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Mele Koneya

Scottsdale,AZ

Summary

Strategic and results-driven GIS professional with extensive experience in enterprise geospatial solutions, IT project management, and cross-functional collaboration. Highly skilled in ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise, geospatial analysis, database management, and IT change management. Strong leadership capabilities, including supervising teams, managing budgets, and fostering interdepartmental partnerships. Adept at translating complex business needs into cutting-edge GIS solutions that drive operational efficiency, enhance decision-making, and support critical public services. Proven track record of leading GIS implementations, optimizing data workflows, and managing high-impact projects within government and private sectors.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

GIS Analyst

City of Scottsdale
04.2006 - Current
  • Manage upgrades, data migrations, and seamless data exchanges to oversee and optimize the city's enterprise ArcSDE geodatabases. Design and enhance GIS SQL spatial databases to maximize efficiency, performance, and scalability.
  • Deploy, configure, and maintain ESRI ArcGIS Server-based applications. Develop and manage GIS datasets, establishing critical geospatial connections with enterprise business systems to support departmental objectives.
  • Leverage GIS and non-spatial databases to generate high-value analytical products using GIS tools and methodologies.
  • Evaluate, customize, and implement updates to Geographic Information Systems/Land Information System (GIS/LIS) software to improve functionality and efficiency.
  • Continuously monitor GIS systems, ensuring they align with business requirements and performance standards.
  • Collaborate with city departments to assess GIS needs and design tailored applications using ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, and ESRI tools such as Survey123, Dashboards, Field Maps, and Workforce.
  • Engineer software solutions, designing user interfaces, developing enterprise databases, and executing complex programming using JavaScript, Microsoft Visual Studio, and other industry-standard tools.
  • Provide citywide GIS support by troubleshooting system issues, managing installations, optimizing configurations, and delivering comprehensive user training.
  • Lead special GIS projects, incorporating new data layers and generating visual assets for key presentations.
  • Train City staff on GIS applications, including Desktop GIS, Web GIS, and GPS tracking. Manage IT projects involving GIS and non-GIS initiatives, driving successful implementation and long-term system support.
  • Mentor and oversee GIS Technicians, providing guidance and quality assurance to enhance team effectiveness. Develop intuitive dashboards, web maps, and visual content to present complex GIS data in a clear, user-friendly format.
  • Recognized as the primary GIS resource within the city, providing critical maps and data analysis to support decision-making across departments.
  • Played a critical role in securing approval for Scottsdale fire ambulance services by delivering comprehensive spatial analysis and mapping, directly influencing state-level decision-making.
  • Contributed to wildfire mitigation efforts by mapping treatment areas, supporting grant submissions to the Arizona Department of Forest and Fire Management, and enhancing public safety initiatives.
  • Showcased GIS expertise at the Esri User Conference and Esri Safety and Security Summit, with work selected for publication in the prestigious Esri Map Book.
  • Committed to continuous learning by actively engaging in webinars and online courses, ensuring proficiency in emerging GIS technologies and best practices.
  • Maintain and operate GIS hardware, including workstations, printers, plotters, and GPS units, ensuring seamless technical functionality.

GIS Analyst

Maricopa Association of Governments
12.2001 - 04.2006
  • Trained and supervised staff in ESRI GIS software, including ArcGIS, Workstation Arc/Info, and ArcView 3.x, enhancing overall GIS proficiency. Passionate about leading and developing others.
  • Installed and configured software for the Transportation Division, ensuring seamless team functionality.
  • Served as an on-call GIS consultant for the Transportation Division and supplied GIS data and analytical support to internal teams, member agencies, and external consultants.
  • Provided GIS software training and troubleshooting support to internal staff, increasing adoption and efficiency.
  • Developed interactive web-based mapping user guides and conducted instructional sessions for member agencies, councils, and human services groups.
  • Led planning and negotiations with consultants and vendors to implement web mapping solutions and GIS initiatives.
  • Defined and expanded GIS service offerings for the Central Arizona Project in collaboration with the MAG Information Center (MAGIC). Promoted GIS solutions and services to MAGIC clients.
  • Presented agency ArcIMS implementations at the 2004 ESRI User Conference and represented the agency at Arizona Geographic Information Council (AGIC) meetings, advocating for GIS advancements and collaboration.
  • Fostered relationships with MAGIC clients, ensuring continued engagement and data-driven decision-making support.
  • Acted as a key agency representative at ESRI user conferences and professional networking events.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with GIS professionals, planners, and municipal officials across Maricopa County.
  • Led the strategic planning and execution of GIS Enterprise implementation and expansion, enhancing agency-wide geospatial capabilities. Applied Microsoft Office tools to streamline GIS-related tasks and project documentation.
  • Created commute shed maps for regional job centers, aiding in demographic data analysis and workforce planning.
  • Compiled, edited, and validated GIS base data for the Central Arizona Project, ensuring data accuracy and usability.
  • Conducted spatial analysis and generated GIS insights for MAGIC clients, supporting data-driven decision-making.
  • Spearheaded geospatial analysis efforts to develop maps and visual reports for water demand projections within the Central Arizona Project.
  • Designed, developed, and maintained ArcIMS web mapping applications, enabling seamless access to MAG data for member agencies and the public.
  • Served as the agency lead for ArcIMS application enhancements; developed, implemented, and maintained ArcSDE geodatabases, optimizing spatial data management and integration.
  • Established metadata standards and documentation procedures. Designed and structured geodatabases to efficiently organize spatial and tabular data, streamlining GIS project execution and analysis.
  • Engineered ArcIMS applications to support online population and employment projection data analysis, improving decision-making processes.

Education

Master's Degree - Community and Regional Planning

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Geography – Urban Studies

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE

Skills

  • ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Enterprise, C#, Python, Arcade, SQL Server, Visual Studio, Adobe Create Suite, ArcGIS GeoEvent Server

Accomplishments

    GISP

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • GIS Analyst, Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, Lincoln, NE
  • GIS Analyst, Nebraska Department of Water Resources, Lincoln, NE
  • GIS Analyst, Department of Water Resources, State of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE

CORE COMPETENCIES

Geospatial Technologies | Database Management | Enterprise System Integration | Geospatial Analysis | Project Management | Solution Architecture | Strategic Planning | Needs Assessment | Stakeholder Engagement | Business Analysis | Effective Communication | Cross-functional Collaboration | Proposal Development | Data Management | State & Local Government Operations | IT Change Management | Workflow Optimization | Budget Management | Problem Solving | Interdepartmental and Regional Collaboration | Enterprise Data Analysis | Contract Management | Relationship Building

Timeline

GIS Analyst

City of Scottsdale
04.2006 - Current

GIS Analyst

Maricopa Association of Governments
12.2001 - 04.2006

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Geography – Urban Studies

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Master's Degree - Community and Regional Planning

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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