Geospatial Analyst, Programmer, and DBA

Ryan Blevins Kingsport, TN 423-***-**** **************@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-blevins-91524a33 LinkedIn

Summary

Experienced GIS Engineer / Analyst and Database Developer / Programmer with expertise in spatial data analysis, ETL processes, and database management. Proficient in ArcGIS, QGIS, PostGIS, Python, SQL, HTML and VBA, with a track record of automating workflows and supporting high-impact projects in meteorological forecasting and global weather reporting. A clear communicator with the ability to explain technical concepts simply, and open to roles requiring security clearance.

Skills

●GIS Software: ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, QGIS, GeoServer, PostGIS, GIS Configuration

●Programming Languages: Python, SQL, VBA, HTML

●Database Management: PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Microsoft Access, Excel Macros (VBA)

●Cloud Platforms: Amazon AWS, Google GCP

●Data Visualization: Tableau, ArcGIS Dashboards, Power BI, Canva

Spatial Analysis: ETL Processes, FME, Geodatabase Management, Raster/Vector Data Processing, Remote Sensing

Education B.S. Digital Media, Animation, Illustration, and Modeling East Tennessee State University

Experience

GIS Contractor CWC Land & Survey February 2025 - Current

●Process and prepare vector datasets for survey projects, ensuring accuracy and completeness before final submission to clients for approval.

●Update GIS data into the ESRI Online platform for consumer use.

GIS Analyst II, Database Manager, Junior Partner Adiabat February 2023 - February 2025

●Increased data processing efficiency by 25% by optimizing spatial analysis workflows using Python and SQL

●Migrated legacy systems from on-premises SQL / Excel to cloud-based PostgreSQL / PostGIS databases, improving system efficiency by 20%.

●Reduced map generation time by 2 hours/days through automation, enabling faster delivery of meteorological forecasts

●Configured and Updated ESRI Suite applications (ArcGIS, Server, Portal, ArcMap, etc.) to support enterprise GIS operations and ensure system reliability.

●Collaborated with cross functional teams to deliver 20+ high profile projects, meeting 100% client deadlines

●Enhanced map and website user engagement by 15% through the development of intuitive interactive visualizations in ArcGIS Online and QGIS

GIS Analyst/Database Developer Meteorological Connections January 2019 - February 2023

●Automated ETL processes, reducing manual data entry by 12 hours per week and increasing data accuracy by 95%

●Maintained and optimized GIS databases supporting over 20 terabytes of spatial data, ensuring 99.9% system uptime and data integrity

●Delivered 10+ ad-hoc weather reports per month, supporting time-sensitive decision-making for government and commercial clients

●Maintained and updated website content using HTML

●Built automated web scraping solutions using Python and Selenium to extract and process data from dynamic web pages with HTML coding

●Reduced client report turnaround time by 25%, improving customer satisfaction and repeat business

●Trained and mentored a team of 3 analysts, improving team productivity

GIS Analyst Programmer Meteorological Connections June 2011 - January 2019

●Managed global weather model outputs, delivering 500+ timely reports per week/month to support real-time operational decision-making

●Reduced system downtime by 99% through proactive GIS database maintenance and troubleshooting

●Developed automated data visualization processes, decreasing project completion time from 2 days to 6 hours

●Maintained operational website, ensuring 99.9% uptime and seamless data access

●Provided support for global weather initiatives, delivering current, forecast, and historical weather data to meet client needs.

References available upon request.

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