Ryan Mueller
(253) 341-9054 | rmuellerfour@gmail.com | Bellingham, WA
Skills
Software Programs:
ArcGIS Suite, ArcGIS Field Maps, Python, ArcGIS Arcade, Survey 123, Microsoft Office Suite
Career Skills:
Adult CPR and AED Certificate, Native and Invasive Plant Identification, Customer Service, Public speaking, Organization, Data management
Education
Western Washington University | Bellingham, WA
Environmental Studies - Geography emphasis, Geographic Information Science (GIS) certificate and minor | June 2025
Experience
WWU Spatial Institute | Bellingham, WA | November 2024 - June 2025
GIS Research Assistant 2
Use LIDAR and NAIP imagery to digitize stream channel width
Collaborate with a group of GIS analysts to digitize WRIAs around the Puget Sound
Use vector analysis tools to create accurate representations of stream channels
Use data management skills to organize large amounts of data into geodatabases
Create and edit feature classes to digitize stream channels for the purpose of restoration
Whittaker Mountaineering | Ashford, WA | June 2022 - August 2022, July 2023 - September 2023, June 2024 - September 2024, July 2025-present
Outdoor Equipment Associate
Worked closely with a team to ensure climbers had proper gear
Worked with the public to find ways to enjoy Mt. Rainier
Undergraduate Teaching Fellow | Bellingham, WA | September 2024 - December 2024
GIS Lab Assistant
Assisted in teaching students GIS concepts
Answered questions and provided guidance on issues related to GIS
Wade King Student Recreation Center | Bellingham, WA | September 2023 - June 2025
Operations Desk Attendant
Worked with patrons to find the gym activity that fit their needs and interests best
Multi-tasking in a fast paced environment
Activities
Mt.Olympus Leadership Camp | Randle, WA | July 2022 - July 2024
Head Junior Counselor (Volunteer)
Facilitated a group of 15 college students as they taught leadership skills to over 200 highschool students from all across Washington State
Utilized public speaking and event planning skills to organize events for the entire camp
Western Washington University Men’s Rowing | Bellingham, WA | September 2021- June 2025
Varsity Rower
Balanced being a full time student and competing at the national level