Summary
Rachel Stevenson-USGS is a geospatial analyst based in Boulder with nine years of experience applying cartography, GIS analysis, and quality assurance across federal and academic projects. Currently completing an M.A. in Geospatial Technology at the University of Colorado Denver while working at the Colorado Department of Public Safety, she bridges practical emergency-management data needs with polished map design. Her USGS tenure includes developing a Swift mobile app, building interactive Leaflet web maps, and leading QA and editor transitions for The National Map Corps, plus conference presentations to communicate technical work. Rachel pairs technical fluency in ArcGIS/QGIS and web mapping with hands-on tutoring and outreach, reflecting a knack for translating complex spatial processes for diverse audiences. She’s pursuing GIS professional certification and aims to move into a GIS technician role where she can continue combining field-focused data stewardship with innovative cartographic workflows. An often-overlooked strength is her background in community coordination and military administrative systems, which contributes disciplined project management and stakeholder communication to her geospatial practice.
9 years of coding experience
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Communications, Associate of Arts (A.A.), Communications at Brookdale Community College
M.A Geospatial Technology, Geospatial Technology, 3.8, M.A Geospatial Technology, Geospatial Technology, 3.8 at University of Colorado Denver
Geographic Information Systems Certificate, Geographic Information Systems, Geographic Information Systems Certificate, Geographic Information Systems at Front Range Community College
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Sociology and Anthropology, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Sociology and Anthropology at Towson University
English, Irish