Geographic Information Systems, Data Analytics

Christian Faelschle

Valley Center, CA *****

760-***-**** **.*********@*********.***

Objective:

I am a highly motivated individual with GIS experience seeking a position as a GIS Analyst in order to apply my knowledge and contribute to the successful implementation of projects within the GIS field.

Summary of Qualifications:

Proficient in GIS software, including ArcGIS, QGIS, and AutoCAD Map.

Experience in creating and maintaining geodatabases, performing spatial queries, and generating maps.

Experience with remote sensing and image analysis using software such as ENVI or Erdas Imagine.

Familiarity with programming languages such as Python and SQL for GIS automation and data manipulation.

Ability to interpret and analyze geospatial data from various sources, including aerial imagery, satellite data, and LiDAR.

Experience with presenting graphs and charts using Tableau.

Education & Certifications:

B.A in Geography, Geographic Information Systems and Analysis

California State University, Sacramento, Graduated 2018

3.2 GPA

Coursework included GIS, Climate, Maps & Geo Technologies, Computer Cartography, and Field Geography

A.S in Computer Information Systems: Data Analytics – Palomar College, Summer 2023

A.S in General Studies – Science and Mathematics – Palomar College, Summer 2023

Certificate of Achievement: Computer Information Systems: Data Analytics - Palomar College, May 2023

Certificate of Achievement – Advanced Geographic Information Systems

Palomar College, 2016

3.5 GPA

Coursework included Computer Concepts and Applications, GIS Software, Human Geography, GIS Analysis, Database Management and Acquisition, Data Visualization, Remote Sensing, Advanced AutoCAD II and Advanced Python Programming.

Licenses & certifications: Certified Tester Foundation Level

ASTQB - ISTQB in the U.S. Issued Jan 2025

National Foundation for Autism Research (NFAR) Tech, San Diego, CA 1/2024 to 10/2024 -- a ten-month, comprehensive vocational software training program. Curriculum included concepts and skills necessary to obtain an entry level Software QA Tester role and prepare for the ISTQB Certificate in Testing - Foundation Level (CTFL) exam. Program ended in October 2024 and will result in certificate being issued.

Team Collaboration Projects at NFAR:

NFAR Rallybound Test Automation

Team project that tests an account registration webpage adheres to requirements provided by client.

Identify and create test conditions, test inputs and test cases (over 80 test cases created).

Weekly standup meetings with team members to review assignment, deadlines, status

Automate test cases to run in different web browsers.

Utilizing: WebdriverIO, VS Code, Git/GitHub, JavaScript, NodeJS, Docker, and MS365 (Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive).

Team Profile Website

Team website project, requiring each participant to update a webpage with their personal profile information.

Update HTML to include personal information adhering to project standards for appearance.

Submit and review pull requests in GitHub.

Create Tic Tac Toe game using JavaScript via guided exercise, personalize using CSS, link to webpage profile.

Utilizing: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Git/GitHub, and VS Code.

Glider Timer iOS Application Testing

Conduct manual test cases of an iOS application on different Apple devices

Execute multiple test runs on TestRail.

Using Xcode to run applications on different Apple devices and iOS.

Report issues using Jira.

Professional Experience:

City of San Diego, GIS Intern 4/2024 to date

Using ArcMap, verifying the data integrity between the sewer main and lateral layers in order to identify inconsistencies, and documenting any errors for future updates; updated the Geodatabase to reflect any corrections. Used Google street view to identify the types of fire hydrants and entering the data into an Excel spreadsheet for further evaluation by the Public Utilities Department at the City of San Diego.

City of Escondido, GIS Volunteer 7/2022-10/2022

Used Google Street View to identify the attributes of the sidewalks; using ESRI software (i.e. ArcMap), edited the city sidewalks layer in order to properly classify them.

Apex Systems for Apple Inc, GIS Analyst 1/2019-1/2020

Worked as GIS Contractor at Apple, Inc. performing GIS Analysis, digitizing, error detection, and editing of data using Apple mapping software. Researched concepts related to software; used satellite photos to look up imagery in order to determine if the data was accurate; tested software; implemented changes and made applicable modifications; and integrated corrections into the GIS database.

Fallbrook Land Conservancy, GIS Intern 2/2015-9/2015

Gathered and analyzed data to deliver trail maps of the Fallbrook Preserves; utilized ESRI products, such ArcGIS, ArcMap, ArcCatalog, and ArcCollector; and researched the concept of topology.

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