting the benefits you?ve provided your previous employers is to use FAB statements. They are extremely effective in resumes and can also be used in interviews. "F" is for "fact" or "feature". For example: you were the Production Manager (fact). "A" is for "accomplishment", e.g., your department increased production by 14%. "B" is for "benefit"; example: this resulted in an additional net profit of $2,600 / week. By using FAB statements throughout your resume, you give the hiring manager the information they need on a silver platter. When creating your FAB statements, keep in mind the following list of the top accomplishment areas which most interest employers. Accomplishment Areas Increased revenues Saved money Increased efficiencies Cut overhead Increased sales Developed new technologies Purchasing accomplishments New products/new lines Expand/develop territory Increased productivity Provided leadership Improved manufacturability Penetrated new market segments Emphasizing the benefits of hiring you is the single most important thing to remember in writing your resume. But the hiring manager will also be looking for details of where and when you acquired your experience and education. Finally, you must remember that if a resume is hard to read, confusing, incomplete, too long, or too short it won't survive the first cut. Tips for an Effective &amp; Easy to Read Resume: <UL> <LI>General Considerations: </LI> <UL> <LI>Emphasize the benefits you provided your previous employers.</LI> <LI>Keep it simple; but, be sure to include technical details appropriate to the position. List specific disciplines and products with which you have.</LI> <LI>Customize it for a particular position: if you've done both R&amp;D and manufacturing but you're looking for a position in manufacturing, emphasize your manufacturing experience.</LI> <LI>Experience generally weighs very heavily and should be emphasized over education. </LI></UL> <LI>Details: </LI> <UL> <LI>Two pages is a good number. One page is fine; but, don't cram in too much writing.</LI> <LI>Use clean, clear type - no fancy fonts - not all caps - and leave plenty of white space.</LI> <LI>Include your name, address, email, home and work phone at the top of the first page.</LI> <LI>List your employment history starting with the most recent employer and working back in time.</LI> <LI>If you have extensive employment experience, give a detailed account of just the last 10-15 years and briefly list your previous positions. &nbsp;However, do include your experience with 2 to 3 employers even if you do have to go back further in time.</LI> <LI>Include the city and state where each company is located and a 1-2 line description of what they do.</LI> <LI>If you have longevity, place the dates of employment on the&nbsp;right where they will be visible. If not, you can place the dates less prominently.</LI> <LI>If you have had several positions with the same company you may include dates for each position if you like; but, be sure that they are less prominent than the dates of your overall employment with that company.</LI> <LI>If you have had very similar responsibilities with several employers you may summarize your experience and accomplishments as a whole. Then, below that section, include an "Employment History" list of the companies, titles, dates, locations, and the companies' products or services.</LI></UL></UL> Personal information that could be helpful is: foreign languages and visa status. <A href="http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=105,131,0,0,1,0">Sample Resumes</A> ICS Partners Integrity, Commitment and Service Executive Recruiters 1500 N Farview Drive Payson AZ&nbsp; 85541 928-468-0961 <A href="mailto:resume@ics-partners.com">resume@ics-partners.com</A> 2004-11-05 John Rothlein http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=0,130,0,0,1,0 Successful Interviewing Tips successful interviewing &nbsp; Preparation for the Interview &nbsp; Go to the company website of the company you are scheduled to interview with and review the potential employers? website in depth. &nbsp; Refer back to your FAB statements (from <A href="http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=103,128,0,0,1,0">Guide to Effective Resume Writing</A>) so the information is fresh in your mind.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> &nbsp; Prepare the questions you will ask during the interview. &nbsp;&nbsp; <o:p></o:p> The greatest way to become known as a good conversationalist is to ask leading questions and let the other person speak. These are: Who, What, Where, When and How type questions.&nbsp; &nbsp; Probing questions you might ask... <UL> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1">What?s a detailed description of the position?</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1">Why is the position available?</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1">What is the anticipated orientation and training program?</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1">Are there advanced training programs available for those who demonstrate outstanding ability?</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1">What are the company growth plans?</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1">If I perform well, what are the advancement opportunities in the company?</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1">How does this department help run the firm?What kind of projects will I work on?</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1">Tell me about the people I will be working with?</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1">What authority will I be given?</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1">What will you expect of me and how will I be measured?</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1">What will be my first assignment?</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1">ANY questions you will need answered before you can make a yes/no decision on this opportunity (some questions, like compensation, will be discussed with your search consultant)</DIV></LI></UL> Prepare for tough questions such as... <UL> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo2">How would you describe yourself? (Give positive job related attributes.)</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo2">What did you think of your last boss? (Be positive, NEVER speak ill of a past boss)</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo2">Why have you left your previous positions? (Be positive, NEVER speak ill of a past employer; focus on the opportunity you want to go to rather than a specific of why you are leaving/left)</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo2">Where do you see yourself five years from now?</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo2">Tell me something about yourself.&nbsp; (Be brief; if you like you can mention something about your family or hobbies)</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo2">What?s your biggest failure? (Everyone has failure; give the answer along with what you learned or how you rectified the situation.)</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo2">What are your strong points? (Be clear and concise)</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo2">How much money do you want? (Leave it open; let the interviewer know you would expect fair compensation.&nbsp; If you must give a specific number, tell them your current salary, including all bonus and commissions)</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo2">What's the most difficult thing you have ever done?</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo2">Which qualifications do you feel make you a better candidate for this job than anyone else? (Give examples of your accomplishments of the past that relate to this specific position)</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo2">But you've already done this work. What makes you think you would be interested in staying with us?&nbsp; (Tell them what about the company/position you?ve heard that interest you)</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo2">Is there any other question you might have before I let you go? (this is a good place for anything else you need to know to make a yes/no decision)</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo2">What are your future goals?</DIV></LI></UL> For ALL Interviews &nbsp; <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo5">Ask interviewer to describe the position and the duties to you early in the interview so that you can relate your background and skills to the position.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo5">Get your strengths across to the interviewer in a factual, sincere manner.&nbsp; You can use examples from your FAB statements (from <A href="http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=103,128,0,0,1,0">Guide to Effective Resume Writing</A>) as a guide.&nbsp;&nbsp; Keep in mind that you alone can sell yourself to the interviewer. </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo5">Be prepared to answer questions truthfully, frankly, and as "to the point" as possible.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo5">Answer questions that are asked of you with examples when possible rather than just a yes or no; leave the interviewer with a picture of your qualifications.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo5">DON'T EVER make derogatory statements about your present or former employers or companies. Rather, focus on what opportunity you want to move to.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo5">DON'T inquire about salary, vacation, bonuses, retirement, etc. This will be covered with you in detail by your search consultant prior to acceptance of any offer. If the interviewer asks what salary you want, indicate that you are more interested in opportunity than a specific salary.</LI></UL> Specifically for a Telephone Interview &nbsp; <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l6 level1 lfo3">Make sure you have a quiet and private place to take or make the phone call.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l6 level1 lfo3">Give the interview your full and undivided attention.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l6 level1 lfo3">Keep your tone upbeat. Remember that the interviewer has only your voice to create an impression of you.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l6 level1 lfo3">Take advantage of the opportunity to use a few notes, if you like.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l6 level1 lfo3">Give special attention to answering questions with enough detail to create a picture in the interviewer's mind. &nbsp;Describe a situation, what you did to improve it, and what the benefit was to the company. (your FAB statements)<o:p></o:p></LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l6 level1 lfo3">Address any hesitation in the interviewer's voice. You will not be able to tell from his or her facial expression or body language if you are being understood or not so ask ?does that answer your question?? if you have any doubt.</LI></UL> Specifically for a Face-to-Face Interview &nbsp; <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4">Dress in professional business attire</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4">Arrive 10 minutes early</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4">Fill out application forms neatly and completely</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4">Greet the interviewer by name, if you are sure of the pronunciation. If you are not, ask at the front desk how to pronounce it</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4">Shake hands firmly and make eye contact frequently</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4">Sit upright in your chair, look alert and interested at all times. Be a good listener as well as a good speaker</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4">SMILE</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4">DON'T smoke or chew gum</LI></UL> Closing the Interview &nbsp; The Hiring Manager is a human being; they want to know if you are interested!&nbsp; <o:p></o:p> &nbsp; <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo8">In closing, let the interviewer know you are interested in the position (if you are) and why you think you are a good fit; be specific of what attributes fit the position as it has been described.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo8">Ask for the job.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo8">Ask for the next interview if the situation warrants that.</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo8">&nbsp;If the position is offered to you, and you want it, accept it on the spot.<o:p></o:p></LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list 1.0in; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo8">If you wish time to think it over, be courteous and tactful in asking for that time. Set a definite date when you can provide an answer.</LI></UL> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo8">Express thanks for the interviewer's time and consideration of you. If you have answered these two questions:</LI> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=circle> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list 1.0in; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo8">1) Why are you interested in the company? and </LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: justify; tab-stops: list 1.0in; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo8">2) What you have to offer the company? You have done all you can.</LI></UL></UL> After the Interview &nbsp; Last and most important, call your search consultant immediately and communicate what transpired. The search consultant will want to talk with you before the interviewer calls back so he or she will know how to proceed on your behalf. &nbsp; For additional information regarding ICS Partners and how we can serve your needs, please contact us: &nbsp; ICS Partners Integrity, Commitment and Service Executive Recruiters<o:p></o:p> &nbsp; 1500 N Farview Drive<o:p></o:p> Payson AZ&nbsp; 85541 928-468-0961 <A href="mailto:info@ics-partners.com">info@ics-partners.com</A> 2004-11-05 John Rothlein http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=0,131,0,0,1,0 Sample Resumes sample resumes &nbsp; <HR id=null> First and Last Name&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Phone number Street Address&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cell Phone City, State and Zip&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;E-mail address EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVE Management of an engineering product development team with product definition, design and support responsibilities utilizing strengths in the areas of project management, analog and digital technology, communications theory, software methodologies and system architecture and design. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE MOTION VIDEO&nbsp;Portland, OR&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 11/93 to Present Director of New Product Development Responsible for all new product development with the new video group. Duties include managing both Hardware and Software Engineering departments and researching new technologies such as MPEG and JPEG video compression techniques. Work closely with marketing, sales and manufacturing to define, develop and introduce new products within schedule, budget and performance constraints. Products being developed include video routing systems, master control switchers, facility automation software and a digital disk-based JPEG video storage system. Introduced a new product development procedure that formalized and streamlined the development and introduction into manufacturing of new products. As a result, development time and costs were reduced by 10%. Introduced object oriented methodology (OOA/OOD) as a software engineering process to the company. As a result, we greatly improved the documentation of new software and increased software schedule accuracy by 50%. Built the engineering organization from a staff of 14 up to a staff of 30 in a period of one year. Headed up the team that developed and performed the vendor qualification process for controlled impedance printed circuit board suppliers. This resulted in a reduction of scrap material costs of over $75,000 for this year. Participated in ATM (asynchronous transfer mode) research effort. This effort is being used to guide future product strategies for the entire corporation. Researched UL, FCC, CE (European) NEBS (Bellcore) requirements to determine their pertinence to Motion Video products. WISDOM TECHNOLOGY&nbsp;Fremont, CA&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8/88 TO 11/93 Engineering Project Manager&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 12/90 to 11/93 Project manager for the development of the Series E900 analog and digital video routing system. The Series E900 has become the most successful routing product ever to be produced by Wisdom with sales last fiscal year of $18,000,000. Managed an engineering organization consisting of 12 hardware and firmware engineers. Managed the development and introduction into production of the product line. By insisting that manufacturing be involved in all stages of design, production start up problems were reduced significantly. First and Last Name Page 2 Provide technical leadership for product definition and design by making extensive use of surface mount and controlled impedance PCB technologies. Demonstrated the product at major trade shows and to potential customers. Senior Engineer&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8/88 to 12/90 Video, audio and firmware circuit designer and project engineer. Duties included design, supervision of printed circuit board layout, testing and verification of prototypes and producing all the necessary documentation to release a design into manufacturing. Designed circuitry for use in video processing amplifiers, test signal generators, and distribution amplifiers. Project engineer for a PAL test signal generator. Project engineer for the division's thrust into the serial digital video market. Active on the industry sponsored standards committee which defined the serial digital video standard (SMPTE 259M). SATELLITE SYSTEMS, INC.&nbsp;Melbourne, FL&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 4/85 to 8/88 Staff Engineer&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8/87 to 8/88 Program manager for the SSRSC measurement system. Responsible for the financial and technical performance of the $7,000,000 project. Department Manager&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 4/85 to 8/87 Engineering manager responsible for broadcast video product development. Products developed included satellite receivers and exciters, up/down converters for SCPC data, the SXAC private video network satellite system and the RFT1200 integrated KU-band satellite terminal. USA COMMUNICATIONS Richmond, VA &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 4/80 - 4/85 Communications Engineer CAMPANA LABS&nbsp;Paterson, NJ&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6/79 - 4/80 Member of Technical Staff EDUCATION MSEE Course work: Georgia Institute of Technology; Atlanta, GA 33 hours of graduate credit; completed all work except thesis while working at Campana Labs. BSEE, 1979; Virginia Polytechnic Institute - Blacksburg, VA Graduated with Honors AFFILIATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS Member of Phi Kappa Phi, Tau Beta Phi and Eta Kappa Nu honor societies. Member of The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE). Published "The Next Generation of Video Receivers" in the November 1981 issue of Satellite Communications. &nbsp; <HR id=null> First and Last Name Street Address City, State and Zip Home Phone Cell Phone Email Adress CAREER SUMMARY Experienced integrated circuit CAD/CAE manager with extensive knowledge of digital, analog and mixed signal, design, test modeling and layout, for tele/datacom, power supplies, and system on a chip applications. Management of engineering services including CAD operations, document control, and design support. ACCOMPLISHMENTS <UL> <LI>99% first time functional success rate on quick turn prototypes</LI> <LI>Implemented document control system passing ISO 9000 and customer audits</LI> <LI>Streamlined the IC test process by 33%--provided device characterization capabilities to Test/Product engineering through a "state of the art" LAN</LI> <LI>Installed and supported CADENCE environments to be used with HSPICE, SABER, and ADI proprietary simulation tool (ADICE4/5) with software routines developed in Skill</LI> <LI>Installed and supported digital and mixed-signal design environments for CADENCE Composer with VERILOG and SABER/VERILOG</LI></UL> EXPERIENCE H. Schleemen Technology, Los Gatos, CA&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1988-&nbsp;Present CAD Engineering Manager Manufactured high performance IC solutions in GaAs for a variety of products for the military, telecommunications, datacommunications, automated test and instrumentation markets. Digital and analog standard products as well as digital ASICs for SONET, Fibre channel and ATE timing generation. Hiromatsu Inc., Santa Clara, CA&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1985-1988 Design Engineer/CAD Manager Complete system design of 2KVA-750KVA power systems including enclosures, sheet metal, PCB's and cabling. Slick Rock Technology, Tucson, AZ&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1980-1985 Application Engineer Supported Southwest Sales territory for microwave repeaters SKILLS Programming Languages: C, C++, Pascal, Fortran, Basic, Assembly, Java, Skill Operating Systems: UNIX, DOS, Windows 3.1/95, Macintosh Platforms: IBM PCS, Sun Sparc and Power PC's&nbsp; EDUCATION M.S.E.E.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; University of Hawaii&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1978-1980 B.S.E.E.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; University of Koblenz&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1974-1978&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; For additional information regarding ICS Partners and how we can serve your needs, please contact us: ICS Partners Integrity, Commitment and Service Executive Recruiters 1500 N Farview Drive Payson AZ&nbsp; 85541 928-468-0961 <A href="mailto:resume@ics-partners.com">resume@ics-partners.com</A> &nbsp; 2004-11-05 John Rothlein http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=0,134,0,0,1,0 Physical Design Engineer employment opportunities &nbsp; Can you really make a difference?&nbsp; We believe you can and you deserve your chance to have it all. We are the only recruiters for this position so this is your only way to hear about this opportunity!!! <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> People need five primary things to be satisfied at work. 1. A job that stretches their mind and challenges them. 2. Working with a high quality manager 3. Working with a high quality team.&nbsp; 4. Importance of the job to the company.&nbsp; 5. Compensation <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> You can have it all <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">EE Times ?Company of the Year?</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Multiple industry firsts and the only company to deliver on the full potential of networking technologies</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Fastest growing <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /><st1:place w:st="on">Silicon Valley</st1:place> company</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">?Outstanding Financial Performance? award from the Fabless Semiconductor Association</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Founder awarded for best products and technologies in the last 15 years</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Profitable with strong cash reserves and revenue near $200m</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Clear vision and roadmap to be the number one company in their market, which is forecast to top $3 Billion by 2009</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">True World Class management and engineering teams heavily populated with the top people from universities such as Stanford, MIT, IIT&nbsp;and UC Berkeley</LI></UL> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p>About the job <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> You?ll work with world class design teams and methodologies, have a chance to take low power design to the next level and know the chips you work on go into products that everyone uses.&nbsp;&nbsp;Your team is&nbsp;responsible for the physical design of next generation wireless and SoC ASICs. &nbsp;We?re looking for a hands-on engineer with a strong background in physical design and methodology. We need someone who runs the tools and finds innovative ways to improve the design flow. &nbsp; <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> Experience <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> RTL to GDSII design experience (including synthesis, timing analysis, place and route &amp; physical verification) <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> Experience in related areas such as circuit design (device level) and logic design (gate or RTL level) <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> Software experience (perl, TCL, shell, Makefile, C/C++, Java, etc) <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> Experience taking an existing design flow/s and enhancing it to meet schedules and improve functionality &nbsp; To apply e-mail your confidential resume to <A href="mailto:john@ics-partners.com">john@ics-partners.com</A> 2006-02-13 phpwcms webmaster http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=0,136,0,0,1,0 Verification Engineer employment opportunities &nbsp; Can you really make a difference?&nbsp; We believe you can and you deserve your chance to have it all. We are the only recruiters for this position so this is your only way to hear about this opportunity!!! <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> People need five primary things to be satisfied at work. 1. A job that stretches their mind and challenges them. 2. Working with a high quality manager 3. Working with a high quality team.&nbsp; 4. Importance of the job to the company.&nbsp; 5. Compensation <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> You can have it all<o:p></o:p> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">EE Times ?Company of the Year?</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Multiple industry firsts and the only company to deliver on the full potential of networking technologies</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Fastest growing <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /><st1:place w:st="on">Silicon Valley</st1:place> company</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">?Outstanding Financial Performance? award from the Fabless Semiconductor Association</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Founder awarded for best products and technologies in the last 15 years</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Profitable with strong cash reserves and revenue near $200m</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Clear vision and roadmap to be the number one company in their market, which is forecast to top $3 Billion by 2009</LI> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">True World Class management and engineering teams heavily populated with the top people from universities such as Stanford, MIT, IIT&nbsp;and UC Berkeley</LI></UL> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> About the job <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> You will be responsible for the simulation and verification flow used to craft the company?s next generation wireless and SoC ASICs.&nbsp; You?ll be working with architecture, design and verification teams to develop simulation and verification environments that prove correctness and measure performance of algorithms and RTL.&nbsp; The goal is to develop large verification environments for SoC ASICs; you?ll have project ownership cradle to grave.&nbsp; .&nbsp;&nbsp; <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> Background<o:p></o:p> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-pagination: none; mso-hyphenate: none">Software experience (e.g. Vera, Verilog, System Verilog, C, C++ and Perl) including object oriented programming</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-hyphenate: none">Developed simulation and verification environments that proved correctness and measured performance of algorithms and RTL on large scale projects<o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-pagination: none; mso-hyphenate: none">Experience developing simulation environments used by test development teams to exercise Matlab and Verilog models</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-hyphenate: none">Evaluation of 3rd Party tools and developed methodologies to enhance your company?s ability to produce high quality ASICs</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-hyphenate: none">Experience with various verification flows as well as your track record in delivering successful ASICs</DIV></LI> <LI> <DIV class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-hyphenate: none">Experience with 802.11 or other communication or networking protocols</DIV></LI></UL> <o:p>To apply e-mail your confidential resume to <A href="mailto:john@ics-partners.com">john@ics-partners.com</A></o:p> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> 2006-02-13 John Rothlein http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=0,138,0,0,1,0 SoC Architect employment opportunities Our client is among the top 3 WLAN IC companies in the world. From the start, they built on strong engineering skills and industry leading execution to deliver a series of products, resulting in several ?world?s first? industry milestones.&nbsp; Currently in their 6th product generation, they boast of many accomplishments including design wins with all the leading computer and consumer manufacturers for the WiFi sector.&nbsp; With worldwide sales offices, they hold leadership positions in markets throughout the world including strong ties to <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /><st1:place w:st="on">Far East</st1:place> manufacturers which regularly produce multi-million dollar partnerships. <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> You will be responsible for designing and building next generation SoC ASICs.&nbsp; In this position, you?ll use your creativity in working with marketing, architecture, hardware and software teams looking at ideas for next generation products and turning those ideas into market solutions.&nbsp; This is an excellent opportunity to use your expertise while making a profound difference with a company who appreciates and rewards their people.&nbsp;&nbsp; <o:p></o:p> &nbsp; <o:p></o:p> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> Experience <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-hyphenate: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Experience&nbsp;exploring architectural ideas and turning them into next generation products<o:p></o:p></LI></UL> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-hyphenate: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Background&nbsp;gathering requirements from customers and standards organizations to specify architectures to support various applications<o:p></o:p></LI></UL> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Working with hardware teams to design, synthesize and verify ASICs and PCBs <o:p></o:p></LI></UL> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Working with the lab and software teams to validate and debug products<o:p></o:p></LI></UL> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-hyphenate: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">High level of Verilog programming, logic synthesis and gate timing experience<o:p></o:p></LI></UL> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-hyphenate: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Understanding of computer architecture and networking protocols<o:p></o:p></LI></UL> 2006-04-17 John Rothlein http://www.ics-partners.com/index.php?id=0,139,0,0,1,0 RTL Design Team Co-Leader employment opportunities Our client is among the top 3 WLAN IC companies in the world.&nbsp; From the start, they built on strong engineering skills and industry leading execution to deliver a series of products, resulting in several ?world?s first? industry milestones.&nbsp; Currently in their 6th product generation, they boast of many accomplishments including design wins with all the leading computer and consumer manufacturers for the WiFi sector.&nbsp; With worldwide sales offices, they hold leadership positions in markets throughout the world including strong ties to <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /><st1:place w:st="on">Far East</st1:place> manufacturers which regularly produce multi-million dollar partnerships. <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> You will be responsible for the design and verification for the company?s next generation wireless and SoC ASICs.&nbsp; You?ll be working with the architecture team to explore ideas for next generation products and then bring your creativity to develop RTL to turn those ideas into customer solutions.&nbsp; The mandate of this group is to run two projects in parallel, one to support current wireless products and the second is to expand capacity into new markets.&nbsp; This is a fast paced company with tremendous growth potential.&nbsp; If you possess the leadership skills and the desire, this could be a Technical Lead position. &nbsp;&nbsp; <o:p></o:p> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> History<o:p></o:p> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Experience designing ASIC?s used in complex signal processing environments (e.g. baseband, DSL, wireless networking, cellular, cable modems, UWB, high bit rate Ethernet, powerline networking&nbsp; etc)<o:p></o:p></LI></UL> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-hyphenate: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Leading design teams taking designs from architecture through verification<o:p></o:p></LI></UL> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-hyphenate: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Experience completing RTL Verilog design projects</LI></UL> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-hyphenate: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Experience with 802.11 or other communication or networking protocols<o:p></o:p></LI></UL> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-hyphenate: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Experience&nbsp;using various design tools eg. Logic Simulators, Logic Synthesis, Timing Analyzers, Formal Verification, Scripting Languages, Debugging Tools, Matlab etc.<o:p></o:p></LI></UL> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> <UL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-hyphenate: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Background in Digital Signal Processing, Digital/Wireless Communication, academic or practical<o:p></o:p></LI></UL> 2006-04-17 John Rothlein