E-Portfolio - Cover Letter
E-Portfolio - Cover Letter
E-Portfolio - Cover Letter
Miles
6350 Tappahannock Drive
Norfolk, Virginia 23509
Phone: (704) 550-6342
Email: SLenayMiles@gmail.com
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May 1, 2019
I am submitting this cover letter and resume, to highlight my skills and qualifications necessary
for your job posting.
I am currently employed as a Mitigation Specialist with the Office of the Public Defender. As a
Mitigation Specialist, I work with attorneys to promote rehabilitative, restorative and client-
centered outcomes in criminal cases; which includes presenting treatment alternatives to the court
in lieu of pretrial detention and incarceration. My position provides me the opportunity to work
and interact with individuals and groups from different ethnicities, races, ages, genders, religions,
socioeconomic statuses, educational backgrounds, sexual orientations and persons with
disabilities.
As a human service professional with 17 years of experience, I have the knowledge and skillset
to respond to the unique needs of a diverse population. I demonstrate attributes of
professionalism, empathy, objectivity, social awareness, commitment, flexibility and resiliency,
which enables me to execute my job duties efficiently.
I am confident that I have the experience to help your organization fulfill its mission and goals.
Thank you for your time and consideration, and I hope to hear from you soon regarding this
position.
Sincerely,
Shawntell L. Miles
Shawntell L. Miles