Ellen Davis
Corvallis
Summary
Excellent communication skills, public relations and people oriented focus. My entire 30 year Forest Service career involved public relations and interaction, public speaking, excellent interpersonal skills and problem solving. I am highly motivated, reliable and dependable. I love working with the public and believe I will be a great asset to your business.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Coord - Interagency Grizzly Bear Comm
United States Forest Service
Missoula, MT
01.2005 - 01.2019
- Supported project teams by coordinating schedules, facilitating annual meetings and managing documentation.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis to inform decision-making processes.
- Facilitated communication between agencies to streamline operations and enhance collaboration.
- Managed budget to fund programs associated with grizzly bear management and recovery
- Developed and maintained interagency coordination and communication with Interagency partners including the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Forest Service, and the Canadian Wildlife Services, Alberta/British Columbia.
Public Affairs Specialist - Burned Area Recovery T
U.S. Forest Service - Bitterroot National Forest
Hamilton, MT
04.2001 - 01.2005
- Developed and implemented public outreach strategies to enhance community engagement and understanding of forest service management initiatives.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to gather input and foster collaboration on conservation projects.
- Coordinated educational programs for diverse audiences, promoting awareness of natural resource stewardship.
- Managed digital communication platforms, increasing information accessibility for the public and stakeholders.
Public Affairs Specialist
U.S. Forest Service
Tongass National Forest - Ketchikan, Alaska
01.1998 - 04.2001
- Developed communication strategies to enhance public engagement with forest conservation initiatives.
- Coordinated outreach programs to inform communities about sustainable land management practices.
- Analyzed stakeholder feedback to refine messaging and improve community relations efforts.
- Managed social media campaigns to raise awareness of environmental issues and agency activities.
- Worked closely with the Forest Supervisor and Supervisor's Office Leadership Team to implement Forest Programs and communicate those goals directly to the Public.
Executive Assistant to Forest Supervisor
U.S. Forest Service
Tongass National Forest - Ketchikan, Alaska
01.1994 - 09.1998
- Managed executive calendar, coordinating appointments and meetings for efficient time utilization.
- Prepared and organized confidential documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal standards.
- Facilitated communication between departments, fostering collaboration and enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Developed procedures for document management, improving retrieval times and reducing processing delays.
- Streamlined travel arrangements and itineraries, optimizing logistical planning for executive travel needs.
- Implemented project tracking tools, enhancing visibility of ongoing initiatives and deadlines across teams.
Education
Associate of Arts - Communications With An Emphasis in English
University of Alaska - Souutheast Alaska Campus
Ketchikan, AKSkills
- Interpersonal skills
- Public speaking talent
- Customer-oriented
- Customer relations
- Administrative skills
- Problem resolution
- Motivation
- Team player
- Customer retention
Timeline
Executive Coord - Interagency Grizzly Bear Comm
United States Forest Service
01.2005 - 01.2019
Public Affairs Specialist - Burned Area Recovery T
U.S. Forest Service - Bitterroot National Forest
04.2001 - 01.2005
Public Affairs Specialist
U.S. Forest Service
01.1998 - 04.2001
Executive Assistant to Forest Supervisor
U.S. Forest Service
01.1994 - 09.1998
Associate of Arts - Communications With An Emphasis in English
University of Alaska - Souutheast Alaska Campus