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| Reference ID: | CV-WIPDBGD |
| Updated: | February 25, 2008 |
| Available: | Immediately |
| Will Relocate: | Yes |
| GIS Experience: | 2 years |
| Desired Salary: | $20-$30 per hour. |
| | Email: | pjcgis@gmail.com |
| Primary Phone: | (715)894-0012 |
| Secondary Phone: | (715)894-0600 |
| Address: | 2232 2nd St.
Apt. A
Eau Claire WI 54703-3000 |
| Country: | United States |
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| | | Peter Curry | | | | Educational Experience |
| University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire | Eau Claire, WI | Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Major: Cultural Geography
Dates: January 2000 - December 2004 |
| | | | Professional Experience |
| GIS Technician | Facet Technology | | Nov. 2006 – July 2007 | Eden Prairie, MN | Digitized road vector data in ArcMap so as to revise the Census Bureau’s TIGER files.
Coded previous TIGER road data based on accurate perception of their geography.
Reviewed and amended data digitized and coded by peers in line with varied protocol.
Advised co-workers when consulted for input towards tough decisions with their work.
Solved problems and made decisions collectively and independently on-the-job. | | Fire Education Corps Intern | Student Conservation Association | | May 2004 - August 2004 | Lapwai, ID | Updated geographic and logistical information used by the government for management purposes by collecting GPS data on evaluated properties.
Functionalized GPS point data by developing GIS layers in ArcMap.
Evaluated homes for the Forestry Department of the Nez Perce Tribe as part of an attempt to prevent future wildland fire damage on the reservation.
Reduced the risk of wildland fire damage by executing fuel reduction projects on a handful of residential properties.
Publicized the work of our team by manning information booths at community events, creating and distributing flyers, and calling interested residents. |
| | | | Other Information | PERSONAL PROFILE
GIS: Advanced data management and technical skills.
Can operate alternatively in lieu of encountering technical difficulties.
Administrative aptitude (leading a team and training/teaching).
Substantial experience with public relations and customer service.
Can work independently in a very organized, detailed, and punctual fashion.
STRENGTHS
I work in an organized fashion. I strive to maintain a balance between attention to detail, diligence, and punctuality on the job. I also take criticism humbly and use it innovatively to improve my job performance.
CAREER GOALS
Build upon my skills and experience as a GIS Technician.
Will eventually obtain further training/education to become a GIS Analyst.
Will pursue a master's degree (M.S. or M.A) in geography, depending on the path my career in GIS takes.
COMPUTER SKILLS
ArcView, ArcMap, ArcScene (ArcGIS 9)
AutoCAD Desktop (Basic Functions)
Database Creation and Manipulation
(dBase/.DBF Format in Microsoft Excel)
GPS (Trimble GeoXT & Earlier Models)
Interpreting & Locating PLSS Coordinates
Pathfinder Office (GPS Data Transfer)
Census Bureau & Demographics
(Synthesis & Analysis Of Data)
Creating Graphic Presentations
(PowerPoint & Adobe Illustrator)
Microsoft Word (Type 55+ WPM)
EDUCATION
B.A. : Cultural Geography GPA: 3.81
Global Studies Minor Dec. 2004
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Relevant Coursework
Geographic Information Systems
Strengthened GIS skills by conducting a detailed graphic and statistical review of the history and risk of wildland fires in Los Angeles County.
Advanced Cartography
Demonstrated GIS proficiency by producing maps of manipulated database information and GPS data in ArcMap, ArcScene, and Adobe Illustrator.
Geography Seminar
Displayed thorough understanding of the three major paradigms of geography by examining and interpreting detailed statistics and maps.
Instructed classmates in the use of Excel / ArcMap and facilitated data collection for class projects.
Quantitative Methods in Geography
Revealed ability to answer complex geographic inquires by evaluating data with statistical methods through comparative regional analysis.
AWARDS/HONORS RECEIVED
Golden Key International Honor Society & Gamma Theta Upsilon International
Geographic Honor Society
(Starting Spring Semester 2003).
Academic Distinction / Dean’s List every college semester.
National Dean’s List (Beginning August 2004).
$1,250 Americorps Education Award for 450 hours of volunteer service
(Completed Summer 2004).
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Appalachian Service Project Team Member in Kentucky (1996) & Virginia(1997).
Intervarsity Christian Fellowship mission teams in Mexico (2001 & 2002). | | | Keywords: | ArcGIS, ArcView, GPS | |
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