Kelsey Ramsey

Ramseykp@gmail.com
Portland, Or 97217

Personal Statement________________________________________________________________________
I am an aspiring geospatial professional seeking a position to utilize and expand my knowledge and skills in GIS.

Education__________________________________________________________________________________
 Portland Community College 2016 - 2017  Portland State University 2009 - 2014
 GIS Certificate  Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies
 President of the PCC GIS Club  Spanish Minor

Skills and Software_________________________________________________________________________

 ArcGIS and Extensions  Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
 AGOL  Microsoft Office
 QGIS  Python

Experience_________________________________________________________________________________
GIS / OSP Technician – Tilson Technologies 2017 - Present
 Field collection of utility pole connectivity,  Actively seek other projects to help the
ownership, GPS Location and photographs. company meet and exceed goals and
 Utilize Excel and Google Maps together to expectations of clients
assist in navigating between utility poles.  Transfer attributes within HLD projects using
 Provide weekly reports to supervisors about ArcGIS 10.x
current project’s status.  Care for company and rental vehicles as well
as survey equipment.

GIS Technician – The City of Vancouver, Wa 2017

 Field collection and documentation of
geospatial data using ESRI Collector
 Visually assess and record as-built pedestrian
transportation assets pertaining to ADA
compliance
 Utilize GPS positioning and aerial imagery to
document exact locations of deficiencies
 Coordinate and collaborate with team
members to maintain efficiency and
troubleshoot work-flow issues

President of the PCC GIS Club 2016 - 2017

 Facilitate GIS Club meetings  Correspond with Project leaders
 Attend local ASPRS meetings  Create ASPRS Financial Report
 Update Head of the Geography Department  Review ASPCC funding requests
on progress of projects and events
Wildland Fire Fighter - Patrick Environmental 2014
 Collaborated with a crew of 20 firefighters  Tours lasted up to three weeks without
 Drive Type-6 Fire engines during active duty returning to base.
 Fire suppression with hand tools, water  Managed physical and mental stress amongst
supported suppression and oxygen self and other crew members
deprivation

Service Writer/Sales - Western Bikeworks 2015 - 2017

 Translate customer needs to mechanics  Maintain organization of service department
 Troubleshoot bikes in disrepair on the spot  Keep service department navigable for all
 Write detailed service tickets mechanics and sales staff members
 Create and manage pending transactions

Internship - The Street Trust (formally the Bicycle Transportation Alliance) 2014
 Utilized M.S. Excel to summarize bicycle parking facility usage data for reports later presented to PBOT
 Collaborated with local businesses to implement a bicycle counter system for maintaining employee commute
data.

President of the PSU Bicycle Transportation Alliance 2013

 Lead group rides aimed at empowering individuals with a safe framework for bicycle navigation and
operation within the urban landscape.
 Organized and hosted school events aimed at recruiting new members and riders.
 Hosted public meetings for open floor type discussions about bicycle transportation.

Mechanic/Retail - PSU Bike Hub 2012 - 2014

 Worked retail and as a floor mechanic for the university’s bicycle shop.
 Communicate and teach customers about specific mechanical issues.

Canvasser - OSPIRG 2009 - 2011

 Engaged with individuals as a door-to-door canvasser.
 Create conversations with residents at their door and on the streets concerning environmental issues.
 Maintain high energy and positivity during all weather conditions.

Interests and Hobbies

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 ASPRS Student Member

 Cully Neighborhood Farm Volunteer
 Track and Road Cyclist – Category 3
 Bike Touring - 6,000 miles across South America and 4,000 miles across North America
 Musician – Guitar and Piano
 Alpine rock and mountain climber
 Member of Northwest Trail Alliance
References
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Geography Faculty & Department Chair, PCC City of Vancouver Patrick Environmental
Christina Friedle Steve Furno Austin Hergert
Portland, OR 97219 Vancouver, Wa, 98668 Redmond Or, 97756