Riley Davis
West Harrison,IN
Summary
Hardworking and motivated recent graduate looking to gain experience in wildlife field work. Eager to gain more skills and learn different areas of interest within wildlife conservation. Can easily become passionate about different topics as knowledge and experience grows.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal Sharp-tailed Grouse Technician
Montana State University
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Supervisor Name: Mikel Newburg (MT FWP)
- Contact: 406-438-0464
- Used telemetry daily to track grouse, and check nests and broods.
- Flushed birds when necessary for brood/nest checks.
- Determined cause of mortality for grouse found dead.
- Drove work vehicle long distances daily to track grouse via OMNI antenna, and to reach work site.
- Entered data weekly using Excel and Access.
- Communicated with supervisor of the success/failure of different grouse.
- Hiked up to 8 miles a day, navigating steep terrain, while carrying a 20lb pack.
- Use GPS to navigate terrain and track grouse via triangulation/nest/brood points.
Barn Worker
Shawsay Equestrian Center
01.2021 - Current
- Supervisor Name: Kristina Harig
- Contact Number: 513-907-3712
- (seasonal, on school breaks)
- On a daily basis, feed horses grain, hay, mash, and any oral medication
- Turn in/out based on season and weather
- Check over all horses for lameness, wounds, hives, shoes, etc
- Take blankets/fly gear/boots on and off for and after turnout
- Make up grain/supplements for next shift
- Throw/stack hay, clean stalls, dump/fill water buckets
- Generally, make sure everything is in order and safe before leaving the property
Tubing Employee
Perfect North Slopes
01.2017 - Current
- Supervisor Name: Sam Ghast
- Contact Number: 812-584-4207
- (seasonal)
- Greet customers and point them in the right direction of where to go, how to do things, and where to get tickets
- Answer any questions they may have, and help problem solve to fit their situation
- Communicate crowd flow with upper management and ticket sales
- Stack and hand out tubes
- Set up before the regular shift workers came in and close after they left
- Train new employees
Veterinary Assistant
Green Tree Animal Hospital
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Veterinarian: Dr. Joseph Yocum
- Contact: 859-223-2221
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Supported veterinary team in diagnostic imaging procedures such as X-rays and ultrasounds.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY05.2024
Skills
- Handling large animals
- Radio Telemetry
- GPS Navigation
- Vegetation Sampling
- Operation of 4wd/ ATVs
- Trailer hookup/pulling
Accomplishments
- 2022 Georgetown College Student Government President
- 2020-2024 College Track and Cross Country
- Kappa Delta Vice President of Inclusion
- 2021-2022 Georgetown College Student Ambassador
Timeline
Seasonal Sharp-tailed Grouse Technician
Montana State University
05.2023 - 08.2023
Veterinary Assistant
Green Tree Animal Hospital
09.2022 - 10.2023
Barn Worker
Shawsay Equestrian Center
01.2021 - Current
Tubing Employee
Perfect North Slopes
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgetown College