GIS specialist with over 8 years of experience in spatial analysis, cartography, and geospatial application development. Expertise in environmental modeling, urban planning, and creating interactive web maps. Passionate about using geospatial technology to solve complex problems and communicate spatial information effectively.
Work Experience
Senior GIS Analyst
2020 - Present
Environmental Consulting Group, Vancouver, BC
Lead spatial analysis for environmental impact assessments and habitat conservation plans
Developed interactive web maps for public engagement using Mapbox and Leaflet
Created automated GIS workflows using Python and ArcPy to process large environmental datasets
Managed a team of 3 GIS technicians and coordinated project deliverables
GIS Specialist
2017 - 2020
Urban Planning Department, City of Portland, OR
Conducted spatial analysis for urban growth boundary assessments and land use planning
Created high-quality cartographic products for public meetings and city publications
Maintained and updated the city's GIS database of infrastructure and zoning information
Collaborated with multiple departments to integrate spatial data into decision-making processes
GIS Technician
2015 - 2017
Conservation Research Institute, Seattle, WA
Processed and analyzed remote sensing data for habitat classification
Conducted field data collection using GPS and mobile GIS applications
Created maps and spatial visualizations for research publications
Education
Master of Science in Geographic Information Science
2013 - 2015
University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Thesis: "Spatial Analysis of Urban Heat Islands and Green Infrastructure in Pacific Northwest Cities"
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
2009 - 2013
University of California, Berkeley, CA
Minor in Geographic Information Systems
Technical Skills
GIS Software
ArcGIS Pro
QGIS
ERDAS Imagine
Google Earth Engine
Programming
Python
R
JavaScript
SQL
Web Mapping
Leaflet
Mapbox GL
OpenLayers
ArcGIS Online
Analysis
Spatial Statistics
Remote Sensing
Network Analysis
Hydrologic Modeling
Certifications & Awards
GISP (Geographic Information Systems Professional)2018
Esri ArcGIS Desktop Professional Certification2016
Best Cartographic Design Award, NACIS Annual Conference2019