Experience

• Design and develop custom applications using Drupal content management system (CMS) software
• Provide web development support, CMS administration, and custom application development for the School of Business
• Implement sleek, highly functional, and responsive web interfaces using modern JavaScript and CSS frameworks and libraries
• Fetch and process JSON-formatted data using JavaScript and PHP
• Apply user centered design principles to create intuitive, positive experiences
• Review CMS sites for compliance with university and accessibility standards
• Contribute digital design assets, from concept to execution
• Lead and participate in web development training for team members
• Participate in conferences and meetings as organizer, presenter, and attendee
• Serve as lead for development projects, communicating directly with client stakeholders
• Mentor junior team members

• Collaborated with analysts, database administrators, and project managers to gather requirements, develop, deploy, and support enterprise solutions for clients operating nationally and internationally
• Designed and programmed custom, web-based software solutions with emphasis on map-based data management tools
• Interacted with client stakeholders on-site, and remotely
• Planned and implemented relational database designs for web-based applications, using SQL Server and ASP.NET
• Leveraged web services and application programming interfaces (APIs) from client-side applications using JavaScript
• Developed map controls using HTML and JavaScript to replace existing Silverlight components
• Constructed wireframe diagrams to prototype application interface designs
• Created custom graphics for application branding and user interface elements
• Participated in code reviews to reinforce standards and best practices
• Provided direction for application development as project lead
• Mentored junior team members

As Senior GIS Analyst and GIS Director:

• Installed and configured server software, including ArcGIS Server components, Web server software, and relational database management systems
• Maintained the County’s ArcGIS Server implementation, including an enterprise geodatabase
• Scripted data migration processes using Esri’s ArcPy Python site package
• Organized project requests through the implementation of a custom-designed work order system, using Drupal’s content management system (CMS) software
• Constructed complex models to automate nightly tasks
• Supported county staff through map creation and data analysis
• Assisted staff by troubleshooting issues related to software and analytical questions

Additional responsibilities as GIS Director:

• Prepared annual budgets by efficiently allocating funds in a reasonable and responsible manner
• Presented monthly updates to the Board of County Commissioners, and as needed for special projects and requests

• Founded a private company to provide personal and commercial photography and design services
• Photographed individuals and families and provided finishing services, including color enhancement and retouching
• Provided custom web development services for small businesses, including support
• Designed printed promotional materials for clients
• Consulted with new and existing local businesses to establish and update Web sites for marketing products and services
• Produced art prints for display and sale inside a small business in downtown Olathe

• Supported the implementation and development of enterprise-wide GIS services
• Collaborated with GIS staff to create custom, standardized templates for web-based mapping applications, delivering content from ArcIMS and ArcGIS Server services
• Designed, programmed, and tested desktop and web-based GIS applications for internal and external use
• Managed inter-departmental GIS and information technology projectss
• Developed and delivered effective training to staff and studentss
• Created and presented the Olathe GIS/Information Technology Services (ITS) learning station for the Learning About Olathe third-grade program
• Contributed to the graphic design and programming of the City's internet and intranet sites
• Provided digital assets for web graphics and program branding, including infographics, icons, and logos

• Instructed students at the Longview and Maple Woods campuses
• Developed lesson plans and student evaluation materials for GEOG 228: Administrative Issues in GIS
• Facilitated discussion of GIS concepts and increased awareness of issues related to managing a GISS
• Provided hands-on experience through projects modeled after real-world scenarioss

• Helped launch a private corporation to provide technology solutions based on open-source products
• Established timelines based on client needs and design specifications for Web site development projects
• Designed custom themes for the Drupal content management system
• Provided support for projects through documentation and onsite training

• Constructed detailed project plans and estimates based on specifications from clients and project managers
• Created and maintained desktop and web-based GIS applications for internal and external use
• Traveled to client sites to assist with installation, training, and application development
• Provided support, troubleshooting issues affecting a wide range of programming languages and software
• Presented at technical seminars and conferences