Jonathan Sharp

Chadds Ford, PA

Geospatial Analyst

Education

Pennsylvania State University: Harrisburg, PA

Master of Professional Studies Homeland Security: Geospatial Intelligence, May 2019 Pennsylvania State University: World Campus

Postbaccalaureate Certificate in GIS, August 2016

The Pennsylvania State University, State College PA Bachelor of Arts – Geography, May 2013

Relevant Courses: Relevant Courses: Undergraduate: GEOG 417 (Satellite Climatology), GEOG 362

(Image Analysis), GEOG 364 (Spatial Analysis), GEOG 310W (Global Climates), GEOG 363 (Geographic Information Systems), GEOG 397 (Biogeography), GEOG 494 (Independent Research): Postbaccalaureate Certificate in GIS: GEOG 482 (The Nature of Geographic Information), GEOG 484

(GIS Database Development), GEOG 487 (Environmental Applications of GIS), GEOG 483 (Problem- Solving with GIS) Master of Professional Studies in Homeland Security: Geospatial Intelligence Option: GEOG 480 (Imagery and Terrain), GEOG 517 (Cultural Intelligence, Applied Geography, and Homeland Security), HLS 801 (Homeland Security Administration), HLS 803 (Ethics), HLS 805 (Violence and Threats), GEOG 594A (Culminating Experiences in Geospatial Intelligence), GEOG 594B (iMPS-HLS Geospatial Intelligence Capstone Experience), GEOG 882 (Geoint Foundations), GEOG 884 (GIS for GEOINT), GEOG 885 (Geointel Analytics). FEMA Courses: IS-00060.b, IS-00700.b, IS-00061.b, IS-00062.b, and IS-00230.d. Professional Experience

Geospatial Analyst

Wiser Imagery Services, Murfreesboro, TN /Jan 2023 - Present

• I was subcontracted with Maxar from February 2023 through May 2023.

• I analyzed Maxar satellite imagery for regions across the world.

• I used Erdas Imagine and ArcMap in land classification and digitization.

• I collected transportation networks, utilities, landcover, hydrography, and culture items.

• I worked on projects in accordance with the NGA’s project specific guidance. GIS Consultant

Borough of Chester Heights, Chester Heights, PA / Aug 2022 – Nov 2022 I was consulted to upload data and files to the Borough’s newly created ArcGIS Online account. Then, I used ArcGIS Field Maps to map the Borough's infrastructure assets such as storm drains, fire hydrants, streetlights etc.

Assistant to the Township Manager

Chadds Ford Township, Chadds Ford, PA / Jan 2021 - Apr 2022

• I worked with the Township Manager to write and manage grant applications.

• I worked on Mapping and GIS projects regarding the Township’s infrastructure and zoning.

• I assisted with Township permit applications.

• I maintained the Township website and uploaded announcements.

• I helped write public notices Township meetings and hearings.

• I helped to organized Township property files and databases.

• I hosted several Township meetings on Zoom during the COVID-19 pandemic.

• I responded to PA1 call tickets.

• I assisted with Life & Safety Inspections and conducted stormwater BPM inspections.

• I became Planning Commission Secretary in October 2020 and wrote the meeting minutes, write memorandums, and assist in writing motions, compiling meeting packets, and monitored the Municipalities Planning Code (MPC) Clock.

• In January 2022, in addition to being the Assistant to the Twp. Manage I was made Assistant to the Twp Roadmaster, where I created traffic reports for the PA State Police. GIS Consultant

Schuylkill River Greenways NHA, Pottstown, PA / Jun 2020 - Nov 2020 I designated and mapped out signage, bollards, bridges, and other landmarks with ArcGIS Collector, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Pro along the Berks County and Schuylkill County portion of the trail. Internship

Chadds Ford Township and Chadds Ford Township Sewer Authority, Chadds Ford, PA / Jun 2019

- Jul 2020

• I worked with the Sewer Authority Engineer on creating a manhole inventory and mapping manholes, using QGIS.

• I learned about how local governments operate and about how public-private partnerships work.

• I learned how to write grants and how the grant application process works.

• I helped to facilitate the purchase of ArcGIS Online for Chadds Ford Township and Chadds Ford Sewer Authority.

• I set up the home pages and content pages on ArcGIS Online for both entities.

• I gave a GIS presentation to the Chadds Ford Township Board of Supervisors in August. The presentation elaborated on the main GIS projects that were underway, and the roles geospatial data can play in benefiting municipal governments. Previous non-relevant work experience available upon request…

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