David Kimball
david (dot) kimball (at) state (dot) ma (dot) usExperience
Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (formerly Department of Environmental Management)GIS Specialist and other positions, 1998 to present
- Supported staff throughout the agency with geographic analysis, map production, data development, and training, primarily using ArcMap and other ESRI software
- Developed interactive web mapping applications in support of DCR programs using ArcGIS API for JavaScript, Dojo, OpenLayers, GeoServer, Google Maps API, SLD, XHTML/HTML, Javascript, CSS, XML, and Photoshop
- Managed a large fleet of Trimble GPS units (GeoXH/XT/XMs with ArcPad and GPScorrect)
- Developed custom GPS data collection applications using ArcPad Studio/VBScript/XML
- Collected and maintained large GPS datasets including trails and infrastructure data, and trained numerous DCR staff and consultants in GPS use
- Developed GIS data editing, map production, and analysis applications using Avenue/VBA/VB6/AML
- Worked extensively to support land acquisition staff with deed and survey research, maintaining agency Open Space land holdings, and land acquisition planning
- Received Commonwealth Citation award in 2013 (group), 2007 (individual), and 2006 (group)
GIS Coordinator, 1998 - 2001
- Started and developed the GIS program at the Sanctuary as part of a cooperative project between the Norcross Wildlife Foundation and DEM
- Developed an ArcView 3-based system for tracking conservation land acquisitions and habitat areas for the 5,000 acre sanctuary using Avenue customizations to the ArcView interface
Education
Oberlin College, Oberlin, OhioBachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, 1996
- Graduated with a GPA of 3.48 (3.63 in major)
- Coursework included Ecology, Environmental Policy, Computer Science
Certificate in Geographic Information Technologies, 2000
- Earned a 4.0 GPA in courses including ARC/INFO, AML Programming, Avenue Programming, Cartography, Web Design for GIS Applications, and Java Programming
Volunteer Experience
Boston Natural Areas Network, Boston, MA, 2006- Updated BNAN's database of 150 community gardens and parks in Boston using the city parcel database along with orthophotos and Pictometry
- Created a detailed map which was integrated into their 2007 community garden brochure
- Trained youth interns and staff to create a series of maps in ArcMap showing lead levels in urban gardens in Boston's Dudley neighborhood