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Samaritan's PurseGIS Systems Manager
Oct. 2019Boone, NCGIS Systems Manager supporting all Ministries within Samaritan's Purse in our pursuit of becoming a more proactive organization. My focus is on the utilization of GIS tools and techniques to support decision-makers at critical decision points as they endeavor to serve the world with hope and healing. This includes:
* Building a responsive private cloud geospatial infrastructure solution that meets the needs of USA and foreign staff
* Help guide staff in increasing their geospatial skillsets so that we can react quicker, work smarter, and deliver excellent solutions
* Guide the implementation of custom geospatial solutions to meet specific ministry goals
* Influence the organization to embrace geospatial tools as a necessary part of our decision-making process
* Management and upkeep of geospatial datasets used throughout the organization. This includes coordinating the data acquisition from our donor database team and automating the refresh of the data through Python scripts
Thurston County GovernmentGIS Analyst III
Dec. 2018 - Oct. 2019Olympia, WASenior Analyst lead for web and mobile application deployment for the County * Maintained Esri ArcGIS Online and Portal
* Developed and delivered Geocortex HTML5 solutions for internal customers
* Backup for SDE SQL Server database administration
* Backup for VueWorks Enterprise Asset Management solution
Apex SystemsGIS Analyst
Feb. 2018 - Aug. 2018Bellevue, WA(Contracted to work with Microsoft)
Senior analyst tasked with investigating metrics and performing spatial analytics between world-wide base data releases in preparation for data ingestion into Bing Maps. * Contributed to a 25% increase in efficiency in analysis and reporting of major market data regression between releases of Bing Maps.
* Designed and developed a combination T-SQL/Excel tool that sped the analysis of data entities that required more thorough investigation.
* Developed SQL queries to investigate data errors. Also ran and modified queries to export Bing Maps model data to tables that could be visualized in GIS.
* Using ArcGIS or QGIS, performed spatial analysis on large data-sets to answer questions regarding data quality.
* Informally assisted in the on-boarding of new hires to the analytics team and helped with orienting them to the general data pipeline and basic information regarding the functioning of the overall team
Port of SeattleGIS Software Engineer
Jul. 2015 - Feb. 2018Seattle, WashingtonDeveloped and delivered web and mobile geospatial applications that were used enterprise wide to increase data access and efficiencies in the organization. * Designed and developed a Geocortex based web application that made airline traffic data at SeaTac airport more accessible and easier to understand for airport operations staff.
* Built a geospatial application utilizing Geoserver, an open source backend, that saved the Port 80% of the licensing costs while delivering a dynamic user experience.
* Engaged multiple stakeholders throughout the organization to deliver an under budget, full featured storm-water data viewer that streamlined access to multimedia files regarding the utility network.
* Wrote python code that automated data updates into backend SQL tables, creating data that was critical for presentation layers in the Seaport Storm-water application.
City of BellevueSenior GIS Analyst
Dec. 2006 - Jul. 2015United StatesTeam lead in development of mobile GIS applications. Extensive work in developing analysis tools and techniques for solving key business problems. Very strong cartographic sense and ability to create useful and stunning map graphics. * Architect of three strategically aligned mobile solutions using a combination of a SaaS platform (ArcGIS Online), REST services (ArcGIS Server) and a SQL back-end that increased data integrity, staff productivity, and service to customers.
* Applied analysis skills to build a reproducible and innovative model for determining the prioritization of pedestrian and bicycle improvements throughout the City.
* Utilized Excel to produce more easily digestible data reports that summarized geospatial analysis results for the pedestrian and bicycle plan.
* Managed database information in enterprise systems (mainly SQL Server) including the use of triggers to automate processes for the invasive species mobile application.
* Partnered with vendors and across internal IT teams to add custom functionality and troubleshoot issues to deliver a street sign data collection solution that included pushing data into an asset management system.
* Designed an ETL process that transformed linear data from the pedestrian bicycle plan into a more coherent data-set that was used in presentation graphics.
* Developed and implemented an ArcPad application on a high accuracy Trimble GPS device so that internal staff could easily collect accurate City sign locations and attributes.
City of Lincoln CityGIS Coordinator
Mar. 2005 - Nov. 2006Leader of GIS program, coordinating the delivery of geospatial tools and processes that added value and benefits enterprise-wide. * Drove GIS data collection efforts and tool creation that yielded significant ROI gains, increasing customer service and satisfaction.
* Managed staff member by mentoring and coaching to improve production and effectiveness.
* Instituted internal GIS data standards regarding archiving, metadata, and data custodianship that made succession to new staff seamless.
INDUS CorporationGIS Specialist
Sep. 2003 - Mar. 2005Newport, ORFacilitated PhD scientist research in regards to the collection of database information for the West Coast estuary classification study. * Acquired, organized, and analyzed data for the West Coast estuary classification study and implemented data into an MS-Access database.
* Utilized SQL to manipulate data in the specialized MS-Access West Coast estuary database.
* Analyzed and visualized geospatial data using ArcGIS tools and processes.
Spokane CountyGIS Intern
Sep. 2001 - Aug. 2003Spokane, WASupported the work of a full-time GIS Analyst, delivering maps and analysis to internal and external County clients * Developed an AML script that helped with the digitizing of County structures
* Exceeded at delivering hard-copy map products and spatial data analysis results
* Utilized UNIX environment in daily work tasks
Washington State Department of Natural ResourcesGIS Summer Intern
Jun. 2001 - Aug. 2001Olympia, WASupported the GIS group's efforts to launch the newest and best versions of the Transportation and Hydrography layers for the State of Washington * Utilizing Arc/Info, teamed with group to do QA/QC work on the TRANS and HYDRO layers maintained by DNR
* Wrote AML that automated the checking of various data features to streamline the QA/AC work
Washington State UniversityResearch/Lab Assistant (GIS and Simulation Lab)
Sep. 2000 - May. 2001Spokane, Washington AreaOversaw computer lab and facilitated research by PhD Director in community based projects. * Maintained computer lab, including hardware updates and software installations.
* Advised students in use of software in the lab, making it easier for them to utilize the power of GIS tools at their disposal
* Organized and documented enterprise spatial data collection.
* Assisted professor in introductory Esri based GIS class.
Washington State Department of Natural ResourcesGIS Summer Intern
Jul. 2000 - Aug. 2000Olympia, WAWorked with team on delivering the best spatial data for the Department * Delivered hard-copy maps to internal customers
* Developed analysis results and reports for internal customers
* Staffed the help desk, answering GIS software questions for internal staff throughout the State
Pacific CountyGIS Techician
Mar. 1997 - Aug. 1999South Bend, WAImplemented new geospatial data program at County and began process of data development and documentation. * Developed and maintained data-sets using a combination of AutoCAD and Arc/Info.
* Produced hard-copy maps and graphics that facilitated decisions within the County
* Advised County Assessor in the choice of new digital assessment system
City of HoquiamMapping Technician
Feb. 1995 - Mar. 1997Hoquiam, WAPromoted and premiered the GIS implemetation at the City while also providing support for engineering drawing tasks *Coordinated acquisition of storm-water and waste-water spatial features
*Constructed parcel base map for City in cooperation with local survey firm
*Began design of a grave-site locator application for the local cemetary by digitizing the needed spatial data
*Used both AutoCAD and ArcCAD in design and planning projects
SAICGraphics / Mapping Technician
Dec. 1993 - Jun. 1995Olympia WA*Created graphics and exhibits as needed for scientists and engineers
*Helped to organize software licensing/maintenance in division
*Organized library
Economic and Engineering Services, IncSenior AutoCAD Technician
Jun. 1989 - Sep. 1992Olympia, WA*Supervised 3 AutoCAD technicians
*Using AutoCAD, digitized 7.5' USGS Quads to be used for Water and Stormwater management plans
*Developed Plan and Profile drawings using AutoCAD
*Wrote an AutoLISP routine that streamlined the digitization of mapbook pages from the Jefferson County Assessor's parcel books.
*Created maps and graphics as needed
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