GIS

Alexis M. Peña

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EDUC ATION:

Master of Urban & Regional Planning with Specialization in GIS, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL. Jan. 2014 – Dec. 2016

Bachelor of Urban Design (Cum Laude), Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL. May 2012 – Dec. 2013

Associate in Arts: Architecture, Miami Dade College, Miami, FL. Aug. 2009 – Apr. 2012 PROFICIENCY:

Communication: Proven communicator through public speaking, writing, and visual presentations.

Customer Service: coordinate services in multiple municipalities

GIS, Urban Planning/Design, and Architectural Design

GIS, IT and Graphics Know ledge: ArcGIS Desktop 10+, ArcPad 10, ArcGIS Online, GIS Applications, Trimble GPS, Laser Rangefinder, As-Built, Erdas Imagine, Remote Sensing, AutoCAD Desktop 2012+, Sketch- Up, Managements (Data, Budget, & Project), Blueprint, Operations Dashboard, Adobe (Acrobat, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Fireworks), Visual Studio 2012+, Visual Basic, .NET, Microsoft Office applications, Prezi, Windows, iOS, HelpDesk, Sharepoint, Eden, Trakit, Census, Property Appraiser, Google Earth, KML, SQL, & Pythons. Graphic design skills with the ability to create 2D or 3D hand-drawn or computer renderings. CERTIFIC ATES:

South Florida GIS Expo, West Palm Beach, Florida 1) 2016 South Florida GIS Expo Volunteer Certificate, Sept. 2016

Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida 1) Geographic Information Systems, Apr. 2014

2) Crime Prevention through Environmental Design, Apr 2013

Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI)

1) Distance Analysis Using ArcGIS, Mar. 2016

2) Getting Started with Geodatabase Topology, Oct. 2013

Miami Lakes Educational Center, Miami Lakes, Florida 1) Drafting Program Certificate of Completion, Jun. 2009 W ORK EXPERIENCE:

GIS Analyst – Coastal Risk Consulting. Dec. 2016 – Present Conduct flood prediction modeling by automating high-resolution elevation data (LIDAR) with storm and tidal flood projections (including sea level rise) and heavy rainfall. CRC's flood prediction models integrate a wealth of accurate scientific data from NOAA, USGS, USACE, NASA and other sources to create a comprehensive assessment of current and future flood risk at the property level.

Planning Intern – Planning Department, Keith & Schnars. May 2016 – Feb. 2017 Assisted a project team by conducting research and analyzed demographic data and land use trends and critical thinking. Created GIS, graphics and infographic boards for the project study area as well as created and maintained presentations utilizing a unique presentation software that was well received by city staff and the public. (Cities: North Miami, Miami Beach, Miami Gardens, Plantation, Coconut Creek,

& Sunrise, Counties: Broward, Monroe & Hendry)

Graduate Research Assistant - Florida Atlantic University. Aug. 2016 – Dec. 2016 Collect, research, create & maintain GIS data, geocoding, mapmaking, formatting census, & spreadsheet. The project is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and focuses on interdependent infrastructure resilience under extreme events in California, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, & Florida.

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Florida Atlantic University. Jun. 2016 – Aug. 2016 Assisted the Professor in creating and grading assignments for a class of 80 students. Conducted office hours to meet with students. Corresponded with students on a regular basis. (Undergraduate and Graduate Sustainable Cities: URP4403 & URP6406)

Graduate and Professional Student Association Associate Director – Florida Atlantic University. Apr. 2016 – May 2016 Reports to the GPSA Director and assists with the management of the GPSA Office and graduate student activities and programs.

Graduate Research Assistant/Teaching Assistant – Florida Atlantic University. Dec. 2015 – May 2016 Center for Urban & Environmental Solutions - Provides municipalities’ district analysis & redistricting options to the City of Tamarac

& City of North Lauderdale. Manage, create & maintain GIS data, geocoding, mapmaking, formatting census. Assist the professor in undergrad course (URP 4254 - Intro Visual Plan Tech) manage, create, & maintain GIS data, mapmaking & format.

GIS Cadastral Technician –Information Technology, On-Site Miami Dade County. Aug. 2014–Nov. 2015 Primarily responsible for performing a variety of digital map production tasks from trace digitization to design file processing, Performs all aspects of digital input, both graphic and non-graphic, in multiple operating system environments, Edits and corrects graphic design files to meet project specifications, Processes and prepares data to be delivered to clients, Provides project scheduling, pricing and budgeting recommendations, Coordinates project priorities, monitors schedules and budgets for project managers, Addresses technical digital conversion questions, Designs and develops production, quality control and assurance-based utilities using software development tools, Provides project specific training as needed, Recognizes technical problem areas within a project and works with project manager and supervisors to determine effective solutions, Assists in the development of technical and application user manual,

& understands and interprets as-built/drafting in engineering, architecture, planning, & survey.

GIS Specialist - Information Technology, City of North Miami. Apr. 2013 - Aug. 2014 Coordinate all GIS management & mapping activities at City of North Miami; Perform GIS projects and analysis for other departments, Customer service, Geocode data, & format property appraiser data, editing tools /techniques attribute table, interpret deeds/legal descriptions, Develop customized GIS applications; HelpDesk, Respond to public map request, Fiscal Impact analysis for city annexation proposals; conduct property appraiser platting research and planning projects. perform zoning related data analysis for City Planner. Assist PublicWorks Department (Utility operations) with AutoCad projects. Assist Zoning Administrator with Lien search update, analyze certificate of uses applications, code violations, permits, issue letters to applicants. research, printing, plotting, scanning, order print maps, meetings, troubleshoot GIS software/plotter. VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:

Volunteer - 2016 South Florida GIS Expo, Sept. 2016

Florida Atlantic University, May 2012 – December 2016

Photographer - American Planning Association Florida Conference, Sept 2015

Teacher Assistant - Hialeah Middle School, Jan. 2011 – 2012

Math & English Tutor - Miami Dade College, Jan. 2010- Apr. 2012 GIS & URBN PLANNING/DESIGN PROJECTS – S AM PLE W ORK:

Puerto Rico – Radar & Rain Gauge Stations Map – Normal Long-Term Average Precipitation (30 – Year Period)

Maps: Visualizing Little Havana

Mobile GIS: Dry Tortugas and Cultural Survey in Key West Mapping/ArcGIS Online

Comprehensive Planning Guidelines for Engaging the Deaf Community Story Map

Trail Mapping Munyon Island

Bears in Urban Spaces: When Wildlife Comes in Contact with Highlife

2015 Amendment & Update to the City of Boca Raton Northw est Subdistrict Land Use and Urban Form Study

Clematis Street Activity Study

Visualizing the City

Reinventing the Wheel and Charting a New Course Incorporating Deafspace Planning in the Master Planning Process

Folkestone/Yarmouth Neighborhood Public Safety and Crime Mapping ACTIVI TIES AND AWARDS:

Winner American Planning Association Florida for Student Planner of the Year, Sept. 2016

Nomination Graduate and Professional Student Leader of the Year, 2014-2015

First Place Award: “Reinventing the W heel and Charting a New Course Incorporating Deafspace Planning in the Maste r Planning Process”, Graduate and Professional Student Association Research Day, 2014

Recognition of Academic Excellence & Strong Leadership Qualities in Delta Epsilon Iota Academic Honor Society, 2014

iLead FAU, The Student Leadership Challenge, 2014 & 2015

Broward Achievement Award, 2013

Jeffrey Kline Disability Awar d, 2012-2013

MDC Certificate of Outstanding Academic Achievement, 2010

City of North Miami – Budget Book – Accessible in Sign Language, 2013

Owl TV News at FAU, Sign Language Anchor, 2015-2016 PUBLIC ATIONS:

Florida Chapter of the American Planning Association, Florida Planning Magazine, “Reinventing the W heel and Charting a New Course Incorporating Deafspace Planning in the Master Planning Process”, Ma y 2014

Government Finance Review Magazine –Budgeting By Inclusion – Accessible in Sign Language, 2014

Miami Public Space Challenge “North Miami Streetscape improvements to accommodate for disabilities and all members”, 2014 PROFESSION A L M EM BERSHIPS:

American Planning Association, Gold Coast Section, Student Liaison, 2013-2016 STUDENT ORG ANIZ ATIONS:

Planning Society at FAU, Treasurer, 2015- 2016

Geographic Information Systems Club at FAU, President, 2014-2015

Owls Supporting Diversity Club at FAU, President, 2014-2015

Geographic Information Systems Club at FAU, Vice President, 2013-2014 L ANGU AGES:

Native or Bilingual Proficiency - English and American Sign Language

Limited W orking Proficiency - Spanish

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