Deep knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of geography allowing successful integration and application of a full range of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) solutions
In-depth knowledge of automating complex GIS tasks through programming
Experience providing customers with both paper and web GIS information
Exceptional knowledge of integrating GIS into enterprise environments
Knowledge of the principles and practice of securing sensitive information
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
GIS
Geographic Information System
Colorado Springs, CO
01.2024 - 01.2025
Spatial Front Incorporated (SFI) in support of USAID DIS, Recreated complex ArcGIS Pro maps to match existing services to then update and republish for both more responsive maps and added functionality
Assisted with the re-publication of complex GIS Services to self-hosted ArcGIS Portal site
Developed Processes and Scripts to Extract, Transform, & Load (ETL) updated GIS geometries provided in Shapefile to Feature Classes while preserving attribute data and ensuring that only the geometry of the records was altered
Assisted Front End developers with use of ArcGIS Server GIS Rest Services.
Developer
GIS
Colorado Springs, CO
10.2023 - 01.2024
Spatial Front Incorporated (SFI) in support of USDA Farm Production and Conservation Business Center, Programmatically combined shapefiles from ~3200 zip files into a single Geodatabase (SDE) Feature Class
Added function to display existing attribute values in JavaScript application.
Developer
GIS
Colorado Springs, CO
10.2022 - 10.2023
SFI) in support of USDA/Forrest Service, Developed processes and Python Tools to convert approximately four thousand ArcGIS Server services from the ArcGIS Desktop runtime to the ArcGIS Pro runtime keeping existing settings and functions through the conversion
This included converting ArcGIS Desktop resources to ArcGIS Pro projects and republishing the new resources to ArcGIS Server 11
Provided detailed status of service conversion process and problems with existing services and service resources
Assisted publishers in understanding the new work flows required to publish services using ArcGIS Pro.
Developer & Release Manager
GIS
Colorado Springs, CO
12.2021 - 10.2022
Spatial Front Incorporated (SFI) in support of USDA Farm Production and Conservation Business, Managed Agile Development release process from Development to Test to Client System
Created GeoProcessing Service to convert and display JSON spatial data as ArcGIS Server map layer
Reconfigured ArcGIS Server GeoProcessing Tool (python based) to use web feature layers instead of ArcSDE connection to remove dependency on direct database connections
Refactored ArcGIS custom GeoProcessing tools (28x python files and seven tools) to run in both ArcGIS Desktop (Python 2.x) and ArcGIS Pro (Python 3.x).
Administrator
GIS
04.2019 - 12.2021
Civil Engineer
Pacific
Colorado, CO
Architects and Engineers (PAE) in support of USAF 10, Achieved greater than 99% reconciliation of Real Property records in the GIS
Provided Subject Matter Expertise on all aspects of the Spatial Data Standard for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment (SDSFIE) data model
Supervised incorporation of outside data (procurement, review, accepting, and loading) into the GIS program
Created Quality Control / Quality Assurance tools and procedures to reduce data errors
Completed Transition to USAF/ AFCEC GIO hosted the AFGIMS system
Administered ArcSDE on Oracle (account provisioning, version control, table permissions)
Coordinated with AFCEC Geospatial Information Office (GIO)
Assisted various users (scientists, engineers, designers, and planners) with GIS data, maps, applications, and processes
Expanded the use of GIS desktop applications throughout the Civil Engineer squadron and empower lay users to view and use GIS data for their business needs
Managed Esri and AutoCAD floating license managers
Created ArcPad workflow for verifying GIS Data on Trimble Geo7 handheld devices
Represented the US Air Force Academy to the US Air Force IGI&S program.
Developer
GIS
03.2019 - 04.2019
Civil Engineer, GIS Developer
Pacific Architects and Engineers
, CO
10.2014 - 02.2019
PAE) in support of USAF 10, Squadron
Colorado Springs, CO
Corrected GIS data (geometry and attributes) for transition to USAF/ AFCEC GIO hosted AFGIMS system
Refined and adapted tools to populate various required GIS attributes based on the geometry and location of individual features to comply with the new AFGIMS requirements
KIRA Facilities Maintenance and Construction in support of USAF 10 Civil Engineer Squadron
Colorado Springs, Created a database and user front end to track CAD design and As-Built reviews
Streamlined existing GIS tools and applications to improve user efficiency
Created various tools to catalog and compare all GIS features with Real Property records, based on the Real Property Unique Identifier, to ensure that the GIS represents every facility recorded in the authoritative database to comply with the Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) requirement
Developed scripts, programs, and routines to automate data import and export processes for delivery to customers and to mass load data from external sources
Created automated Arcpy/Python processes to populate GIS attributes based on the geometry and location of individual features to ensure data quality and speed data entry
Documented workflows
Created a workflow (Python scripts, GIS Templates, and business rules) to import AutoCAD drawings into existing SDSFIE data tables
Created maps for the US Air Force Academy’s Installation Development Plan in support of Community Planning.
Developer
GIS
10.2011 - 10.2014
Civil Engineer Squadron
CH2M Hill Academy Services, LLC
Colorado Springs, CO
Converted USAFA GeoBase Web Applications from ArcIMS to ArcGIS Server Flex
Programmatically reorganized and renamed approximately 20,000 raster As-Built drawings using Python, PowerShell and DOS tools
Created a new web tool for users to geographically submit feedback and automated tools to alert the GIS staff of that feedback
Developed web applications to serve the needs of users, including the Base Safety office, the Emergency Operations Center, Engineering, and Planning
Converted existing Confined Spaces tool from the depreciated .NET Application Programming Interface (API) to JavaScript to save the customer outside development costs.
Systems Engineer
GIS, City of Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, VA
07.2009 - 08.2011
Designed and deployed a secure, multi-tiered, multi-system, GIS Web Infrastructure to support about 7,000 internal users and approximately 500,000 external citizens
Administered and maintained a wide variety of server-based enterprise Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) systems and applications
Designed, deployed, and maintained server-based GIS applications based on ArcGIS Server, Oracle Application Server, Self-Hosted Pictometry Online, and Microsoft SharePoint
Supported and Maintained existing MapGuide 6.5 systems to support legacy web GIS and mapping websites and applications
Operated server based floating license management for multiple geospatial software packages
Monitored and proactively resolved problems with various enterprise systems (both GIS and non-GIS)
Provided enterprise support for all city departmental GIS needs
Provided integration solution for city’s GIS utilities data with the work order management system (Hansen/Infor)
Data Analyst
GIS, City of Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, VA
11.2007 - 06.2009
Established a position to coordinate the activities of the central GIS group and departmental GIS Users
Maintained and updated departmental GIS workflows and applications to incorporate new data and capabilities
Incorporated disparate departmental GIS data, needs, and capabilities into the larger enterprise GIS
Developed and deployed processes and tools incorporating departmental GIS data and workflows into a decentralized GIS enterprise
Coordinated, designed, and created the city’s Comprehensive Plan Technical Report and Policy Document’s maps
Created multiple spatial Extract, Transform, and Load operations to support various ongoing data needs using both Python and Safe FME
Piloted a new web GIS infrastructure using ESRI's ArcGIS Server
Developed GIS standards to support community development GIS needs.
Field Technician
GIS, Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, JMT
Virginia Beach, VA
07.2007 - 11.2007
Verified approximately 60,000 address data points for the City of Virginia Beach for location and attribute data
Performed additional quality control checks for various difficult or unusual situations
Trained one other employee in the operation of the GIS software and the interpretation of aerial photography.
Specialist
GIS, ArboPro USA
Virginia Beach, VA
01.2006 - 05.2007
Created inventory zones for Global Positioning System (GPS) base tree inventory teams in various US cities
Post-processed GPS data prior to customer delivery to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and quality
Consolidated multiple, distinct datasets into single deliverable single-user Geodatabases (SDSFIE format)
Provided remote, on-call, database, and GIS support for various company projects.
Specialist/Database Supervisor
GIS
New Orleans, LA
11.2005 - 01.2006
Developed and maintained GIS capability for debris clean-up effort following Hurricane Katrina
Created a relational GIS connecting the MS-SQL database of debris receipts and distinct spatial data
Digitized and refined waste clean-up routes for post Katrina New Orleans
Used desktop GIS to analyze and guide the debris clean-up effort
Managed data entry and Quality Assurance / Quality Control of the debris clean-up effort
Supervised ten people in database entry and quality control.
Planning Intern
GIS, City of Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
06.2004 - 05.2005
Assisted city planners in analysis of development and construction trends using the ArcGIS Desktop Suite
Created and maintained spatial data for the Long-Range Planning section
Developed and refined Land-use data using both GIS Analysis and ground-proofing
Developed best practice guidelines for data integrity and backup for GIS data within the department
Researched and integrated various external agencies’ spatial data into internal data stores
Provided GIS software and data expertise to planners in a multi-user GIS environment.
Intelligence Analyst
DMOS, US Army Reserve
Sacramento, CA
01.2002 - 11.2002
Analyzed current intelligence holdings to predict actions, capacities, weaknesses, and intentions of opposing forces to an Army Reserve Psychological Operations company
Analyzed local terrain and current weather effects on unit movement and abilities
Cross-trained in psychological operations doctrine and capabilities
Managed security clearance program for approximately 100 personnel.
Intelligence Shift Supervisor
DMOS, 96, US Army
Kosovo
12.1999 - 06.2000
Coordinated the distribution of tactical maps for all units of Multi-National Brigade-East (MNB-E) during deployment with Kosovo Forces (KFOR-1B)
Coordinated and provided tactical analysis and interpretation of live unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) air video feeds
Assisted with the daily activities of the MNB-E intelligence section
Supervised five personnel in the areas of physical security, computer security, and predictive analysis
Managed the security access plan for the headquarters complex and assisted in security investigations.
Track Driver, Database Operator
US Army
Vilseck
01.1998 - 07.2001
Operated All-Source Analysis System – Remote Workstation (ASAS-RWS) - a distributed geographic intelligence database using the Joint Common Database framework
Integrated the ASAS-RWS system with various, weapons-related systems to facilitate command and control of various assets
Supervised map program for a forward deployed US Army heavy brigade
Assisted with military intelligence analysis in the brigade headquarters, leading to an understanding of enemy systems and capabilities
Developed spatial layers based local terrain and current weather effects on unit movement, unit abilities, and local security
Assisted with analysis of overseas installation critical infrastructure security following the 1998 Embassy Bombings in Africa
Using ArcView, to order maps to maintain map library for all areas of interest to the unit
Managed a security clearance program for approximately two hundred personnel
Liaison for German partnership unit.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Geography, German
California State University
2005
GIS Product Specific Education - Sacramento, Geography
California State University
2005
Introduction to ArcGIS ServerArcGIS Server: Web Administration Using Microsoft .NET FrameworkGeoMedia ProfessionalMapDotNet ServerAll Source Analysis System – Remote Workstation (ASAS-RWS) - undefined
Skills
Computer Language Experience
CSS
Flex
HTML
JavaScript
PowerShell
Python / Arcpy
SQL & PL-SQL
VBS
XML
Arcade
Systems & Software Experience
ESRI ArcGIS Desktop Suite (83 -1082)
Intergraph GeoMedia 6x
ArcGIS Desktop & Catalog
Oracle Application Server
ArcObjects
Oracle Database (9i – 19c)
ESRI ArcGIS Portal
SDSFIE 26 - 40
ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise / Server (92-111)
Safe FME
ESRI ArcIMS (91)
ArcFM
ESRI ArcSDE on Oracle
Marshal Tools
ESRI ArcGIS Pro (11-34)
Hansen/Infor Work Order Management System
Accela
Google SketchUp
Manatron Governance Revenue Model
Google Earth
Pictometry
AutoCAD
SelfHosted-PictometryOnLine
AutoCAD Maps
Electronic Field Study
MapGuide 65
Change Analysis
Git
Scaled Agile Framework
Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access)
Microsoft Visio
Microsoft Project
Timeline
GIS
Geographic Information System
01.2024 - 01.2025
Developer
GIS
10.2023 - 01.2024
Developer
GIS
10.2022 - 10.2023
Developer & Release Manager
GIS
12.2021 - 10.2022
Administrator
GIS
04.2019 - 12.2021
Developer
GIS
03.2019 - 04.2019
Civil Engineer, GIS Developer
Pacific Architects and Engineers
10.2014 - 02.2019
Developer
GIS
10.2011 - 10.2014
Systems Engineer
GIS, City of Virginia Beach
07.2009 - 08.2011
Data Analyst
GIS, City of Virginia Beach
11.2007 - 06.2009
Field Technician
GIS, Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, JMT
07.2007 - 11.2007
Specialist
GIS, ArboPro USA
01.2006 - 05.2007
Specialist/Database Supervisor
GIS
11.2005 - 01.2006
Planning Intern
GIS, City of Sacramento
06.2004 - 05.2005
Intelligence Analyst
DMOS, US Army Reserve
01.2002 - 11.2002
Intelligence Shift Supervisor
DMOS, 96, US Army
12.1999 - 06.2000
Track Driver, Database Operator
US Army
01.1998 - 07.2001
Civil Engineer
Pacific
Civil Engineer Squadron
CH2M Hill Academy Services, LLC
Bachelor of Arts - Geography, German
California State University
GIS Product Specific Education - Sacramento, Geography
California State University
Introduction to ArcGIS ServerArcGIS Server: Web Administration Using Microsoft .NET FrameworkGeoMedia ProfessionalMapDotNet ServerAll Source Analysis System – Remote Workstation (ASAS-RWS) - undefined
Addressing Coordinator/Plans Reviewer at Geographic Information Systems, GISAddressing Coordinator/Plans Reviewer at Geographic Information Systems, GIS
Customer Care Representative and Office Enumerator at NAGIS - SFTAS (Nasarawa Geographic Information SerCustomer Care Representative and Office Enumerator at NAGIS - SFTAS (Nasarawa Geographic Information Ser