Terry Bearb
Madison Utilities
Madison,AL
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience
U.S. Navy veteran of 7 years and accomplished GIS Coordinator with 9 years of professional experience seeking employment as a Geographic Information Systems Analyst at Parsons. As a geospatial professional, I am passionate about enhancing operational workflows and driving productivity and efficiency while providing effective location intelligence solutions and analysis in Desktop, Online, Mobile, and Enterprise GIS.
Work History
GIS Coordinator
5 Years- Developed and maintained enterprise GIS databases and ArcGIS for Portal content to support utility mapping and analysis.
- Managed GIS projects such as the municipality's Automated Meter Reading / Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMR / AMI) installation from inception to completion, ensuring successful outcomes and adherence to deadlines.
- Developed over 100 custom GIS applications that addressed specific organizational needs, improving overall productivity.
- Streamlined GIS workflows for increased efficiency, automating repetitive tasks and processes through scripting and database triggers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate GIS solutions into operational workflows and Trimble Unity (Cityworks) asset management software.
- Trained staff on GIS software usage, enhancing team capacity in data management.
GIS Solutions Engineer
3 Years 2 Months- Developed customized solutions to enhance client operations and streamline workflow processes.
- Delivered comprehensive technical support for ESRI software (ArcGIS Desktop & ArcGIS Server), 3-GIS software, and RDBMS issues to customers, ensuring prompt resolution of issues and increased client satisfaction levels.
- Administered and maintained enterprise level GIS production applications being utilized by user groups ranging from 5 to 500.
- Held responsible for administration and support of thin client products - assisting with system / architecture upgrades, developing QAQC workflows, and documenting processes.
GIS Technician
4 Months- Assisted in creating user-friendly Utility and Community Services web mapping applications and story maps.
- Conducted aerial imagery analysis and enhanced existing building footprint digitizing.
- Tested out methodologies pertaining to 3-dimensional model creation (SketchUp) and multi-patch feature class creation.
GIS / GPS Intern
7 Months- Conducted GPS data collection and processing on Trimble GeoXH 6000 series.
- Generated WKU campus basemaps via building footprint digitizing and georeferencing as well as converting GIS features from AutoCAD to ArcMap.
- Tested out methodologies for a user-friendly WKU campus routing web application by creating interior mappings of campus buildings.
Messaging Analyst (Information Systems Technician)
3 Years 1 Month- Led the messaging center shift, delivering Special Compartmented Information message traffic for the Secretary of Defense and multiple agencies in the National Capital Region.
- Developed strategic reports to support mission objectives and resource allocation.
- Mentored junior sailors on data analysis techniques and practices.
- Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
Telecommunications Technician
3 Years 7 Months- Served as the Technical Control Facility Chief of the Watch in charge of five sailors providing C4I services in support of two Fleet Commanders, 75 afloat units, 31 Ground Mobile Forces and shore units in the EUCOM/AFRICOM/CENTOM areas of responsibility.
- Conducted troubleshooting for network issues and restored services in critical situations, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance communication infrastructure across naval operations.
- Trained junior sailors on proper troubleshooting procedures and helped enhance detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Education
Master of Science - Geographic Information Systems Technology
Bachelor of Science - Geographic Information Science And Cartography
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Skills
GIS software proficiency: ArcGIS Pro
ArcGIS Server
ArcGIS Online
ArcGIS Enterprise
ArcGIS Field Maps
Survey123
Programming: ArcGIS Arcade
Python
SQL
GIS analysis and data integration
Map and web-application production
Geodatabase administration
Time management
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Certification
- Geographic Information Systems Professional, GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) - 2025
Timeline
GIS Coordinator
Madison Utilities
08.2021 - CurrentRead More
GIS Solutions Engineer
3-GIS
06.2018 - 08.2021Read More
GIS Technician
James R. Adams & Associates
02.2018 - 06.2018Read More
GIS / GPS Intern
Western Kentucky University
10.2017 - 05.2018Read More
Messaging Analyst (Information Systems Technician)
U.S. Navy
04.2013 - 05.2016Read More
Telecommunications Technician
U.S. Navy
08.2009 - 03.2013Read More
University of Arizona
Master of Science from Geographic Information Systems Technology
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Western Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science from Geographic Information Science And Cartography
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University of Maryland Global Campus
Associate of Arts from General Studies
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