Ian Manning

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  GIS Student, with natural sciences background and public-outreach/communication experience seeking a rewarding, challenging position with the Esri Canada Associate GIS Professional Program.
  

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  Adv. Diploma in Geographic Sciences: GIS Concentration, COGS (Expected completion May 2015).
  
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  Strong analytical, organizational and presentation skills using ArcGIS 10.X suite (ArcView, ArcMap, ArcCatalog).
  
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  Utilizing GIS as an education/outreach tool.
  
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  Active, Community-Minded, Ready for adventure!
  
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  Positive, enthusiastic and dedicated employee.
  
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  Strong communicator, problem-solver, creative thinker and technical writer.
  
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  Automating workflow within the GIS environment.
  
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  Excellent problem solving skills, strong time-management and attention to detail.
  
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  Knowledge of GRID Modelling, Map Algebra, and Geostatistics.
  
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  Database Management with SQL*Plus, Sequel Server, and Oracle.
  
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  Experience leading, designing and facilitating public outreach events.
  
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  Conducting term-long directed Research project with AGRG.
  
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  Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access)
  
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  Valid St. Johns Ambulance First Aid + AED.
  

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  Conducted field research on the Atlantic Whitefish and American Eel.
  
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  Drove boats, cars, and organized gear for field research.
  
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  Delivered presentations on aquatic species at risk to local middle schools and community events.
  
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  Compiled data electronically and by hand.
  

Forest Health Assistant

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  Conducted forest health surveys in North-Western AB.
  
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  Collected data electronically, and manually.
  
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  Performed invasive plant, and forestry surveys.
  
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  Public Outreach Presentations.
  

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  Led nature tours on the topic of: birds, plants, trees, nocturnal wildlife, and sea-life.
  
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  Kept statistics on park usage, and program participation.
  
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  Contacted and booked external presenters in park.
  
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  Facilitated educational programs in provincial camping parks across Western NS.
  
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  Elmridge Farms LTD, Centreville, NS May – August 2010
  
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  Farm Worker
  

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  Performed physical labor in all weather conditions.
  
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  Prepared fruits and vegetables for sale at market.
  
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  Drove vehicles around the farm containing: workers, produce, or equipment.
  

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  Annapolis Valley Regional Library, Kentville/Port Williams, NS June – August 2008, 2009
  
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  Junior CAP Intern
  

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  Designed and delivered computer classes for library patrons.
  
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  Taught people with little-to-no computer experience to use email, Microsoft office and other computer programs.
  
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  Collected data on computer usage, and program demographics. Promoted library programs.
  

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  Education
  
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  Centre of Geographic Sciences (NSCC) September 2014-May 2015
  
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  Advanced Diploma in Geographic Sciences: GIS Concentration
  
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  University of Prince Edward Island September 2012-April 2014
  
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  Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation
  
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  Maritime College of Forest Technology, Fredericton NB September 2010 – April 2012
  
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  Diploma in Forest Technology
  
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  Advanced Diploma in Fish/Wildlife Technology
  
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  Volunteer Work, Interests and Activities
  

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  Volunteer as environmental-educator, badminton coach, NSCC Test-Drive Mentor, GIS-Day presenter.
  
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  Active member and founder of Naturalist Societies.
  
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  Plant identification, fishing, birding, hiking, gardening, camping, photography and reading.
  
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  Soccer, badminton, squash, cross-country running, and hockey.
  

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  Awards, Certifications, and Training
  
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  2012 Garfield Weston Scholar William A. Reddin Scholarship 2013 (Botany) Canadian Institute of Forestry Gold Medal 2012 MCFT Proctors Award 2012 Communications, Dendrology Prize 2012 Nature Conservancy of Canada Prize, 2012 St John’s Ambulance Emergency First Aid + AED Chainsaw Safety Training [MCFT] ATV Safety [NB] Snowmobile Safety [NB]

  Defensive Driving [NS] 2012 [NS], 2013 [AB] Safety Start Program [Government NB] Firearm Safety [RCMP] Restricted Firearm Safety [RCMP] Hunter Safety [NB] Bow Hunter Safety [NB] Trapper Education [NB] Helicopter Safety [Canadian Helicopters] WET and WILD educator certified Electro-fishing Certification [CRI]

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  References
  
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  References Available Upon Request.