That's a good one.

>9) (John already took 8 on another post) Earnest Eileen. Seeks to do the best job possible even when they get over their heads. Tight deadlines, obscure functionallity, brick walls. Comes running to the UT where other Earnest Eileen's do their best to help while they are between jobs.

I've got a spin on that one: How about:

9a) Perilous Pauline. Consultant who disappears at critical times and often calls in, explaining in great detail, personal matters which keep her from actually doing the work.