Jessie Larsen
Logan,UT
Summary
Results-driven professional with 10 years of experience in Geographic Information Sciences. I am skilled in geospatial analysis and working in a team environment. With a Master's Certificate in GIS, I am seeking to leverage my skills and experience to contribute to your team in GIS Analyses.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Assistant
Utah State University
10.2021 - Current
- Managed bi-monthly payroll preparation, posted job announcements, and facilitated onboarding paperwork for new hires.
- Conducted in-person training sessions for new hires on University purchasing platforms, receipt submission, p-card policies, and travel procedures.
- Assisted in coordinating travel arrangements for department personnel.
- Reviewed and processed departmental transactions, addressing purchasing inquiries promptly.
- Resolved transactional, pay discrepancy, and travel-related issues efficiently.
- Provided comprehensive support to departmental business managers and fulfilled additional job-related tasks as needed.
- Facilitated strong working relationships among staff members by fostering open lines of communication across departments.
Crew Foreman
U.S. Forest Service
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Supervised field employees in timber sale preparation activities.
- Checked timber stands to assess sales volume and potential quality and marked timber for harvesting.
- Collected data on tree growth, disease, and other factors to inform long-term forest management strategies.
- Utilized a handheld Trimble GPS unit to accurately record timber sale boundaries.
- Generated maps using ArcMap for field crews' reference and guidance.
- Facilitated cross-training opportunities among crew members to create a versatile workforce capable of handling various tasks.
- Employed Survey 123 on handheld tablets to record tree measurements efficiently.
- Contributed to departmental meetings, actively engaging in discussions on weekly projects, deadlines, and objectives.
- Conducted onboarding procedures and developed performance appraisals for new team members.
- Collaborated with Forest Service representatives in organizing a region-wide hiring event to recruit summer seasonal workers.
- Oversaw fleet maintenance tasks as necessary.
- Conducted monthly audits on paint inventory and submitted detailed reports to supervisor.
Research/GIS Technician
Utah State University
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Assisted research associates in gathering field data across diverse locations in Utah, encompassing fish population counts, water samples, and vegetation specimens.
- Navigated to remote areas of Utah to collect biological samples, navigating challenging terrain with scientific equipment.
- Processed collected samples in a laboratory environment and documented findings using Microsoft Excel.
- Provided guidance to colleagues on fundamental laboratory and field methodologies.
- Utilized lidar imagery to identify natural disturbances within national forests.
- Produced detailed area maps of disturbances through the interpretation and comparison of satellite imagery.
- Oriented new team members on daily tasks and project objectives.
- Managed the procurement of satellite imagery from the U.S. Geological Survey for future project use.
- Collaborated with graduate students to identify geographic features using ArcGIS such as roads, farmland, water developments, and mines, contributing to the identification of sage grouse habitat.
Education
M.D. - Geographic Information Science
Utah State University
Logan, Utah08.2024
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies -
Utah State University
Logan, Utah12.2013
Skills
- Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS Suite
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook
- Able to manage numerous projects simultaneously
- Experience with Python programming
- GIS Analysis
- Field data processing
- Efficient verbal and written communication
- Adaptability and willing to learn new skills
Hobbies and Interests
- Backpacking
- Rock Climbing
- Watercolor
- Silversmithing
Timeline
Business Assistant
Utah State University
10.2021 - Current
Crew Foreman
U.S. Forest Service
01.2014 - 01.2019
Research/GIS Technician
Utah State University
01.2008 - 01.2014
M.D. - Geographic Information Science
Utah State University
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies -
Utah State University