Aidan Sulak
Bozeman,MT
Summary
Professional with strong expertise in wildlife management, habitat conservation, and ecological research. Demonstrates high level of adaptability and commitment to team collaboration, ensuring objectives are met efficiently. Known for strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and proactive approach to addressing environmental challenges. Proven track record in fostering positive outcomes through effective communication and strategic planning.
Overview
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Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Bear Handler
Montana Grizzly Encounter
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Oversaw daily animal care and welfare, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Managed feeding schedules, maintaining optimal nutrition for resident bears.
- Developed enrichment activities to promote natural behaviors in captive bears.
- Monitored bear behavior and habitat conditions, reporting changes to senior staff promptly. Maintained wiring on electric fencing/barriers.
- Conducted public education sessions, enhancing visitor understanding of wildlife conservation as well as bear safety talks including demonstrations on proper use of bear spray.
- Customer service/cashier at ticket booth and in gift shop.
Wild Game Processor
Yellowstone Wild Game Processing
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Skinned, quartered, and separated muscle groups of harvested game animals; packaged meat for customers. Made specialty meats like sausage and jerky for customers.
Conservation Aid 3 – Duck Bander (Game Management Division)
Nevada Department of Wildlife
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Set up swim-in traps, baited with corn and monitored with game cameras.
- Captured ducks for banding to create first data point (location). Identify species of duck (biased sampling: 98% mallards due to type of trap used). Determined each duck’s age, sex, skull length, and weight, before releasing.
- Communicated with local landowners to get permission to band on their property.
- Observed ducks for signs of botulism; poss. rehabilitated or dispatched those infected.
- Conducted oral and cloacal swabs ducks for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza weekly.
- Entered data into Excel or Access for cross-examination. Prepared final banding report.
Weed Crew Intern (Fishing Access Sites)
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Performed weed control at FAS, utilizing both backpack & ATV boom sprayers.
- Cleaned and maintained all equipment & vehicles used for weed control.
- Documented daily weed-control usage specifications on office computer.
Education
Master of Science - Environment, Natural Resources, & Society
University of Wyoming
Laramie, Wyoming05-2026
B.S. - Biological Sciences—Fish And Wildlife Ecology & Management
Montana State University
Bozeman, Montana05-2022
Skills
- Habitat studies
- Wildlife population studies
- Data collection & analysis
- GIS & GPS
- Technical reports
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
- Leadership
Certification
- Certified Instructor of Hunter Safety Program, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks - 2025
- Certified Wildland Firefighter 2, Firebrand Forestry - 2026
Timeline
Bear Handler
Montana Grizzly Encounter
02.2023 - 05.2024
Wild Game Processor
Yellowstone Wild Game Processing
10.2022 - 12.2022
Conservation Aid 3 – Duck Bander (Game Management Division)
Nevada Department of Wildlife
06.2022 - 09.2022
Weed Crew Intern (Fishing Access Sites)
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
06.2021 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Environment, Natural Resources, & Society
University of Wyoming
B.S. - Biological Sciences—Fish And Wildlife Ecology & Management
Montana State University