Geographic Information Systems Manager

• Oct 2022 - Present

Manager - GIS Platform

• Nov 2021 - Sep 2022

GIS Application Development Manager / GIS Administrator

• Jan 2019 - Nov 2021

Tapped to create the strategic roadmap discerning technical priorities to achieve long-term objectives, including solutions architecture, capability maximization, and change management to portfolio-level solutions approach. Steered a 4-member GIS programming team as coach and mentor conducting performance evaluations, prioritizing workload, and engaging talent. Partner cross-functionally to support mapping efforts associated with siting and real estate teams to ensure compliance with department, project, and industry standards. ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT: ➣ Designed and deployed an innovative GIS infrastructure to integrate into the North American network generating increased ROI by maximizing capabilities servicing analysts, engineers, and project developers across NA. ➣ Piloted a 4X growth in product siting pipeline to meet demand for renewable energy delivery following Enel’s acquisition. ➣ Achieved 100% talent retention upon adopting team leader duties in Oct. ’20. ➣ Pivoted to web-based geoprocessing tools due to Covid, resulting in remote work capabilities and cost reductions. ➣ Architected ITIL service management functions spanning multiple departments/vendors to improve delivery of GIS. Show less

GIS Administrator

• Jun 2019 - Jun 2021

Geographic Information System Administrator

• 2017 - 2019

Recruited to this startup as #2 employee, spearheading sales, business administration, and technical functions to ensure the vitality of the business, which grew to 25 at departure. Credited with growing the GIS on a shoestring budget to meet complex and sophisticated business needs to meet client demands. ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT: ➣ Cut costs by automating geodatabase and user administration protocols in PowerShell and Python. ➣ Conducted advanced spatial analysis and geodatabase administration to aid fiber optic network design operations. ➣ Identified, tested, and resolved complex geodatabase, Microsoft IIS, and ArcGIS Online interactions. ➣ Directed field workers and managed field data collection for design, utility pole attachment, and construction permitting. ➣ Published map services and web maps using ArcMAP and ArcGIS Online partnering with design and construction teams. Show less

Program Assistant

• 2016 - 2017

Critical contributor in furnishing IT and engineering support services to federal private industry clients by administering contracts, purchase orders, and QA systems. Developed contracts, processed purchase orders, and enforced cost controls. ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT: ➣ Architected and advocated business cases for improving performance through automation and software solutions. ➣ Successfully transitioned quality management to ISO 9001:2015; gathered metrics, led quarterly reviews, and created action plans. Show less

CONSULTANT / RESEARCHER / TECHNICAL REVIEWER

• 2013 - 2015

Conducted qualitative/quantitative research, interviews, and drafted reports to determine program results for businesses in healthcare and nonprofit sectors. ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT: ➣ Presented at ESRI International User Conference on A Spatial Look at Redistricting. ➣ Served as Technical Reviewer for PostGIS In Action (1st, 2nd, and 3rd editions). Reviewed 3 other publications after leaving. Conducted qualitative/quantitative research, interviews, and drafted reports to determine program results for businesses in healthcare and nonprofit sectors. ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT: ➣ Presented at ESRI International User Conference on A Spatial Look at Redistricting. ➣ Served as Technical Reviewer for PostGIS In Action (1st, 2nd, and 3rd editions). Reviewed 3 other publications after leaving.

GIS Technician / Research Assistant

• 2010 - 2013

Conducted data collection and maintenance, digitization, and map creation for emergency responders to provide accurate geospatial data. (Texas National Guard, as well as other El Paso region’s emergency response community). ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT: ➣ Completed initial address mapping for the City of El Paso zoning and emergency services departments. ➣ Continually updated the gravity base data reference system under contract with the US Geological Survey. Conducted data collection and maintenance, digitization, and map creation for emergency responders to provide accurate geospatial data. (Texas National Guard, as well as other El Paso region’s emergency response community). ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT: ➣ Completed initial address mapping for the City of El Paso zoning and emergency services departments. ➣ Continually updated the gravity base data reference system under contract with the US Geological Survey.

GIS Technician

• 2005 - 2010

Grounded in foundational experience of training and leading field mapping, Vactor sewer maintenance, and CUES video inspection crews in gathering data. Partnered with state, federal, and foreign governments, when necessary. ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT: ➣ Steered the design and deployment of a GIS and asset management program for stormwater maintenance to meet regulatory compliance involving 250 sq. mi. surveillance using historical records to determine accuracy. Grounded in foundational experience of training and leading field mapping, Vactor sewer maintenance, and CUES video inspection crews in gathering data. Partnered with state, federal, and foreign governments, when necessary. ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT: ➣ Steered the design and deployment of a GIS and asset management program for stormwater maintenance to meet regulatory compliance involving 250 sq. mi. surveillance using historical records to determine accuracy.

Project Coordinator

• 2001 - 2001

Managed and coordinated development of library foundation website to generate exposure and raise funds for a non-profit organization. Served as writer, designer, and technical support for website development. Configured secure merchant account transactions to facilitate online donations. Assisted in developing and implementing the overall campaign plans and prepared analyses on assigned division. Developed marketing plans to demonstrate services, benefits, and actively recruit new sponsors. Show less