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Gavin Philes

Puyallup

Summary

Political Science graduate with a Sociology minor and experience in quantitative research, data analysis, and client services. Skilled in Excel, SPSS, and policy research. Seeking roles in government, public policy, legal services, research, or administrative analysis.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

CONDUCTED QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH DATA

SEMINAR IN AMERICAN POLITICS
01.2026 - 03.2026
  • . Conducted quantitative analysis of NBA player and coach data from 2021–2025 using Excel.
  • . Collected, organized, and analyzed large datasets to evaluate racial bias in player playing time.
  • . Produced a 15-page research paper synthesizing statistical findings and existing academic literature.
  • RUDY ALAMILLO ALAMILR@WWU.EDU

PARALEGAL OFFICE

CLAIMS MANAGEMENT INC.
04.2025 - 08.2025
  • . Worked with injured clients who needed billing assistance with medical insurance
  • . Worked with team members to provide optimal care for every client, collaboration and problem solving with team members
  • . Gained the ability to work quickly under pressure with accuracy, learned to not make mistakes under pressure as well
  • BILLING DEPARTMENT, JORDAN JACOBS (253)820-2495

HELPER CLERK, PRODUCE MANAGER

GROCERY STORE MANAGER
12.2022 - 07.2024
  • . Leadership opportunities in several locations, collaborating and building relationships with team members to collectively finish tasks
  • . Learned how to finish several tasks in crunch time scenarios while focusing on accuracy
  • DONOVAN SUMNER (253)251-5113

Education

B.A. - Political Science, Sociology Minor

Western Washington University
06-2026

Skills

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • SPSS
  • Quantitative Research
  • Data Analysis
  • Policy Analysis
  • Research Writing
  • Public Speaking
  • Team Collaboration
  • Client Communication

Timeline

CONDUCTED QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH DATA

SEMINAR IN AMERICAN POLITICS
01.2026 - 03.2026

PARALEGAL OFFICE

CLAIMS MANAGEMENT INC.
04.2025 - 08.2025

HELPER CLERK, PRODUCE MANAGER

GROCERY STORE MANAGER
12.2022 - 07.2024

B.A. - Political Science, Sociology Minor

Western Washington University