GIS Analyst Specialist, Aerial Imagery Specialist
Resume:
RODNEY JOHNSON
Paradise, Utah *****
*******@*****.***.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Senior GIS Specialist with over 20 Years of Experience analyzing aerial photographs to detect and interpret significant agricultural, resource or topographical data, scanning data for input to GIS, importing of CAD layers to GIS feature classes. Proficient with LiDAR and the extraction of the different classifications. Proficient in ArcGIS Pro and ArcMap (ArcGIS Desktop) along with Microsoft 365 Tools. Thorough and intelligent individual dedicated to creating user-friendly data, documenting the technical procedures and the production of maps and charts where requested. Hard worker and self-Starter who communicates with management, staff members and clients to ensure a least-cost delivery of the product with complete customer satisfaction.
SKILLS
GIS administrator, orthophotography specialist, NAIP image specialist, GIS professional, Windows system and GIS scripting, Computer systems administrator,
WORK HISTORY
Freelance Cartographer and GIS Specialist • Self
Logan, UT • February 2022 to Current
Proficient with QGIS, ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Desktop
Enhanced map accuracy by meticulously reviewing and updating geographic data.
Leveraging LiDAR data for client's desire to find artifacts under dense brush cover
Developed custom cartographic solutions to address specific client requirements and objectives.
Collaborated with Remote Sensing Professionals to ensure seamless integration of rectified spatial image data into cartographic output.
Integration of GPS Data into GIS systems
GIS Analyst • Osceola Consulting
Remote • May 2024 to September 2024 – Contract Ended.
Client: Sempra Energy, SoCAL Gas & SDG&E (SanDiego Gas & Electric)
Proficient with Enterprise ArcGIS FM 10.8
Compiled leak and pipeline data for field use
Performed Geoprocessing and geocoding on various layers using GIS Analytical tools
Performed analysis for gas leaks, pipeline data and annexation verifications
Produced cartographic products for company presentations.
Maintained comprehensive knowledge of current industry trends, developments, tools, or techniques relevant to IT specialists.
Contributed to centralized GIS portal and ArcGIS database, correctly inputting data on new job sites and revising data on changing conditions.
GIS Analyst/Coordinator • US Department of Agriculture
Salt Lake City, UT • January 2003 to April 2019
Strengthened collaborations between departments by serving as a liaison between GIS teams and other functional areas within an organization.
Specializations include, but not limited to Global Positioning Systems, Aerial Imagery, Orthophotography, Geospatial technologies, Scanning of Hardcopy maps for integration into GIS.
Over 20 years’ experience using and teaching ArcGIS desktop applications
Maintained public trust security clearance level for governmental projects and operations for over 30 years.
Developed and executed operating system, HTML and SQL scripts in addition to custom GIS applications and visualization tools
Managed County Executive Directors on the process to collect external data using GPS then trained how to upload GPS data into ArcGIS Desktop
Was on the National procurement team investigating, testing and writing documentation on different GPS units tested using a standard procedure..
Wrote technical but easy-to-read documentation on GIS and GPS procedures giving county office personnel and easy to read manual. Also, exported the manuals to HTML for in-house intranet use.
Extensive experience in public relations in addition to graphical presentations of geospatial technologies using ArcGIS and Microsoft tools including but not limited to, Excel, Word, Power Point, Access RDBMS and Outlook.
Used ArcGIS software to produce cartographic, detailed maps.
In-person mentoring of other state specialists assisting them in launching the GIS program for their state
Provided in-person training classes for county office personnel multiple times per year.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science - Geography, geospatial and earth sciences • Utah State University
Logan, UT • June 1987
UNIX Systems Administration certification: - May 1992
Windows Systems administration Training: - October 2015
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
Mark Gibbons, 435-***-****, Utah State Executive Director USDA Farm Service Agency
Dale Fowers, 801-***-****, Friend and Colleague
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