MemoTo: Elisa Stone

From: Steven Lizotte

cc: ENGL 2100-424

Date: August 6, 2014

Re: Project 3 (Draft)

The final draft for Project 3: Professional Portfolio follows this memo. The e-portfolio version can be found by following the link:

http://stevenlizotte.wordpress.com/coursework/as-geography/general-education/engl-2100-technical-writing/

The document contains the requested content as described in the Project 3 instructions:

1. Cover letter.

2. Table of contents.

3. Technical description sample.

4. Set of instructions or documentation sample

5. Two technical writing samples

a. A sample which would be intended for the same audience as the cover letter.

b. A sample from Project 2 in this class.

6. Resume.

The e-portfolio version is laid out in the same manner only more “friendly” for the document type. The Canvas submission has both this document and the link to the e-portfolio. I found the peer review process very informative and incorporated several of the suggestions in addition to the edits suggested by you. Thank you to all for all the help.

[Engl 2100 project 3]Portfolio project designed to showcase the technical writing skills acquired throughout the course. Included are a sample cover letter, resume, technical description, set of instructions, sample of GIS mapping, and images of slides created for the GIS Lab and Geosciences Tutoring Center (ENGL 2100 Project 2).

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Summer 2014

ENGL 2100-424

Steven Lizotte

556 E Greenmeadow Way 12 K

Murray, UT 84107

July 31, 2014

M. Stark,

Montana State Library; Division of Geographic Information

PO Box 201800

Helena, MT 59620-1800

Dear Ms. Stark:

I am interested in applying for the GIS Analyst position with the State of Montana Library System, position number 51530806 advertised on June 12, 2014. My experience with the NISGTC grant program developing cadastral data integration for use in demographic analysis in addition to serving as a GIS and geosciences tutor will allow me to provide an immediate benefit to the Montana State Library System as a GIS Analyst.

During my time at SLCC I received two degrees, Associates of Applied Science in Geographic Information Systems and an Associates of Science in Geography. Additionally I acquired a GIS Certification in GIS Analyst, ArcGIS Desktop, LIDAR, and several competencies within each of the ESRI ArcGIS programs.

To assist with demographic analysis both within the NISGTC grant program and for the Division of Natural Sciences, I produced several datasets utilizing the vertical integration of cadastral datasets to provide the geographic reference for point, polygon, and raster layers used to build geospatial analysis reports. We examined everything from environmental and other hard science data to socioeconomic data relating to minority enrollment in education.

I would also bring strong customer service skills and human resources skills gained through my experience as a Training Manager and Store Sales Manager. Budget management, time management, personnel management, and other soft skills have all been acquired through my variety of work and educational experience.

Thank you for the opportunity to interview for this position. I look forward to hearing from you or your office about this exciting opportunity. I can be contacted at (801) 414-5997 or by email steven.lizotte@slcc.edu.

Sincerely,

Steven Lizotte

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Table of Contents

Cover Letter……………………………………………..2

Sample cover letter to a potential employer. This cover letter was to express interest in an advertised employment position with the Montana State Library System as a GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Analyst.

Technical Description Sample………………………….4

Example of technical writing that would be used by a company selling a clock radio. The intended audience is a potential customer who may have expressed interest in the device. The writing is a sales flyer/promotion pamphlet designed to generate further interest or close the sale.

Set of Instructions or Documentation Sample…………5

Example of technical writing intended to hang on a wall or bulletin board in a college setting. The flyer demonstrates an aspect of first aid. The intended audience is a college student. The flyer should be interesting enough to read before first aid is needed and easy to use when first aid is called for.

Technical Writing Sample: GIS Employment…………6

Sample one is a map created for use by the Interim Provost of Salt Lake Community College. The project is an analysis of the minority school population in Utah by school. The intent is to use the data to target minority students for recruitment to Salt Lake Community College. This map is the preliminary data map.

Technical Writing Sample: ENGL 2100 Project 2…....7

Sample 2 are the images from a PowerPoint created as a part of Project 2 in English 2100. The slides are intended to become part of new hire training for tutors and lab aides in the GIS and Geosciences Tutoring Center.

Resume……………………………………………………8

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Technical Description Sample

Example of technical writing that would be used by a company selling a clock radio. The intended audience is a potential customer who may have expressed interest in the device. The writing is a sales flyer/promotion pamphlet designed to generate further interest or close the sale.

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Set of Instructions or Documentation Sample

Example of technical writing intended to hang on a wall or bulletin board in a college setting. The flyer demonstrates an aspect of first aid. The intended audience is a college student. The flyer should be interesting enough to read before first aid is needed and easy to use when first aid is called for.

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GIS Project: Minority Student Population in Utah Schools

Sample one is a map created for use by the Interim Provost of Salt Lake Community College. The project is an analysis of the minority school population in Utah by school. The intent is to use the data to target minority students for recruitment to Salt Lake Community College. This map is the preliminary data map.

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GIS and Geosciences Tutoring Lab

New Hire Training: Tutor Ethics PowerPoint

Sample 2 are the images from a PowerPoint created as a part of Project 2 in English 2100. The slides are intended to become part of new hire training for tutors and lab aides in the GIS and Geosciences Tutoring Center.

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Steven Lizotte (801)440-6868

556 E Greenmeadow Way 12 K slizotte@bruinmail.slcc.edu

Murray, UT 84104 http://stevenlizotte.wordpress.com

Objective

GIS Analyst for the State of Montana Library System.

Education Associate of Science in Geography, Salt Lake Community College, expected December, 2014. Associate of Applied Science in Geographic Information Systems, Salt Lake Community College,

expected December, 2014.

Core Competencies Course Development Compelling Presenter Motivational Leadership ESRI ArcGIS Certifications

Strong Science Background Strategic Planning Process Improvement Excellent Computer Skills

Professional Experience Tutor II Certified, Geosciences Department, Salt Lake Community College.

Tutor students in GIS, Geography, Geology, and Meteorology. Assist instructors with faculty responsibilities including grading assignments, reviewing

curriculum, and writing exams. Supervise the GIS Computer Lab by tracking use and caring for equipment. Generate interest in the geosciences by participating in outreach programs such as LIDAR

workshops, DACUM curriculum development workshops, and academic advisement workshops targeting current and future students.

Develop GIS datasets for geographic analysis using ESRI ArcGIS programs.

Training Manager, Jones Apparel Group Implement company training programs targeting sales associates and store management

teams. Develop instruction sets and course materials to improve and expand on company initiatives. Formulate and train on best practices across multiple facets of store operations. Conduct district and regional seminars on sales and motivational training.

References References and course outcomes available online at http://stevenlizotte.wordpress.com/

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