Ryan Bottorff
About Ryan Bottorff
Ryan Bottorff is a Hydrologic Technician with a Master of Science in Hydrology and Water Security from the University of Oklahoma. He has a diverse background that includes military service, customer service, and various roles in environmental science.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Ryan Bottorff has been employed at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) as a Hydrologic Technician since 2021. In this role, he applies his expertise in hydrology to support various projects and initiatives related to water resources. His position involves managing and analyzing hydrologic data, contributing to the agency's mission of understanding and addressing water-related issues.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Bottorff holds a Master of Science in Hydrology and Water Security from the University of Oklahoma, which he completed in 2021. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from Southern New Hampshire University, studying from 2017 to 2020. His educational background equips him with a solid foundation in environmental science and hydrology, complemented by his proficiency in Microsoft Office applications for data management and analysis.
Background
Before transitioning to a civilian career in environmental science, Ryan Bottorff served in the U.S. Army as a Cavalry Scout from 2004 to 2018. His military experience, which included a 14-year tenure in the Anchorage, Alaska area, provided him with valuable skills in team building and customer service. Following his military service, he worked in various roles, including positions at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Previous Experience at U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Ryan Bottorff worked at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) in two capacities. He participated in the Directorate Fellowship Program for three months in 2019 in Logandale, NV, and later served as a Biological Science Technician from 2020 to 2021 in Cambridge, Maryland. These roles allowed him to gain practical experience in biological science and further develop his skills in environmental conservation.