Israel Garza
1219 Cozy Creek Dr. Temple,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic team player eager to contribute to team success through leadership, hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of GIS data base management, emergency management and training in design and data management software.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
GIS Analyst
Lower Colorado River Authority
09.2021 - 04.2025
- Improved overall data quality through rigorous quality control measures and ongoing validation efforts.
- Designed visually compelling maps and graphics to effectively communicate complex geospatial concepts and findings.
- Contributed to centralized GIS portal and ArcGIS database, correctly inputting data on new easement areas and revising data on changing conditions.
GIS Analyst
City Of Belton
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Managing the City’s GIS Data Base
- Creating Thoroughfare Exhibits
- Data Collection
- Mapping for Zoning Cases and Plat Cases
- Updating Public Works Data Base
- Overall Asset Management
- Responsible for 911 addressing
Assistant Director of Public Works - Programs
City Of Belton
04.2020 - 12.2020
- Manage City's MS4 Permit and SWMP
- Development and Implementation of Policies, Processes, Projects and Priorities
- Developed Department SOP's
- Regulatory Monitoring and Reporting
- Oversee City's Building Maintenance Department and Fleet Department
- Prepared Annual Budget, Budget Requests, Projections and Monitors Budget Levels
- Coordinate and Manage Public Works GIS Data,
- SWPPP and SWMP Reviews
- Review Drainage Plans and ESC Plans
- Hire and Review each departmental employee's work performance and advised on ways to improve overall progress.
- Review ROW Permits and Coordinate with all Dry Utilities for Construction
- Maintain compliance with TPDES, The Clean Water Act and Texas Water Code
- Promote Public Environmental Awareness and Education
- Developed and Provide Water Quality Training for Department Personnel
- Developed and Provide Emergency Response Training to Department Personnel
- Assigns Work Activities and Monitors Work Flows
- Respond and Resolve Citizen Inquiries and Complaints
Project Manager - Environmental Services Division
City Of Killeen
03.2009 - 04.2020
- Managing MS4 Program,
- Public Education and Outreach
- Construction Site Inspections
- Construction Project Management for CIP's
- Drainage Construction Plan Reviews,
- Land Disturbance Permit Reviews
- SWPPP Reviews, SWMSP Review and MECA Reviews
- Water Quality Field Inspections
- Water Quality Testing and Training
- Develop and Present Annual Pollution Prevention Training for all City Employees,
- SWMP Development and Management for City Industrial Facilities
- Maintain Compliance with TPDES, The Clean Water Act and Texas Water Code
- Maintain Compliance with TCEQ Permits and Regulations,
- Maintain Drainage GIS Data, GPS Field Data Collection
- Hiring and Development of Personnel
- Division Manager for all listed Duties
Civil Design Draftsman
Pate Engineering Inc.
10.2003 - 11.2008
- Drafting and Designing of Civil Plans for Construction Projects,
- QA/QC Construction Plans, As-built Review and Approval
- Consulted with project managers, design consultants and sub-contractors to produce and alter drawings.
- Developed working sets of construction plans using AutoCad from hand sketches, verbal instructions and site visits.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Temple Jr. College
Temple, TX05.2009
Skills
- Experience in floodplain management
- Certified Construction Site Inspector Experience
- Experience in managing projects
- Water Quality Management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- AutoCad Architectural Drafting Certification
- Proficient in GIS software
- Detailed Documentation and Reports
- Ability to interpret Land Plans, Surveys, Deeds and Construction Plans
- Experienced with SQL Studio tools
- Data management and Data collection
- Experience using Trimble GPS Units
- Leadership and Management
- Budget Management
- MS Office
- Building professional relationships
- Program oversight
- Strong communication skills
- Data management
Timeline
GIS Analyst
Lower Colorado River Authority
09.2021 - 04.2025
GIS Analyst
City Of Belton
12.2020 - 07.2021
Assistant Director of Public Works - Programs
City Of Belton
04.2020 - 12.2020
Project Manager - Environmental Services Division
City Of Killeen
03.2009 - 04.2020
Civil Design Draftsman
Pate Engineering Inc.
10.2003 - 11.2008
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Temple Jr. College
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