1. ALYX K. SIMMS
1024 Chestnut Haven Court
Curtis Bay, Maryland 21226
(484) 894-0609
simmsalyx@gmail.com
Ladies and Gentlemen:
I am extremely interested in exploring career opportunities as a Linguist / Translator with your organization.
Enclosed is my resume for your review and consideration.
You will note I have just completed a Certification Program as a Russian Linguist from the Defense Language
Institute. Additionally I offer over 4 years U.S. Navy and service contracting experience with demonstrated
success. Throughout my background I have become known for my versatility and exceptional communications
skills, effective in handling challenging situations requiring diplomacy and effective problem-solving.
My personal profile includes the highest degrees of dedication, self-motivation, and productivity, with a proven
ability to quickly adapt to new and challenging responsibilities and deliver positive results. Some of my diverse
core competencies include: operations supervision for up to 30 associates, computerized program
administration, inventory control, equipment operation and maintenance, production control and quality
assurance,and senior level liaison/reporting functions. I possess special expertise in interpersonal relations
capacities requiring poise, polish, diplomacy and the highest degree of personal decorum. I also have a proven
track record of meeting or surpassing all assigned quality, production and performance quotas.
Based on these factors and a review of my additional highlights summarized below, I would appreciate an
opportunity to discuss with you, in person, how my qualifications would match your needs. I am certain I could
pinpoint additional areas of expertise which would enhance my contributions as an integral member of your
organizational team.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Alyx K.Simms
Alyx K. Simms
Enclosure: Resume

2. ALYX K. SIMMS
1024 Chestnut Haven Court
Curtis Bay, Maryland 21226
(484) 894-0609 • simmsalyx@gmail.com
Russian Linguist / Translator / Instructor / Organizational Liaison
Offering a solid background based on recent completion of Russian Linguist Certification from the Defense Language
Institute and four years employment in diverse U.S. Navy and commercial contracting environments demonstrating
superior personal initiative, professionalcommunications expertise, operations enhancement creativity and award-
winning performance success.
Gifted and well trained in the Russian language, culture and mores. Ideally suited for a position requiring superior
teaching and communications skills and proven experience in high-profile production,maintenance, operations and
service environments.
Highly-developed interpretation, translation and cross-cultural diplomacy skills. Demonstrated ability to handle
multi-task levels of responsibility effectively. Extremely dedicated, intelligent, hard-working, and self-motivated
organizational asset. Moderate supplemental language skills in Arabic.
Multi-faceted employment experience includes: shipboard deck and well deck operations, emergency preparedness
and response,public relations, equipment operation and maintenance, commercial and residential painting, customer
service, event planning and orchestration, academic enrollment, research, and executive assistance.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION
DEFENSE LANGUAGE INSTITUTE, Foreign Language Center - Monterey, California
Department of Defense Authorized Certificate of Completion in Russian Language (Apr 2016) 45 Credits, GPA = 3.2
Critical Courses: Russian Area and Cultural Studies; Comprehensive Military Topics in Russian; Advanced & Intermediate
Conversational Russian; Advanced Russian Iⅈ History & Geography of the Russian Region; Intro to Military Topics in
Russian; Intermediate Russian I & II; Intro to Russian Culture; Intro to Job Related Skills in Russian; Elementary Russian I&II
• Awarded 56 College Credits by the American Council on Education for Navy Training and Experience, Aug 2016
• Current with all annual Compliance Training for all Military Members and Federal Employees (list available)
• USN Russian Refresher Course, 82 Days, Jun 2016
• USN Military Requirements Training for Third Class and Second Class Petty Officers, May 2012
• USN Recruit Basic Training (Boot Camp), 8 Weeks, May 2012
• A.C. Reynolds High School, Asheville, NC, High School Diploma, Jun 2011
• Current U.S. Government Top Secret / SCI Security Clearance
• Certified Novice Linguist in Russian – Defense Language Proficiency Test, Listening 1+, Reading 2, Speaking 2, Apr 2016
• U.S. Navy Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist
EXPERIENCE HISTORY & HIGHLIGHTS
UNITED STATES NAVY – Seaman (E-3) – 4 Years Distinguished Service
DEFENSE LANGUAGE INSTITUTE - Monterey, California
Student / Seaman (E-3) (3/15-8/16)
• Completed 4-year Navy enlistment as a student at the Defense Language Institute for 18 months in anticipation of selection
as a Navy Cryptologic Technician Interpreter, Intelligence Specialist and/orRussian Linguist.
• Successfully completed and graduated from rigorous language and cultural training programs in Russian.
• Fulfilled routine watch duties while attending classes involving Fire and Security Watch and Designated Driver.
USS GERMANTOWN (LSD 42)
Deck Seaman / Helmsman (E-3) (3/12-2/15)
• Served two years in the Deck Department of a Whidbey Island Class dock landing ship with 420 personnel. Checked,
serviced and maintained personal protective equipment (PPE), preserved 54 compartment spaces,and ensured the
appearance and operational status ofship’s hull, deck equipment, ship’s cranes and waterline.
• Qualified and served as Helmsman, Lookout and Lee Helmsman in Underway conditions.
• Renovated six division spaces,well deck access points,flight deck, fan rooms and Boatswain’s Mate storage lockers.
• As a Well Deck Communication Operator, Signalman and Line Handler, played a vital part in the safe execution of hundreds
of Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC), Landing Craft Utility (LCU), Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRC), and
Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) launch and recovery operations during several exercises / missions.
• Served as Crane Rigger and Tag Line Handler for the onload and offload of Marine Corps cargo. One of four Seamen hand
selected to be in charge of the maintenance and upkeep of 25 Troop Berthing Spaces that accommodated 450 Marines.
Available immediately. Willing to travel or relocate. Overseas OK. List of references furnished upon request.