Experience 2005 – Present Advantage Consulting LLC. Chuluota, FL GIS Analyst – Custom GIS Mapping (part-time) Provide GIS analysis from field collected data. Create maps, figures for reports, and display boards for presentations. Import GPS data sets and build project files for geospatial data library. Digitize linework using ArcGIS, Autocad, and Microstation. Research property records, parcel maps, and legal descriptions. Maintain GIS Library, including aerial imagery and spatial GIS data layers. Coordinate with prime and sub-consultants. Provide GPS data collection for field wetland surveys, T&E surveys, habitat mapping, monitoring, and seagrass surveys. 1999 – April, 2009 EMS Scientists, Engineers, Planners a division of Greenhorne & O’Mara Consulting Engineers Altamonte Springs, FL GIS Coordinator / Senior Environmental GIS Specialist Planning and coordinating the completion of all mapping projects requested by the environmental and engineering team. Create all graphics and maps from proposal stage to final design output. QA/QC maps in all stages of design. Provide GIS support, establish design/cartographic standards and practices, develop and manage digital geospatial data library for all satellite offices. Communicate GIS/graphics information to non-GIS staff and interact cooperatively with colleagues in order to develop project requirements and identify client needs. Produce high-end graphical maps and tabular data sets using ESRI’s suite of software including; ArcMap, ArcGIS, ArcCatalog, ArcView, ArcEditor, ArcToolbox and ArcPad. Effectively integrate computer hardware, software, and data, to store, manipulate, display and analyze layers of information to facilitate better decision making, dynamic visualization and analysis of spatial relations. Import/export, convert and edit data sets from sub/prime consultants using ArcGIS, Microstation and AutoCad. Create GIS base files to facilitate the requirements need for quick turn-around projects. Prepare GPS (Trimble GeoXT and Garmin handheld units) equipment for field use by installing aerial imagery and shape files to be used for data collection and navigation. Responsible for data collection from various sources including, USGS, LABINS, FGDL, Water Management Districts, Property Appraisers, FDOT, FNAI, DEP, and FFWCC. Coordinate with marketing team to produce high-end graphics required for displays and create large format display boards using HP plotter and other peripherals. Responsible for maintenance and troubleshooting of all plotting/printing equipment, ordering and purchasing equipment, software and hardware. Provide field support and GPS survey data collection for projects including Gopher Tortoise Surveys, Traffic Noise Studies, Seagrass Surveys (certified SCUBA diver and experienced boat driver), habitat analysis, E&T Surveys, and wetland impacts. Responsible for data collection and map production required for a wide variety of design projects and proposals including; Mitigation Banks, Parcel Maps and Legal Descriptions, Land Use, Soils, Permitting, Land Development, Highway Expansion, Contamination, Wetland Inventories and Impact Assessments, Wetland Delineation, Noise Studies, Archaeological and Historic Surveys, Environmental Assessment, Conservation Easements, Enhancement and Restoration, Threatened / Endangered / Listed Species Surveys, Mitigation Banks, and Habitat Mapping. 1995 – 1999 Jacobs Engineering / Sverdrup Facilities Inc. Orlando, FL Plumbing Designer / Mechanical Department CADD Lead Coordinator for Microstation and AutoCAD design standards. Create, edit and QA/QC all Plumbing/HVAC design sheets. Coordinate with Multi-disciplinary Design Team including; Architects, Engineers, and Planners. Participate in site surveys to document existing conditions. Graphically portray information collected from site surveys. Projects include Publix Markets, WDW, and Orange County. Associate Member of the American Society of Plumbing Engineers. President of SPARO (Sverdrup/Parcels Athletic & Recreational Organization). Professional Skills • Able to produce presentation quality maps and graphics without supervision • Dependable; willing to do what it takes to meet deadlines • Versatile; I move easily from one task to another and can handle multiple projects at the same time • Communication; able to communicate technical information to scientists, engineers, and non-technical staff • Troubleshooting and Problem Solving; able to use my knowledge of multiple software packages and experience working closely with IT personnel to solve technical issues with software and hardware • Strong understanding of GIS concepts and geospatial data • Teamwork; I believe in helping other team members by sharing information teaching technical skills • Honest and Friendly; able to establish good working relationships with others to insure a cohesive work environment Technical Skills/Software • ESRI: Over 9 years using Arcview 3x, ArcGIS, Arcpad, ArcCatalog, ArcMap, Arctoolbox, ArcInfo • GPS: Trimble GPS and related software (GPS Pathfinder Office, ArcPad) Garmin GPS, Mapsource and DNR Garmin • CADD: Over 13 years using Microstation & Autocad Map • Maplogic layout manager and mapbook software for ArcGIS • Delorme Street Atlas map creator • Adobe PDF and related Photoshop software • Microsoft Office suite of software: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher Technical Training ESRI Arcview (2000-2009), ArcGIS (2004-2009) Microstation / AutoCAD software update courses from 1995 thru 2008. Trimble GPS formalized training (2000 & 2008 GeoXT update) Valencia Community College, Center for High-Tech Training – Computer Aided Drafting and Design (1995). Valencia Community College, Construction Technology (1999) Affiliations North American Cartographic Information Society (NACIS) Florida Users Group (FLUG) Microstation Community Urban and Regional Information Systems Association (URISA) American Association of Geographers (AAG) References available upon request. Contact: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it