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Jay Monk-Baumann, GIS analyst

Professional Summary

Detail-oriented Geospatial Professional with over 4 years of experience delivering high-accuracy geospatial products for utility and government sectors. Expertise in spatial analysis, QA/QC workflows, and photogrammetric data processing. Proven track record of managing complex mapping projects with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to high client standards.

Technical Skills

  • GIS Software: ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, QGIS, Global Mapper

  • Computer Tools: PSI Data Viewer, Windows Explorer, Microsoft office suite, google workspace products

  • Imagery Production: Adobe Photoshop, Inpho Applications Master for photogrammetry, AT results analysis and troubleshooting, Color Balancing, ArcGIS production tools

  • Geospatial analysis: Remote Sensing, Photogrammetry, LiDAR Processing, Network Analysis

  • Programming: Python (ArcPy & Python, following AI guidance and QC)

  •  Data Management: SQL, File Geodatabases, various ESRI dataset models for mosaics or network analysis

Work Experience

GIS Analyst / Senior GIS Technician
NV5 | Portland, OR | June 2022 – May 2026

  • Rigorous QA/QC: Produced and validated geospatial deliverables supporting utility right-of-way and government mapping contracts. Selected by leadership to handle complex AOI deliverables due to consistently high quality and attention to detail. Performed QA/QC against client specifications.

  • Photogrammetry & Imagery Processing: Processed remotely sensed and ground survey data using photogrammetric methods to generate accurate orthoimagery over right-of-way zones.

  • Satellite Imagery & GEOINT Feature Extraction: Analyzed GEOINT and imagery data to identify features of interest, digitized and attributed following strict standards for client requirements in scale, topology and attribution. Supported government and utility contracts and managed controlled unclassified information under strict compliance standards.

  • Workflow Automation & Efficiency: Utilized ArcGIS and python automation tools to streamline geoprocessing tasks, significantly increasing workflow efficiency on my production team. Developed a graphic to demonstrate methodology for batch processing using NV5 and native Esri tools and communicate this with colleagues.

  • Technical Leadership & Tool Development: Spearheaded a development initiative by identifying a workflow gap and submitting a tool enhancement ticket; led a cross-functional team of developers and technical specialists through pre-release testing phase to optimize tool functionality and integration.

  • Interdisciplinary Teamwork: Partnered with subcontractors, project managers, and internal teams to coordinate deliverables and ensure on-time execution of client contracts.

  • Software Migration & Training: Authored technical documentation and led internal ArcGIS Pro training workshops.

  • Client Service Skills: demonstrated attention to detail in producing work according to client specifications, working with task leads and project managers to ensure the quality and accuracy of my work. When I made mistakes, I was accountable to my actions and worked to correct the original error, and learn from the error what I could. Collaborated with project management in "Five Why's" exercises.

PAST WORK EXPERIENCE

My previous work experiences feature a diversity of career pursuits. I have explored work opportunities ranging from education and special education support roles at schools and outdoor classrooms, mental health and counseling treatment centers, guiding recreational tours, transportation and delivery services from cargo bicycles, and working in grocery stores.

 

Each of my career experiences have provided me an exceptional experience in practicing work ethic, customer service skills, and perseverance in the face of challenging situations. I have excelled in environments that were dynamic and flexible in their structure, where I could leverage my attributes in agility, stamina, spatial intelligence, emotional intelligence, and effort combined with patience while learning additional career skills.

Shop Coordinator and Tour Guide  |  Pedal Bike Tours  |  Portland, OR  |  2018-2021  | 

  • Started as a shop staff, was promoted to shop coordinator the following year and then tour guide.

  • Provided attentive service to customers from diverse backgrounds and varying abilities. Committed to providing exemplary customer service for guests on bike tours. 

  • Mentored new guides and shop staff in the skills and knowledge needed for their position.

  • Received feedback on my own work from management and more experienced tour guides.

  • Managed competing priorities for customer support with tour guests and rental customers. 

  • Experience handling cash, using an electronic POS system for sales accounting.

  • Responsible for opening and closing procedures at the bike shop.

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Store Associate, Nutrition dept  |  Fred Meyer  |  Clackamas, OR  |  2020-2021 |

  • Assisted customers with questions, recommendations, and evaluating product quality in a grocery retail environment.

  • Skilled at following instructions for high quality customer service and managing multiple store areas.

  • Supported department operations and maintained an organized, customer ready area.

  • Maintained product selection and and date freshness in natural foods frozen, refrigerated, shelf stable and nutritional supplements.

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Paraeducator, Substitute and Full Time  |  Portland Public Schools  |  Portland, OR  |  2017-2018

  • Skilled at following instructions for curriculum plans; responsive to children’s needs and ability levels.

  • Ability to work on a team and collaborate with professional peers for student success.

  • Supports teachers and parents by proactively engaging in planned activities.

  • Models respectful conduct to promote student learning of kindness and healthy relationships.

  • Experience with behavior management and mentoring students in individual and small group settings.

Certifications

Remote Pilot Certificate, April 2023-Present

  • Qualified to execute commercial drone operations.

  • Ability to support mission planning and operations for piloting

  • Surveying GNSS ground air target points

  • Maintaining visual line of sight (VLOS), and aerial data acquisition.

Education

  • Willamette University, Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy, Women and Gender Studies

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  • Portland Community College, Certificate, Geographic Information Systems

 

  • City Repair Project, Certificate, Urban Permaculture Design

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