Richard D. Hardin

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Camp Hill, PA 17011

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OBJECTIVE A challenging position utilizing Geographic Information System (GIS) technology and geographic principles for developing solutions on environmental topics EDUCATION Master of Science Degree in Geo-Environmental Studies May 2005 Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, PA

Bachelor of Science Degree in Geography August 1994 The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA GIS Certificate April 2000

The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA TRAINING Various Learning Tree Courses on .NET development. Feb 2009 - Present Numerous ArcGIS Courses: including ArcObjects, 2004 – Present ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Portal/AGOL, Python, and ArcSDE USGS training course in S-Plus statistical program March 2002 graphical and statistical analysis package.

USGS training course in watershed modeling using HSPF August 2000 and PRMS modeling programs.

SKILLS Extensive experience using ArcGIS software suite and ERDAS Imagine to analyze, process, and manage various GIS data sets and formats. Extensive experience, knowledge, and understanding of Visual Studio2013 .NET, Visual Basic, and Python programming principles for customizing the GIS environment and building custom analytical tools.

Strong knowledge and understanding of remote sensing techniques and Erdas Imagine for raster data processing and analysis. Experience using S-Plus program to perform graphical and statistical analysis.

Experience with GPS data collection and differential post processing. Survey experience using total station instruments and laser levels. WORK U.S. Department of Agriculture May 2004 – September 2018 HISTORY National Agricultural Statistics Service

Position: Geographer (GS-0150)

Supervisor: Richard Mueller – 202-***-****

Conduct Geographic Information System (GIS) analysis and processing on various types of geo-spatial datasets regarding different research and production goals to improve efficiency and agency mission results.

Develop custom editing and analysis tools (in multiple environments including Visual Studio 2013, ArcGIS models, Python scripting) designed to improve workflow and efficiency in agency production units and national data collection efforts. Research and propose new project/product potential. Develop workflows and build tools to make projects a useful tool for improving agency mission results. Participate regularly as a project lead and/or team member on numerous research projects to produce definitive results and/or produce new resources/deliverables for multiple annual data collection cycles.

Assist in the production of national raster land cover dataset using LandSat satellite imagery and ground truth for the classification process. Research and propose additional potential for classified land cover dataset integration to improve production units regarding mission products. Produce maps of varying quality for use at conferences, field use, and as needed. Assist in design and maintenance of a section wide enterprise SDE geodatabase. Write custom applications designed to automate map production and other GIS derived information for use in decision making and in conducting surveys and other agency operations.

Participate in agency committees/groups as division representative or other geospatial resource or representative.

Strong knowledge of entire MS Office software suite. Pa. Department of Agriculture May 2003 – Sept 2003 Position: GIS Assistant (summer intern during graduate school) Supervisor: Nancy Richwine, Plant Pathologist

Download, process, and integrate field GPS data to GIS databases. Assist in the management and maintenance of various GIS databases. Conduct spatial analysis to aid in the interpretation of field data and to provide field crews with information useful in conducting their work.

Develop scripts using Avenue and VBA to assist in data processing and management of GIS data.

U.S. Geological Survey Aug 1995 – March 2003

Water Resources Division

Position: Hydrologic Technician (GS-1316)

Supervisor: Kevin Breen, Supervisory Hydrologist

Use ArcGIS, ArcInfo, and Arcview to conduct spatial analysis, data conversion/management tasks, and develop GIS applications. Perform spatial analysis and integration for varying types of cartographic, graphical, and statistical outputs.

Perform sensitivity analysis on watershed models using HSPF. Collect field data using Trimble and Magellan GPS units and post processing of GPS data. Generate plots of bridge geometry and stream channel characteristics using Microstation CAD software and data collected in the field.

Maintain data sets involving site calculations and CAD plots generated from field surveys. Conduct total station surveys to collect data regarding flood-plain mapping, bridge geometry and stream channel characteristics.

Conduct stream channel longitudinal profiles and cross section surveys using laser level techniques.

Conduct geomorphic site assessments at streams sites on large state level cooperative project regarding bridge integrity.

Collect surface water quality data at stream sites. Perform quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of data for customer product.

REFERENCES Available upon request.

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