Lora Koetsier

PO Box ****, Edmond, OK *****

Email: adldlf@r.postjobfree.com

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Objective:

Obtaining a position where my education, experience, and communication skills significantly contribute to a variety of projects.

Skills:

* Highly productive, excellent organization skills.

* Ability to conduct extensive research, translating complex information into easily understood text, concise and grammatically correct.

* Experienced with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.

* Strong communication skills, work well independently or with teams. Education:

Cameron University • 2800 W. Gore Blvd • Lawton, OK 73505 BSc. - Engineering Design Technology (Dec 18, 1992 – 3.15) MSc. – Master of Behavioral Science (Alternate Specialty - May 10, 2002 – 3.67) Experience:

Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) • 200 N.E. 21st St Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Transportation Specialist/Technical Writer (June 2015 to Present) Maintained data in Google Earth concerning traffic fatalities and prepared reports. Utilized Google Earth to set up database for speed zones. Supervised four employees coding crash reports for statewide database. Assisted with setting up dashboard for tracking fatalities. Assisted with coding and Crash Digest. Wrote research report concerning crosswalk for Federal Highway Administration. Developed system (spreadsheets and summaries) for tracking Pooled Fund Studies. Edited and rewrote research proposals. Utilized interdisciplinary research methods when creating narrative with appendices, communications chart, and power point presentation for potential Technology Transfer Program. Coordinated demonstration project and promotional materials for Oklahoma Transportation Research Day.

Researched and prepared 32-page field guide for laying tack coat. Researched, photographed, and wrote 26-page white paper recommending materials used for green bike lanes. Obtained materials from overseas for testing in materials lab. Appeared in Centerline Video to present research. Updated and expanded research manuals. Prepared description for Research Action Committee web page with the American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials. Assisted engineers with fulfilling requests from the Federal Highway Administration. Transportation Specialist (May 2008 to June 2015) Used Access to maintain inventory of ratings for State Highways, documenting the process as step-by-step instructions. Provided research for the Needs Study Report, assisting colleagues with writing skills. Prepared and revised the Needs Study and Sufficiency Rating Report published for State of Oklahoma. Adjunct Instructor (Aug 2007 to Aug 2016) For details, please see Page 3. Oklahoma Department of Transportation • 200 N.E. 21st St Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Computer Aided Drafting Design (CADD) Specialist (Dec 2006 to May 2008) Evaluated Right of Way (RW) plans, deeds, and plot plans for discrepancies (especially bearings), coordinating corrections with engineers. Prepared construction plans for condemnation, verifying legal descriptions. Used CADD software to log and track projects on electronic county maps. Updated and revised the Specifications Manual for Right of Way Division. Provided RW plans and deeds to internal personnel and the general public. Maintained filing system of all project files and plan sheets. Lora Koetsier

PO Box 6901, Edmond, OK 73013

Email: adldlf@r.postjobfree.com

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Quality Assurance/Configuration Management Specialist (March 2006 to Nov 2006) Techrizon • 111 SW C Ave • Lawton, OK 73501

Evaluated software products, verifying compliance with Configuration Management plans and procedures. Coordinated with software engineers for corrections. Used Microsoft Project to track projects. Used several databases when constructing Version Description Documents. Audited various documents for quality.

Technical Writer (June 2003 to Feb 2006)

Tecmasters, Inc. • 2800 W. Gore Blvd • North Shepler • Lawton, OK 73505 Composed concise, technically accurate storyboards for Interactive Media Instruction (IMI) by interviewing technical experts, examining schematics, selecting and condensing information from Army Regulations and Field Manuals as well as applying principles of format writing. Composed five modules for the M270A1 Fire Control System, ensuring accuracy of content and graphics by consulting the Interactive Electronic Technical Manual. Performed independent research when composing twelve lessons concerning combat operations and garrison activities, integrating background knowledge of psychology with Army Regulations and principles of Risk Management. Located graphics for database, using Utopia to upload text, graphics, and audio files. Designed test plans, narrated courseware, edited storyboards and audio files. Formulated student activities, designing practical exercises at Interactive Level III. Interim Accomplishments

*Published first book February 2004, based upon master’s thesis (160 pages) concerning intellectual history (2001 to 2002)

*Taught format writing (secondary level) for three semesters; wrote grants for private school, obtaining $120,000 (1999 to 2001)

*Provided home education for two children in all subjects, developed course of instruction, and maintained lesson plans (1996-1999)

Design Drafter (Sep 1994 to Dec 1995)

Boewe Passat • 2700 Commerce St • Wichita Falls, TX 76303 Consulted with salesmen and customers to determine existing floor plans, using MicroCadam to design various layouts of commercial laundry systems, subject to customer approval. Created technical illustrations using perspective drawing techniques. Interacted with shop personnel. Plotted A, B, C, and D size drawings, prepared logbooks, and maintained files of drawings. Technical Writer (Dec 1993 to March 1994)

Carter Wind Turbines • 1900 F.M. 369 South • Burkburnett, TX 76354 Interviewed engineering and maintenance personnel, writing first edition of Operation and Maintenance Manuals in compliance with ISO 9000. Illustrated manuals using AutoCAD for Windows and perspective drawing techniques. Established system for Service Bulletins. Drafter (Dec 1988 to Sep 1989)

SIEMENS Energy and Automation • 3800 Center Freeway • Wichita Falls, TX 76307 Used AutoCAD to design wiring diagrams and mechanical drawings for electrical components, including assembly drawings and a Bill of Materials for all items. Plotted A, B, C, and D size drawings. Consulted with workers on the floor.

Personnel Specialist (US Army Feb 1983 to Feb 1986) Established a SIDPERS system for newly activated unit, achieving a 100% processing rate for SIDPERS transactions. Issued meal cards and ration cards, administered requests for leave. Prepared personnel actions, including payroll, allotments, and Enlisted Evaluation Reports. Lora Koetsier

PO Box 6901, Edmond, OK 73013

Email: adldlf@r.postjobfree.com

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ITT Technical School 50 Penn Place, 1900 NW Expressway Suite 305 Oklahoma City, OK 73118-1802 405-***-****

Adjunct Instructor for Computer Design Drafting

Taught quarterly courses (including lecture and labs, coordinating field trips) for a variety of classes. Coordinated teams for assigned group projects. Received excellent reviews from chairman and students.

Coordinated relevant field trips for the following quarterly courses: Fall 2007 CD 240 Descriptive Geometry

Winter 2007 OFF

Spring 2008 CD 220 Materials & Processes

Summer 2008 CD 210 Engineering Graphics I

Fall 2008 CD 240 Descriptive Geometry

Winter 2008 OFF

Spring 2009 CD 240 Descriptive Geometry

Summer 2009 CD 220 Materials & Processes

Fall 2009 CD 331 Design Capstone - Project Management Winter 2009 OFF

Spring 2010 CD 331 Design Capstone - Project Management Summer 2010 CD 240 Descriptive Geometry

Fall 2010 CD 331 Design Capstone - Project Management Winter 2010 OFF

Spring 2011 CD 240 Descriptive Geometry

Summer 2011 CD 220 Materials & Processes

Fall 2011 CD 320 Basic Design I

Winter 2011 OFF

Spring 2012 CD 331 Design Capstone - Project Management Fall 2012 CD 331 Design Capstone - Project Management Winter 2012 CD 331 Design Capstone - Project Management Summer 2013 CD 220 Materials & Processes

Spring 2014 CD 220 Materials & Processes

Adjunct Instructor for General Education

Summer 2014 HU 2520 Communications I

Summer 2015 HU 2520 Communications I

Fall 2015 HU 4640 Ethics

Winter 2015 HU 4640 Ethics

Spring 2016 HU 4640 Ethics

Summer 2016 HU 4640 Ethics

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