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Lauren Hargis

Fort Collins, CO, USA

Professional Summary:

GIS Analyst with extensive experience developing and managing enterprise geospatial data, web-based GIS applications, and automated workflows within the Esri ecosystem. Proven ability to support environmental compliance and stakeholder engagement initiatives through scalable geospatial solutions, including ArcGIS Online, Survey123, dashboards, and ETL pipelines. Experienced collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality GIS platforms aligned with federal data standards and regulatory frameworks.

Core Competencies:

● ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro/Desktop
● Esri ArcGIS applications: Experience Builder, Dashboards, StoryMaps, Hub, Survey123, Field Maps, Knowledge Studio, and more
● Geospatial Platform Development & Web Applications
● Data Administration, Feature Class Development, Metadata
● ETL Workflows (FME), Python (ArcPy), ModelBuilder
● Stakeholder Engagement & Public-Facing GIS Products
● Environmental Compliance Data (SDSFIE, Federal Standards)
● Technical Documentation, Training & SOP Development
● Microsoft Office, R, SAS

Professional Experience:

USDA ARS Partnerships for Data Innovations, Remote - GIS Analyst
AUG 2022 – FEB 2025

● Developed and maintained enterprise geospatial datasets and applications using ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise to support data-driven decision-making and stakeholder engagement
● Designed and deployed complex Survey123 and Survey123 Connect data collection applications, improving field data accuracy, consistency, and workflow efficiency
● Administered relational geospatial datasets, including feature class development, schema design, and metadata documentation to ensure long-term data integrity and accessibility
● Created interactive dashboards and web-based geospatial products to visualize project data and communicate insights to diverse stakeholders
● Developed and implemented ETL workflows using FME and Python (ArcPy) to transform and integrate data across multiple formats and systems
● Collaborated with project teams and stakeholders to define data requirements, develop workflows, and deliver GIS solutions aligned with project objectives
● Produced engaging StoryMaps and geospatial communication products to support outreach, reporting, and training efforts
● Leveraged Enterprise Knowledge Graph tools to model relationships within datasets and enhance analytical capabilities

Colorado State Forest Service, Fort Collins, CO - GIS Technician
SEPT 2019 – AUG 2022

● Supported and enhanced the Colorado Forest Atlas, a public-facing, interactive geospatial platform delivering wildfire risk data for stakeholder engagement and decision support
● Administered ArcGIS Online organizational accounts, including data management, user access, and application deployment
● Developed and published geospatial products using ArcGIS Pro and Desktop, supporting internal operations and public-facing initiatives
● Managed large and complex datasets (vector, raster, and tabular), including editing, spatial analysis, and raster processing
● Developed Survey123 and Collector/Field Maps data collection forms to support field operations
● Applied and maintained metadata standards to ensure data quality, consistency, and usability
● Created technical documentation and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for GIS workflows and applications
● Developed training materials and led in-person workshops for public users and staff in the use of CO Forest Atlas and Geotracks (internal application), respectively, additionally spearheaded the organization-wide migration to ArcGIS Pro.

Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands, Fort Collins, CO - Environmental Database Specialist
NOV 2017 - SEPT 2019

● Developed automated GIS workflows using FME and ModelBuilder to standardize environmental compliance and restoration data for the U.S. Air Force Civil Engineering Center (AFCEC) GeoBase Program
● Supported environmental compliance initiatives by managing geospatial datasets related to federal land use, restoration, and regulatory requirements
● Ensured compliance with Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment (SDSFIE) through data validation, QA/QC processes, and metadata management
● Performed quality assurance and data validation for environmental datasets across 90+ U.S. Air Force installations worldwide
● Utilized Python and SQL scripting to automate data processing, validation, and analysis tasks within ArcGIS environments
● Collaborated with remote GIS analysts and interdisciplinary teams to support data development and integration workflows
● Developed technical documentation, SOPs, and reports to support federal project requirements and data governance
● Created publication-quality maps and geospatial deliverables for technical reporting

Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Fort Collins, CO - Aquatic Research Technician
MAY 2017 - NOV 2017

● Collected and analyzed biological, chemical, and spatial data to support aquatic ecosystem research and management decisions
● Designed and implemented data collection protocols and managed datasets for statistical and spatial analysis
● Collected and managed geospatial data using GPS and ArcGIS tools
● Contributed to research publications and technical reporting through data visualization and analysis

US Geological Survey, Fort Collins, CO - Student Trainee (Ecology)
JAN 2013 - SEPT 2016

● Designed and conducted laboratory and field research on aquatic ecosystems and water quality impacts
● Managed and analyzed large datasets, including geospatial data collected via GPS technologies
● Developed SOPs, technical reports, and peer-reviewed scientific publications
● Supervised laboratory operations, including training staff and managing workflows and resources

Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO - Graduate Research/Teaching Assistant
AUG 2013 - AUG 2016

● Supported undergraduate instruction in ecology and fisheries science
● Conducted research, data analysis, and technical writing consistent with USGS responsibilities

National Park Service, Fort Collins, CO - Data Manager
SEPT 2012 - Nov 2012

● Managed and verified ecological field data for vegetation and stream monitoring programs
● Ensured accuracy and organization of large datasets in Microsoft Access
● Used ArcGIS to validate geospatial data and standardize formats
● Represented NPS during public-facing scientific outreach events

Education:

Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO - M.S. Candidate
Aug 2014 - May 2017
Graduate Degree in Ecology

Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO - Bachelor of Science
DEC 2012
Major: Natural Resources Management Minor: Fisheries Biology

Publications:

● Hansen, A.G., J.S. Thompson, and L.N. Hargis. Predatory threat of introduced yellow perch in a salmonid-dominated reservoir food web. North Am Journal of Fisheries. 2018
● Hargis, L.H., J.M. Lepak, E.J. Vigil, and C.A. Gunn. Prevalence and intensity of the parasitic copepod (Salmonicola californiensis) on kokanee salmon (Onchorhynchus nerka) in a Colorado reservoir. 2014. Southwestern Naturalist 59(1): 126-129.

Lauren Hargis

Posted 2026-07-20 under Analyst, Applications Developer, Cartography, Consultant, Contract & Freelance, Data Scientist, Database, Forestry, Geospatial, Government, Remote Work / Freelance, Research, Science, Training