Hi, I am Emily!
My passions are for traveling, water conservation, geography, storm tracking, nature and wildlife. I like to know how things work, and enjoy collecting and analyzing data. I believe learning is a life-long mission, and that experience is the ultimate reward for life's challenges.
Thank you for visiting!
Emily J. McDaniel
- GIS Analyst at SWFL Water Management District
- Graduate Student at University of West Florida
- Certified Florida Master Naturalist by University of Florida
Email:
ImbuedEm@gmail.com
Location:
Clearwater, Florida
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EXPERIENCE
March 2019 - Present
GIS Analyst
Southwest Florida Water Management District
Brooksville, Florida
Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing imagery review, and quality control through the data collection bureau's mapping team. GIS student intern 2019-2023.
February 2021 - June 2023
Guest Engagement Associate
Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Clearwater, Florida
Ensure guests are being taken care of. Provide behind the scenes tours, informal and formal educational presentations, and explain the purpose and importance of the marine hospital.
June 2021 - September 2022
Summer DFP '22 and Volunteer
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Atlanta, Georgia (Remote)
Data organization and entry with a team developing an endangered species dashboard using federal species reports such as recovery plans and SSAs with adherence to the Wildlife Protection Act (1972) and the Endangered Species Act (1973); developed communications plan and SharePoint sites. Participating in the development of Florida Ecological Services Newsletter.
August 2019 - August 2020
Contracts Processor
​Wyndham Destination
Clearwater Beach, Florida
Laid off due to COVID-19.
Preparation of timeshare sales and contracts for sales department and property owners. Data entry, maintenance of legal documents, tour reception, and general office work as assigned.
December 2018 - October 2019
Inventory Supervisor
Phyle Inventory Control Specialists
Clearwater, Florida
Inventory data management and 10-key data entry using wireless Radio Frequency and Checkpoint IQ. Detail orientation and flow supervision required for accuracy during large-scale inventories at locations such as Publix and Hobby Lobby.
September 2016 - October 2018
Guest Experience Associate II
Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Clearwater, Florida
Ensured guests were being taken care of. Provided behind the scenes tours, educational presentations, and explained the purpose and importance of the marine rehabilitation hospital.
June 2018 - August 2018
Manatee GIS Summer Intern
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
St. Petersburg, Florida
Research-oriented data entry and analysis, using geographical information systems, for the Florida manatees under the Marine Mammal Research department.
July 2014 - February 2019
Manatee Tour Guide
Manatee Eco-tourism Industry
Crystal River, Florida
Worked on the boats as Captain's first mate and eco-tour guide. Educated guests about manatees and their environment. Took photographs for guests during manatee eco-tours. Answered phones for questions and reservations.
April 2014 - March 2016
Manatee Watch Volunteer
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
Crystal River, Florida
Assisted US Fish and Wildlife Service staff in providing information about manatees to the public. Monitored compliance with rules and regulations for safety of public and wildlife. Assisted with research-based data collection associated with manatee movement and interaction during cold season of 2015.
August 2011 - July 2015
Manatee Aquarium Volunteer
South Florida Museum
Bradenton, Florida
RIP Snooty 2017. Prepared food, hand fed, and assisted in the bi-yearly health assessments of Snooty the Manatee. Fed, observed, and contributed to the arrival and release of rehabilitating manatees. Assisted as a spotter for scuba divers.
EDUCATION
August 2019 - August 2023
Master's Degree
University of West Florida
GIS Administration
January 2017 - May 2019
Bachelor's Degree
Eckerd College
Environmental Studies and Biology
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September 2009 - December 2015
Associate's Degree
Academy of Art University
Photography
SKILLS
Adobe Photoshop - Intermediate
Adobe Acrobat - Intermediate
Microsoft Products - Advanced
SharePoint Sites - Intermediate
Windows System - Advanced
Linux System - Intermediate
Geoprocessing - Intermediate
Spatial Analysis - Proficient
ArcGIS 10.6 - Intermediate
ArcGIS Online - Proficient
ArcGIS Pro - Intermediate
Data Collection - Intermediate
Data Analysis - Intermediate
Communication - Advanced
Organization - Advanced
Metadata - Intermediate
Global Mapper/LP360 - Proficient