EMILY NISKALA
adx26k@r.postjobfree.com • (***) - *** - 6544 • East Greenville PA
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Geospatial Technologies, Harrisburg University 120 Completed Credits Relevant Coursework: Satellite Remote Sensing, Cartography, GIS Policy, Applied GIS RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Geospatial Intern, American Water, Mechanicsburg, PA March 2020 – November 2020
• Perform geoprocessing & cartographic functions while working with complex aspects of the Esri and ArcGIS models
• Drive projects and tasks independently while finding ways to continually improve business processes
• Perform data entry and edits for spatial and tabular data Geospatial Technician, Harrisburg University, Harrisburg, PA December 2018 – January 2021
• Perform data entry and edits for spatial and tabular data
• Assist in the design and creation of geodatabases based on established requirements
• Collaborate with a team of students, staff and faculty to develop projects that are utilized by private clients
• Analyzes GIS data to identify spatial relationships and display results of analyses using maps and tabular data
• Chooses cartographic elements necessary for effective presentation of information Geospatial Intern, Monroe County Conservation District, Stroudsburg, PA May 2019 – November 2019
• Analyze geographic information systems (GIS) data for use in urban planning applications
• Scanning and conversion of other sources to a digital format
• Manual digitizing of maps and plans using Esri software and programs
• Collaboration with site supervisor and additional interns to promote better land use and the reduction of environmental impacts
RESEARCH/COMMUNITY PROJECTS
Digital Humanities: Digital Harrisburg Project, Harrisburg University January 2019 – May 2020
• Collated census data from City of Harrisburg around demographics such as ethnicity, income, and religion
• Integrated data into a public facing, interactive web map that allows the user to have access to the records
• Implemented ArcGIS and MS Access Database software to create new subsets of data
• Funded by the Harrisburg University Presidential research grant CAMPUS LEADERSHIP AND INVOLVEMENT
Resident Assistant, Harrisburg University, Harrisburg, PA August 2019 – December 2020
• Counseled peers on career, academic, and personal concerns
• Created and implemented social, educational and recreational programs for residents
• Attended, participated, and contributed to weekly staff meetings addressing resident needs
• Maintained expectations regarding university regulations and rules REVELANT SKILLS
Geospatial Technologies: ESRI-ArcGIS (ArcMap, ArcPro, ArcCatalog, ArcToolbox) Software and Programming Languages: HTML, CSS, Python, Microsoft 365, Photoshop Certifications: CPR, First Aid, and QPR