Virginia

Virginia

GIS Specialist

Preferred Location

Remote / Colorado Springs area

Experienced GIS Specialist and Project Manager with strong background in geospatial analysis, data management, and automation. Proven ability to develop and implement GIS solutions, optimize workflows, and manage projects across various industries. Proficient in Esri ArcGIS Suite, Python, SQL, and related technologies.

Skills

Professional Experience

  • Contributed to architecting the core JSON schema and elicited complex conditional logic for a new client onboarding tool
  • Developed a GIS-powered logistical routing tool (ArcGIS Pro/AWS QuickSight), optimizing hub selection for cross-border imports
  • Implemented SOPs, workflow guides, and how-to documents to enhance operational consistency
  • Automated workflows (monthly invoicing, AWS usage reporting), optimized AWS cloud resource audits
  • Designed a gamified task management system for autistic employees in a work environment
  • Managed GIS/SIS data for power infrastructure projects, optimizing sensor placement and ensuring environmental compliance
  • Contributed to architecting core JSON schema and elicited complex conditional logic for client onboarding tool
  • Developed GIS-powered logistical routing tool using ArcGIS Pro/AWS QuickSight for cross-border imports
  • Implemented SOPs, workflow guides, and documentation to enhance operational consistency
  • Automated workflows including monthly invoicing and AWS usage reporting
  • Designed gamified task management system for autistic employees with ADA-compliant features
  • Managed GIS/SIS data for power infrastructure projects and sensor placement optimization
  • Managed SDE databases using ArcGIS 10.X, automated updates to ensure data integrity
  • Created SOPs for dataset QA/QC, reducing manual QC efforts by approximately 87% with Python script
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define and implement GIS strategies
  • Automated mapping workflows with Python and ModelBuilder, creating presentation-ready maps
  • Integrated FEMA and NOAA datasets for flood hazard simulations to aid infrastructure planning
  • Managed SDE databases using ArcGIS 10.X and automated updates for data integrity
  • Created SOPs for dataset QA/QC, reducing manual QC efforts by 87% with Python scripts
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate AutoCAD with ArcGIS workflows
  • Automated mapping workflows with Python and ModelBuilder for presentation-ready maps
  • Integrated FEMA and NOAA datasets for flood hazard simulations and infrastructure planning
  • Supported utility-scale renewable energy projects with GIS analysis for site assessments
  • Integrated HEC-RAS and NOAA models for flood hazard prediction and urban planning
  • Led machine learning-based land cover classification projects
  • Delivered drainage area mapping and wastewater assessments for infrastructure planning
  • Performed GIS analysis and updated stormwater utility network in ArcGIS
  • Automated work order processing using SQL, Python, and Excel VBA, reducing time by 62.5%
  • Audited contractor expenditures and streamlined invoice approval processes
  • Developed ArcGIS Arcade expressions for automated data validation

Industry Professional Certifications

Education

  • GIS Analyst Certificate
    Houston Community College
    2020
  • Permafrost Summer Field School Certificate
    University Centre in Svalbard
    2017
  • Permafrost Summer Field School
    University Centre in Svalbard
    2017