WARREN DAVISON

EXPERIENCE

GIS Analyst, City of Waterloo; Waterloo, Ontario - 2013-Present

• Responsible for actively administering corporate datasets and managing integrations of spatial dataset with other systems throughout the corporation.

• Design and support web GIS applications leveraging ArcGIS server and Geocortex software. Develop and author custom GIS workflow solutions to satisfy for business needs across the corporation.

• Engage with various business groups and assist with projects related to integrating their processes with GIS.

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Infrastructure Data Technician, Halton Region; Oakville, Ontario - 2013

• Demonstrated attention to detail in digitizing and attributing storm water infrastructure spatial data for the purposes of financial tracking and asset management.

• Successfully performed software testing to ensure functionality, compatibility with legacy systems, and dataset integrity between ArcGIS 9.3 and 10.1 during system upgrades.

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GIS Analyst, City of Waterloo; Waterloo, Ontario - 2013

• Automated several business processes, including open data publishing, using both FME and python scripting.

• Developed a variety of solution specific spatial data and web GIS applications for internal clients using ArcGIS server and Geocortex software.

• Participated in the creation and maintenance of corporate datasets. Implemented quality assessment processes for detecting discrepancies in data.

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GIS Teaching Assistant, University of Waterloo; Waterloo, Ontario - 2012

• Lead weekly GIS lab session for students enrolled in an introductory GIS course. Provided instructional direction for the application of course material and practical assignments.

• Regularly held office hours to communicate with students and provide assistance with lab assignments or course material.

• Responsible for assisting with managing logistical and administrative tasks pertaining to attendance and grading.

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GIS & Data Management Student, Halton Region; Oakville, Ontario - 2012

• Created, edited, mapped, and georeferenced spatial data related to water and wastewater infrastructure networks.

• Developed and implemented a python scripted geoprocessing toolset to capture and extract infrastructure assets and attributes from digital CAD drawings. Documented this toolset and its functionality in a comprehensive manual.

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Student GIS Analyst, City of Toronto; Toronto, Ontario - 2011

• Updated an array of spatial data and attributes pertaining to road construction and authored complex maps depicting construction season road and utility projects.

• Redesigned the data maintenance practices and the update of geoprocessing models used to coordinate utility and roadwork coordination. Redesign implemented improved data standardization and management policies.

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Bus Operation Planning Student, GO Transit Metrolinx; Toronto, Ontario - 2010

• Updated and managed bus stop database through on-site data collection, repair and replacement of signs, and project planning.

• Surveyed bus routes and accurately catalogued overhead obstacles using laser range finder equipment. Compiled these route obstacles in a database and mapped results for implementation of double decker bus implementation.

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Human Services Data GIS Student, Halton Region; Oakville, Ontario - 2010

• Conducted data collection, preparation, and analysis from a variety of sources including the Canadian census.

• Created thematic maps related to service planning, i.e. food banks, social housing, child care centres, and social services.

• Authored project templates and documented methodologies, datasets, processes, and metadata for staff.

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Snowboard Instructor, Conservation Halton/Glen Eden Ski and Snowboard Centre; Milton, Ontario - 2008-2009

• Achieved certification by the Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors as a Level 1 instructor.

• Organized and led regular lessons for numerous classes, incorporating the CASI (Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors) snowboard instructing tactics, using an incremental skills technique.

• Communicated individual progression to clients on a regular basis, using a constructive feedback system while encouraging a positive learning environment.

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