Melody Porter
Buffalo,SC
Summary
Computer-savvy GIS professional with technical expertise in equipment and databases. Knowledgeable about compiling, organizing and reporting on data for diverse applications. Demonstrated skill in integrated analyses and cartography. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
GIS Technician
City Of Union
01.2000 - Current
- Created effective maps, charts and other images based on project-specific requirements.
- Increased productivity, accuracy and efficiency while reducing delays and eliminating errors during data upload procedures.
- Leveraged skills in modeling, rendering and plotting to visually represent geospatial data.
- Integrated Geographic Information Systems analyses into other programs to address existing problems.
- Conferred with users to analyze, configure or troubleshoot applications.
- Worked with clients to meet specific technical specifications and solve operational concerns.
- Collected, compiled or integrated Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, or cartographic data for inclusion in map manuscripts.
- Managed GIS databases and modified parameters for different needs.
GIS Technician
Catawba Regional COG
08.1998 - 01.2000
- Created effective maps, charts and other images based on project-specific requirements.
- Increased productivity, accuracy and efficiency while reducing delays and eliminating errors during data upload procedures.
- Determined location and dimensions of objects.
- Leveraged skills in modeling, rendering and plotting to visually represent geospatial data.
- Collected, compiled or integrated Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, remote sensing or cartographic data for inclusion in map manuscripts.
- Used Geographic Information Systems technology and equipment to produce detailed maps.
Maintenance Computer Technician
Torrington Company
09.1988 - 08.1998
- Monitored and updated filing systems to meet organization standards.
- Maintained log books and spreadsheets documenting file data and storage receipts.
- Assisted with data entry and administrative support tasks to help meet team goals.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
Bank Teller
NCNB Bank Of South Carolina
03.1987 - 09.1988
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
- Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
- Built and strengthened customer relationships by leveraging excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Provided customer records, account statements and copies of checks.
- Answered telephone inquiries on checking and savings accounts, loans, and lines of credit.
- Reconciled cash drawer and resolved discrepancies.
- Counted and packaged currency and coins.
- Turned in excess cash to maintain drawer security.
Bank Teller
First Federal Bank Of Spartanburg
02.1986 - 03.1987
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
- Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
- Built and strengthened customer relationships by leveraging excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Answered telephone inquiries on checking and savings accounts, loans, and lines of credit.
- Reconciled cash drawer and resolved discrepancies.
- Counted and packaged currency and coins.
- Removed mutilated currency from circulation.
- Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
- Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
Education
Computer Training CADD/ArcInfo
SC Vocational Rehabilitation
Columbia, SC08.1998
Skills
- Map Production
- GIS Workflow
- Cartography and Graphic Design
- Digitizing Skills
- Database Compiling
- Modify Databases
- Improve Data Accessibility
- Prepare Graphs
- Application Optimization
Affiliations
SCARC- South Carolina Arc Users Group
GAA-SC - Geospatial Admins in South Carolina
Union County Tourism Board
Timeline
GIS Technician
City Of Union
01.2000 - Current
GIS Technician
Catawba Regional COG
08.1998 - 01.2000
Maintenance Computer Technician
Torrington Company
09.1988 - 08.1998
Bank Teller
NCNB Bank Of South Carolina
03.1987 - 09.1988
Bank Teller
First Federal Bank Of Spartanburg
02.1986 - 03.1987
Computer Training CADD/ArcInfo
SC Vocational Rehabilitation