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Derek Gilby, CFT

abouvb@r.postjobfree.com

902-***-****

I am an advanced IT/GIS/Forest technologist specializing in GIS for the Forest Protection

field. I also have over 16 years experience in Natural Resource Management. Being a self-

motivated team player with a commitment to customer service, I have enclosed my resume for

your review.

As GIS Project Manager for a multi-million dollar Mountain Pine Beetle Project, for the

Willmore Wilderness Park, I developed solid skills in project management, meeting

deadlines with minimal support, and in creating productive and collaborative working

relationships with colleagues, internal and external clients, and various levels of

government. Excellent analytical skills, abstract thinking, the propensity to think beyond

the problem and provide solid solutions have been the key to my success.

While attaining an Advanced GIS Diploma from the Center of Geographic Sciences (COGS) and

a Programmer Network Support Analyst Diploma from CDI College, I learned how to

successfully design applications from user requirements which included project

feasibility, costs, and risks into GIS design and specifications. To complement this

valuable education, I am also currently obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Computing and

Information Systems from Athabasca University.

I possess a wide range of cartographic skills and an aptitude for working with old

documents and maps, knowledge of basic principles in photogrammetry, map projections and

land surveying. I have the ability to adapt to changing technologies and methodologies, as

well as the ability to write policies and procedures for Geographic Information Systems.

I look forward to further discussing any opportunities and I am confident my experience

and knowledge will be of direct benefit to your operations and objectives. I can be

reached at abouvb@r.postjobfree.com. Thank you for your time.

Sincerely,

Derek Gilby, CFT, (Certified Forest Technologist)

Objective: An experienced IT/GIS/Forest Technologist looking to further my skills in Data

Management, GIS Computer Programming, and GIS Analysis

Highlights of Qualifications

GIS / Natural Resource Management

Ability to determine data quality through analysis of spatial trends, patterns, accuracy,

completeness and error, and relay pertinent impacts to users.

An eye for detail and a strong aesthetic sense, along with the creativity to produce

products that clearly depict desired information without clutter

Propensity to think beyond a problem and provide viable options and solutions.

Extremely self-motivated with a strong instinct for problem solving and analyzing.

Recognized and recommended for quality work by the Minister of Lands and Forests.

Confidently trained staff and volunteers on effectively fighting forest fires.

Skilled and reliable in regular maintenance of parks, roads, bridges, and culverts.

Supervisory / Management

Experience working in a high pressure environment with volunteers, trained workers, and

culturally-diverse people at all organizational levels.

Well-developed multitasking skills for balancing projects and services on tight deadlines

Communication / Computers

Excellent communication skills; able to impart complex information in an easily

understandable manner.

Successfully designed databases, applications, automated workflows and processes in a GIS

environment

Confidently delivered educational presentations to students, the general public, and

media.

Knowledgeable in Google Earth, Google Maps, Arc GIS 9, Arc Objects, VB.Net, ArcInfo, SQL,

AML, PCI Geomatica, Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office Suite, XHTML, Javascript

and other technologies.Work History

GIS TechnologistNovember 2010 - Present

Nova Scotia Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture Halifax, NS

Basic Mapping - Fish Farm Lease Renewal Mapping with Arc Desktop 10 and Corel Draw.

Knowledge of Amanda Database

Website Content Management Committee

GIS SpecialistJune 2009 - PresentNortek Resource Solutions New Glasgow, NS

Aerial Photo Orthorectification, Mosaics.

Computer Programming. Editing and making maps

GIS Spatial EcologistAug. 2008 - Oct 2009Muskoka Heritage Foundation Bracebridge, ON

Produced maps for publication in an Ontario Endangered Species Field Guide

Produced maps of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem processes.

Created a front-end function to make the inventory tool user-friendly.

Developed a database to house biophysical data obtained from the private sector and

intergrated the data into the inventory.

Developed a process to update the watershed inventory.

Made presentations to key personnel involved in the project.

GIS Field AnalystNov. 2007 - Jan. 2008Capella Resources Dartmouth, NS

Processed GPS field data and data entry.

Accurately processed Canadian Vector base data.

GIS Technologist III / GIS Project ManagerMay 2005 - Nov. 2007Alberta Sustainable Resources Development Hinton, Grande Cache, Whitecourt, AB

Managed the preparation of spatial data, imagery and production of customized maps

Provided Quality Assurance of data for the Mountain Pine Beetle Project for Willmore

Wilderness Park

Automated map production to produce over 2900 original maps in a 2 week period.

Designed a strategy for efficiently collecting data, data entry, and data extraction to

produce Fire Smart Wildfire Hazard Maps

Traveled Alberta managing fixed wing and rotor wing aircraft, managing camps, and

supplying fires with equipment.

Brown Spruce Long-Horned Beetle InspectorSept. 2000 - Nov. 2000

Canada Food Inspection Agency Halifax, NS

Collected field data on insect surveys and marked infected trees for destruction.

Forest Technician1987 - 2000Department of Natural Resources Waverley, Windsor, Shubie, NS

Developed Woodlot Management Plans, Fire Reports, and OH&S Manuals

Confidently delivered educational presentations to students, the public and media thus

increasing environmental awareness

Forest Fire Suppression Foreman, Tussock Moth & Brown Spruce Long-Horned Beetle Inspector

Park Caretaker, Wildlife Technician

Road & Boundary Line Maintenance

Provincial Park Development, Private Lands & Carpenter

CommissionaireAug 2008 - PresentCommissionaires Nova Scotia Halifax, NS

Data Entry ClerkJun. 2002 - Sept. 2004Canadian Blood Services Halifax, NS

Webmaster Researcher PublicationsMay 2001 - Sept. 2001Halifax Regional CAP Association Halifax, NS

Education / Professional Development

Bachelor of Science in Computing and Information Systems Anticipated 2012

Athabasca University Athabasca, AB

Advanced GIS Diploma 2004 - 2005

Center of Geographic Sciences (COGS) Lawrencetown, NS

Programmer / Network Support Analyst 2001 - 2002

CDI College of Busines & Technology Halifax, NS

Forest Technologist Certificate 1994

Maritime Forest Ranger School Fredericton, NB

Wildfire GIS - Spatial Editing 2006

Hinton Training Center (HTC) Hinton, AB

Wildfire GIS - Mapping Specialist 2006

Hinton Training Center (HTC) Hinton, AB

Computer Programming for GIS, VB.Net 2006

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) Calgary, AB

Promotional Writing for Non-PR Professionals 1999

Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) Halifax, NS

Leadership in Safety Excellence (OHS) 1998

Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) Halifax, NS

Community Involvement

Website & Database Committee Chairman, Nova Scotia Forestry Technician Association

(NSFTA), Truro, NS

Competent Toastmaster, Toastmasters International, Halifax, NS

Awards

Proctors Award - Honourable Mention Maritime Forest Ranger School, Fredericton, NB 1994

Most Improved Speaker Toastmasters International, Halifax, NS 1998 - 1999

References Available Upon Request

Email: Derek Gilby

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