Jeff Peters
About Jeff Peters
Jeff Peters is a GIS Technician at the U.S. Geological Survey, specializing in minimizing post-disaster relief costs and loss of life through community exposure assessments. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Geography/GIS and a Master's degree in Geography and Global Studies from San Jose State University.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Jeff Peters has been employed at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in the Geography Discipline since 2010. As a GIS Technician, he focuses on applying geographic information systems to various projects. His work involves analyzing spatial data to support emergency management and disaster response initiatives. Over his 14 years at USGS, he has contributed to significant projects aimed at enhancing community resilience against natural disasters.
Education and Expertise
Jeff Peters holds a Bachelor's Degree in Geography/GIS from San Jose State University, which he completed between 2008 and 2010. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's Degree in Geography and Global Studies from the same institution, graduating in 2016. Additionally, he earned an Associate of Arts degree in Psychology from Cabrillo College, completing his studies there from 2006 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in GIS and community emergency management.
Background
Jeff Peters began his academic journey at Cabrillo College, where he studied Psychology before transferring to San Jose State University. His focus shifted to Geography and GIS, leading to a Bachelor's Degree and later a Master's Degree. This educational path equipped him with the necessary skills to address geographic challenges in disaster management. His career at USGS reflects a commitment to applying his knowledge in practical settings.
Achievements in Disaster Management
In his role as a GIS Technician, Jeff Peters focuses on minimizing post-disaster relief costs and loss of life through pre-event community exposure assessments. He utilizes HAZUS software to analyze the impact of earthquakes on mobile homes in Southern California. His contributions also extend to community emergency management, where he provides GIS-based analyses for tsunami evacuation modeling, enhancing preparedness and response strategies.