Professional Strengths
Genuine Passion for Leveraging Creative GIS Solutions Within a Collaborative Team Environment
Leadership – Collaborative Team Builder & Independent Critical Thinker
GIS Applications – ESRI Suite, Python, QGIS, OSM, GPS Collection
Project Management – Organized, Creative, Flexible & Always Self-Motivated
Microsoft Office Suite – Strong Skills in Written Communication and Technically Proficient in all Microsoft Suite Applications
Critical Thinking – Enjoys Problem Solving & Taking on New Challenges
Achievements
Clackamas Community College - Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technology Certification
AFSCME Union Local 2746 - Steward & President
National Incident Management System (NIMS) Certified - ICS 100, 700 & 800
Professional Experience
Clatsop County (Astoria, OR) 05/2021-present
GIS Technician
Database Management – Design, Create, Maintain and Distribute Geodatabases, Maps, Spatial Data Files and Documentation
Cartography – Produce Public-Facing Maps for County Employees, Managers, Commissioners and Stakeholders
Editing – Input & Update Spatial Data Files, such as Tax Lots, Roads, Soils, Streams, Land Use, Zoning and Planning Boundaries within a SDE Environment
Communication – Collaborate with Internal/External Stakeholders on a Daily Basis
Web Mapping – Create ArcGIS Online Web Applications, Including Story Maps, Dashboards, Web Experiences and Web Maps
SWCA Environmental Consultants (Portland, OR) 09/2020 - 05/2021
GIS Specialist
Database Management – Create a Workspace, Geodatabase, MXD, & Directory Structure
Editing – Create & Edit SDE Feature Classes by Digitizing Non-Spatial, Tabular Data, Including Legal Descriptions
Analysis – Capture, Digitize, Edit, Analyze & Report Spatial Data by Performing Raster Analysis
Collaboration – Collaborate with Project Stake Holders within a Remote Work Environment
Independent and Professional – Onboarded as a technical specialist during the Coronavirus pandemic, worked confidently and independently, requiring little training or supervision in the completion of assigned duties
Oregon Department of Forestry (Astoria and Salem, OR) 06/2016 - 09/2020
Information Systems Specialist / GIS Technician (Intern) / Forest Officer / Wildland Firefighter
Web Technologies – Create & Manage a Feature Service Ecosystem within ArcGIS Online
Mobile Data Collection – Create and Deploy AGOL Mobile Applications in the Field
Cartography – Create Production Level Map Products & Graphics for Public Use
Spatial Analysis – Complete Raster Analysis within ArcGIS Pro to Interpret Trends or Quality of Data
Python – Leverage Programming Language to Perform Complex Database Management Tasks
Public Land Survey System – Deploy Knowledge of the PLSS on a Daily Basis
Project Management – Collaborate with Agency Employees to Fulfill Their GIS Needs
Emergency Management – Wildland Fire Detection, Pre-Suppression Prevention, & Fire Suppression in a Leadership Capacity
Extensive Communication Skills – Proficient Communications with Internal Teams, External Stakeholders, Public & Fire Crews
Compound Maintenance – Overseeing Equipment Operation, Safety Procedures and Project Management
Leadership – Direct Emergency Crews & Resources in Emergency Capacities
Critical – Tactical Decision-Making Skills in High Stress Emergency Situations
Reporting & Documentation – Tabular Data Collection, Microsoft Office Suite, Flames, Fires, and Avenza
Organization – Conduct Safety Meetings, Fire Trainings & Implement Safe Work Practices
Team Member – Leadership, Followership & Mentoring Skills
Spork Restaurant (Bend, OR) 5/2010 - 02/2015
Assistant General Manager / Food Server / Bartender / Cook / Dishwasher
Customer Service – Customer Retention & Stakeholder Engagement
Managerial – Leadership Experience, Managing 20-30 Employees
Inventory Management – Cost Containment, Re-Supplying, & Food/Alcohol Ordering
Public Engagement – Promote Company Values and a Positive Culture for Employees & Customers
Multi-tasking – Fast Paced Work Environment in a Managerial Capacity
Improvisation – Solutions-based Mindset to Accomplish Dynamic Goals
Growth in an Organization – Hired as a Dishwasher and worked up to Assistant General Manager in <5 years