GIS Analyst · Princeton, TX

Justin
Rugwiza

Geographic Information Systems Analyst with nearly 4 years of experience in FEMA Risk MAP, floodplain analysis, DFIRM production, spatial data management, and remote sensing — turning complex geospatial data into decision-ready insights.

Spatial data
made clear.

I specialize in translating complex spatial datasets into clear, decision-ready maps and insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. My work spans FEMA flood hazard programs, regional water planning, infrastructure GIS, and Python-driven workflow automation.


Skilled in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, QGIS, Python, SQL, LiDAR, HEC-RAS support, and AutoCAD/Civil 3D coordination — with a BS in Geography & Cartography and a GIS Certification from the University of North Texas.

ArcGIS Pro / ArcGIS Online
Python & SQL for GIS
FEMA Risk MAP / DFIRM / FIS
QGIS
LiDAR / Remote Sensing
AutoCAD / Civil 3D
HEC-RAS Support

Professional
history.

Jul 2022 – May 2026
Freese and Nichols
Houston, TX
GIS Analyst
  • Developed and maintained GIS datasets, maps, and spatial analysis products for FEMA Risk MAP, DFIRM, FIS, LOMR, NFHL, Regional Flood Plan, and Regional Water Plan projects.
  • Used Python and SQL to automate geoprocessing workflows, improve data consistency, and strengthen analytical pipelines.
  • Supported FEMA Risk MAP deliverables including DFIRM mapping, flood hazard dataset review, FIS report exhibits, LOMR-related mapping, and floodplain map production.
  • Prepared planning-level maps and spatial datasets to support flood mitigation, watershed management, infrastructure, and regional water-resources decision-making.
  • Coordinated GIS outputs with engineering and water-resources teams using ArcGIS Pro, HEC-RAS-related inputs/outputs, and AutoCAD/Civil 3D data.
  • Reviewed and prepared floodplain mapping layers, terrain-informed spatial datasets, and regulatory flood hazard information for quality, consistency, and cartographic presentation.
Jun 2022 – Jul 2022
Freese and Nichols
Houston, TX
GIS Intern
  • Supported GIS staff with data collection, editing, and analysis for infrastructure and planning projects.
  • Used ArcGIS and Excel to perform quality control checks and prepare spatial datasets for mapping and analysis.
  • Assisted in producing maps and figures for client deliverables; gained hands-on experience with enterprise geodatabases and map services.
Oct 2020 – Dec 2021
Lowe's Companies
Princeton, TX
Customer Service Associate
Assisted customers with purchases and product selection, resolved issues professionally, and maintained thorough product knowledge to recommend solutions.
Apr 2018 – Sep 2019
United Smart Tech
McKinney, TX
Cell Technician
Repaired and troubleshot mobile phones and devices, communicated technical information to customers, and documented repairs with accurate service records.

Core
competencies.

GIS Platforms
ArcGIS Pro ArcGIS Online QGIS ModelBuilder Geodatabases
Programming
Python (ArcPy) SQL Geoprocessing Automation Spatial Queries
FEMA & Floodplain
Risk MAP DFIRM FIS Reports LOMR NFHL Floodplain Analysis
Remote Sensing
LiDAR UAV / Drone Mapping Terrain Analysis Point Clouds
Engineering Tools
AutoCAD Civil 3D HEC-RAS Support H&H Modeling
Data & Cartography
Data Visualization Map Production QA/QC Metadata Spatial Analysis
01 FEMA Risk MAP deliverables, DFIRM production, FIS report support, LOMR-related mapping, and NFHL data workflows
02 Regional Flood Plan and Regional Water Plan GIS support, floodplain analysis, and water-resources mapping
03 LiDAR, remote sensing, UAV/drone mapping, and terrain data interpretation for infrastructure and environmental projects
04 Python and SQL automation for GIS workflows, spatial data queries, and analytical pipeline development
05 Thematic map design, data visualization, and communicating spatial results to technical and non-technical stakeholders
06 Sustainability-informed spatial analysis and environmental/infrastructure GIS deliverables

Academic
background.

2017 – 2022
University of North Texas
B.S. Geography & Cartography
GIS Certification · Sustainability Certification

Relevant coursework: Advanced GIS Programming, Intro to GIS, LiDAR Remote Sensing & Applications
2014 – 2017
Collin College
A.S. Environmental Science

McKinney, TX


🌿
Sustainability Certification
University of North Texas
Dec 2022
📊
Data Science Orientation
Coursera
Jan 2022
🐍
Python for Data Science and AI
Coursera
Jan 2022

Berrien County, MI
Prelim FIS 2024.

Lead GIS Analyst for the Berrien County, Michigan Preliminary Flood Insurance Study (FIS No. 26021CV003C) — a 3-volume, 257-page FEMA Risk MAP deliverable preliminary-issued August 30, 2024, covering all jurisdictions in Berrien County. Created flood profiles for 19 flooding sources across the county including major rivers, drains, and tributaries.

📋 FIS No. 26021CV003C 📍 Berrien County, Michigan 📅 Preliminary · Aug 30, 2024 📄 3 Volumes · 257 Pages 🗺 86 Flood Profile Panels
Flood Profile Bedortha Drain
Panel 01P · Vol 2
Bedortha Drain
Flood Profile Bridgman City Drain
Panel 03P · Vol 2
Bridgman City Drain
Flood Profile Galien River
Panel 07P · Vol 2
Galien River
Flood Profile Granger Drain
Panel 16P · Vol 2
Granger Drain
Flood Profile Hickory Creek
Panel 24P · Vol 2
Hickory Creek
Flood Profile Ox Creek
Panel 31P · Vol 2
Ox Creek
Flood Profile Paw Paw River
Panel 49P · Vol 3
Paw Paw River
Flood Profile St. Joseph River
Panel 62P · Vol 3
St. Joseph River

Let's work
together.

Open to GIS Analyst roles, geospatial consulting, and collaborative projects in flood hazard mapping, water resources, and spatial data analysis.