Jesse Parker13670 Wasp Way #104 ● Woodbridge, VA 22191 ● 864-884-5783 ● parkerwjesse@gmail.com

ObjectiveTo obtain a position as a GIS analyst or developer where I can apply my GIS skills and technological expertiseusing 6 years professional experience working across multiple environmental/municipal domains combined withmy formal education.

Professional Highlights

● Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) graduate with strong GIS professionalexperience.

● Six years progressive GIS experience with ESRI products as well as a wide range of GIS and mapping tools.

● Proficient in Python script/tool/package development.

● Annual performance reviews consistently note high performer who always strives for best efficiency and qualityof product; equally successful in both team and self-directed settings.

● Army National Guardsman assigned to Engineer unit with active Secret clearance.

● As a combat engineer in the army, earned a slot and graduated from Sapper Leader Course, the most eliteengineer school in the military.

EducationVirginia Polytechnic Institute and State University – Blacksburg, VABachelor of Arts – Geography (2011)Minor – Military Leadership

Experience

GIS Analyst, 63rd

RSC IGI&S Manager in support of the United States Army Reserve

Quantum Spatial – October 2015-Present

Dewberry – September 2014 – October 2015

• Developed map products as needed

• Sustained GIS Data Quality Control and Assurance to various governmental data standards (FGDC,SDSFIE, etc)

• Compiled thematic data and records into reports

• Entered delineated map and descriptive information into the GIS through digitizing, key entry or otherstandard data entry procedures

• Used GPS equipment to facilitate data collection and post processing of data.

• Investigated and verified geographic and land use data by making physical inspections and/or surveys ofreal property assets.

• Imported GIS and CADD data and developed, analyzed, manipulated, and extracted data to meet USArmy Reserve requirements.

• Researched the GIS needs of user clients.

• Prepared models, diagrams and technical documentation for GIS applications, GIS database metadataand operating procedures.

• Digitized data and/or utilized GIS/GPS processes to develop spatial data as required for GIS project.

• Utilized GIS/GPS technology to develop and produce maps, data, and reports.

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• Assisted development of quality assurance and performed quality control to ensure a high degree of dataconsistency, integrity, and accuracy for projects.

• Developed Python scripts/tools for GIS data management.

GIS/Field Technician, Conservation Management Institute (CMI) at Virginia Tech– January 2010-Present

● Provided GIS analysis on 15+ natural resource management projects.

● Supervised projects in the office and on field assignments.

● Advanced GIS geoprocessing including model building.

● Instructed “Introduction to GIS with ArcGIS 10.x” class provided to agencies/companies requesting GIS trainingby CMI.

● Delineated wetlands using true color imagery, color infrared imagery, Hydric soil data, digital elevation models,and other data as available.

● Extensively used GIS along with photo-interpretation in the creation and editing of National Wetlands Inventorydatasets using Cowardin classification system for wetlands.

● Mapped land cover in the CONUS and abroad.

● Applied GPS and vegetation monitoring techniques on a field crew to determine invasive species on Ft. Pickettand Quantico Marine Corps Base.

● Maintained and organized datasets along with QA/QC of geospatial datasets, including SDSFIE standards.

● Performed field work including: error checking land cover maps, forest/grassland plot data collection, and utilitiesmapping.

● Gained extensive experience with Trimble 6000 series GPS, and related software, including formal training.

● Produced maps for reports and clients as needed.

● Digitally scanned and georeferenced paper maps for various areas and projects.

Sergeant, Army National Guard – February 2005-Present

● Recognized for leadership skills and ability to complete any task assigned.

● Trained as a heavy equipment operator, supporting many missions associated with road building and repair byoperating construction machinery including wheeled loaders, dozers, graders, and excavators.

● Supervised project safety as company safety NCO (non-commissioned officer) and ensured compliance withOSHA as well as Army safety standards.

Summary of Qualifications

● Deep knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of geography in order to successfully integrate andapply the full range of GIS applications to meet program objectives.

● Proficient in Python computer programming language with extensive knowledge of the arcpy python package.

● Experience with the following programming languages: JavaScript, SQL, HTML (including HTML5), CSS, PHP,Java. As well as experience using Visual Studio with IronPython and using ArcGIS Runtime SDK for QT.

● In-depth knowledge of the principles and practices of automated mapping and remote sensing technologiesincluding coordinate systems, cadastral mapping systems, aerial photography, geo-referencing methods andsatellite image processing allowing the definition and use of the full range of technology in creating geospatialdatabases.

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Quantum GIS browser, Microsoft Office

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● Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.

● Proficient in the following Software: ESRI products (ArcGIS Desktop, Spatial Analyst, ArcPad), PyCharm, ERDASImagine, Geospatial Modeling Environment (Hawth’s Analysis tools), DNRGPS (GPS loading software),