Patrick Kaltenbacher
MA in Applied Geography and Geospatial Science and a highly adaptable geospatial professional.
918-504-0597
Education
2025
Master of Arts in Applied Geography and Geospatial Science
GIS Certificate
4.0 GPA
University of Colorado - Denver
2018
Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics and Technology
Minor in Sports Management
3.35 GPA
Trinity University
Technical Skills
Work Experience
July 2025 - Present
Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management
Geospatial Analyst
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Lead the design and development of division-wide web-based mapping solutions within ArcGIS Online and Enterprise
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Automate live data flows using Python code in ArcGIS Notebooks to parse APIs and populate visualizations
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Develop custom tools in ArcGIS Pro using Python to automate advanced spatial analyses and data processing
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Administer credits, user types, and licenses for division users within ArcGIS Online and Enterprise
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Provide technical guidance to non-technical GIS users and lead trainings to promote the use of GIS tools
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Collaborate with diverse teams, divisions, and agencies across Colorado to promote knowledge sharing and state-wide GIS synergy
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Thrive in a past faced, chaotic environment in which data accuracy and communication is paramount to public health
August 2024 - July 2025
U.S. Geological Survey
ArcGIS Pro
ArcGIS Online
ArcGIS Enterprise
QGIS
Google Earth Engine
Tableau
Microsoft Excel
Python
R
Jupyter Notebook
VSC
SQL
Adobe Illustrator
Conda
GIS and Geology Research Assistant
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Constructed machine learning model that predicted eolian sediment extents at a national scale with a 90% accuracy
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Automated data processing using Python to format data into relational schema according to USGS best practices
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Developed detailed scientific report and large format poster including a process summary and cartographic depiction of model results
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Researched and compiled data from different state and federal government data sources and formats
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Collaborated with supervisor to manage entire data science process from data wrangling to final classification analysis and reporting
January 2024 - August 2024
National Park Service
GIS and Web Map Intern
Publications
Harrison, C. K., Babiak, K. M., Tingle, J. K., Dickens, J. R., Bukstein, S., Urrutia, J. P., & Kaltenbacher, P. (2023). Eliciting emotional attachment: Jordan Brand and college fan purchasers. International Journal of Sport Management and Marketing, 23(6), 465-492. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJSMM.2023.133770
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Updated database using remote sensing classification methods to convert satellite imagery to vector data
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Collaborated with external GIS staff to translate mapping requests into actionable data operations within enterprise system
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Documented detailed processes and automated workflows with model designer tools to support onboarding of future staff
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Performed quality control by identifying and repairing inaccurate boundaries for numerous parks in QGIS
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Imported map features into NPS database using SQL queries to write to various cartographic tables
January 2024 - December 2024
University of Colorado - Denver
Teaching Assistant, Introduction to GIS
References
Dr. Sam A Johnstone
Research Geologist, USGS
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Hosted weekly office hours to provide conceptual and technical GIS training for dozens of undergraduate and graduate students
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Led class session with QGIS demonstration and facilitated discussion highlighting differences between ArcGIS Pro and FOSS4G alternatives
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Compiled extensive list of free data sources representing diverse scales for student reference
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Reviewed hundreds of GIS lab assignment submissions and provided detailed feedback
Dr. Rafael Moreno-Sanchez
Professor, Director-Faculty, CU Denver
May 2018 - January 2024
Qcue
Sr. Data Integrity Specialist
Barry Kahn
Founder & CEO - Duæl Track
Strategic Advisor - Endeavor
Conferences and Presentations
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Executed independent data analysis projects using SQL queries and Tableau to compile and visualize data from various sources
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Created and maintained detailed process documentation and user guides to support workflow consistency and new employee onboarding
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Maintained relationships and provided application support for dozens of client organizations
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Collaborated with diverse teams to work toward shared goals of customer service and data integrity
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Supported business continuity during COVID-19 as sole Data Integrity team member
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2025 Colorado OIT GIS Summit (Presented)
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2025 Esri Denver Emergency Management Meetup
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2025 GIS-Pro in the Rockies
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2024 City and County of Denver GIS Day
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2023 GIS in the Rockies
Awards and Recognitions
Denver GIS Day 2024 - Student Poster Competition, 3rd Place
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International Map Industry Association (IMIA) Student Spotlight - March Newsletter
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RMANWR Story Map Project - published in Vol. 4 of University's geography journal Confluence
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Fire & Ice Spatial Statistics Project - accepted for publication in University's geography journal Confluence (Spring 2026)