ESRI
John Kuhn
Mont Belvieu,TX
Summary
Experienced leader with a proven track record in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Demonstrates expertise in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Recognized for a collaborative approach and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Meteorologist
National Weather Service
11.2000 - 12.2024
- Lead of multiple teams to develop/improve marine and tropical products and services.
- Developed project plans (ex. 5-year plan on beach hazard service improvements).
- Four years experience using ESRI GIS software to create visually engaging representations of data for diverse audiences.
- Developed outreach material of weather hazards to promote safety.
- Contributed to the development of innovative forecasting models through extensive collaboration with fellow scientists and researchers.
- Promoted transparency information by maintaining open channels of dialogue with national media outlets during high-impact events.
Meteorologist
National Weather Service
06.1990 - 10.2000
- Analyzed and interpreted meteorological data collected by surface and upper-air stations, satellites and radar to develop short and long forecasts for a diverse audience.
- Increased public safety by issuing accurate and timely warnings for extreme weather conditions.
- Collaborated with emergency management teams to provide timely updates on severe weather events, minimizing potential risks.
- Conducted thorough research on atmospheric phenomena to contribute to the advancement of meteorology knowledge.
- Improved weather forecasting accuracy by utilizing advanced meteorological tools and data analysis techniques.
- Enhanced community outreach efforts through educational presentations and workshops, promoting awareness of meteorology concepts.
Weather Forecaster
United States Air Force
06.1986 - 05.1990
- Analyze weather conditions, prepare forecasts, issue weather warnings and brief weather information to pilots.
- Observe, record and transmit weather observations.
- Read and interpret weather satellite imagery, climatology reports, computerized weather prediction models and weather radar imagery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Meteorology
SUNY College At Oswego
Oswego, NY05-1985
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Technical writing
- Data interpretation
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Multitasking
- Time management
- Critical thinking
Certification
- GIS and Geospatial Technology certificate - University of California Los Angeles
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Department of Commerce silver medal for innovated changes to the National Weather Service Hurricane Local Statement.
- Department of Commerce bronze model for implementation of Probabilistic Rip Current Model into National Weather Service operations.
- Regional Issac Cline award winner for developed of GIS dashboard of surf zone fatalities.
Software
Microsoft Suite
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Meteorologist
National Weather Service
11.2000 - 12.2024
Meteorologist
National Weather Service
06.1990 - 10.2000
Weather Forecaster
United States Air Force
06.1986 - 05.1990
- GIS and Geospatial Technology certificate - University of California Los Angeles
Bachelor of Science - Meteorology
SUNY College At Oswego
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