Ryan Martin
Broadway,VA
Summary
Fisheries Technician with the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources, skilled in field sampling techniques and data analysis. Monitored endangered Candy Darter populations by sampling the diets of locally stocked rainbow trout to determine a possible effect of predation. I am a collaborative team player, I excel in fast-paced environments while ensuring accurate data collection.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Fisheries Technician
West Virginia Department of Natural Resources
Morgantown, WV
03.2025 - Current
- Supported sustainable fisheries management through the collection of biological samples for diet, size, and movement analysis of stocked trout.
- Monitored fish populations using electro fishers.
- Conducted routine maintenance on field equipment, ensuring accurate data entries during surveys.
- Project assisted with the development and implementation of trout stocking programs to ensure protection of an endangered species.
Volunteer Long Term Brook Trout Habitat Study
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Collected stream data through transects inside of various habitat units throughout the length of the site.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of habitat restoration projects to enhance Brook trout spawning and rearing habitats.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife And Fisheries (Emphasis On Fisheries)
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05.2026
Associate of Science -
Richard Bland College
Petersburg, VA05.2024
Skills
- Field sampling techniques
- GIS Analyst
- Data recording and assessment
- Electrofishing techniques
- Species identification
- Radio telemetry and tracking
- Fisheries management
- Fish population surveying
Timeline
Volunteer Long Term Brook Trout Habitat Study
West Virginia University
07.2025 - 08.2025
Fisheries Technician
West Virginia Department of Natural Resources
03.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife And Fisheries (Emphasis On Fisheries)
West Virginia University
Associate of Science -
Richard Bland College