Ryan Costa
Arden
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
City of Brevard
Brevard
06.2025 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, delivering critical support and assistance to individuals in distress.
- Patrolled assigned areas, monitoring suspicious activities and ensuring community security.
- Enforced laws and regulations within city limits, contributing to a safer community environment.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and investigations, facilitating legal processes and accountability.
Park Ranger
NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Bear Mountain
04.2022 - Current
- Assisted Park Police and Park Forest Rangers in missing persons searches, forest fire suppression, and aiding injured hikers, enhancing safety and response efforts
- Patrolled Harriman State Park & Bear Mountain State Park in both remote and populated areas ensuring patrons were abiding by park rules
- Coordinated communications support for Park Forest Rangers, providing trail and general information to park patrons, improving visitor experience and safety
- Supported Park Forest Rangers in clearing and cutting trails and woods roads for hikers and events, ensuring accessibility and safety for park visitors
- Set up traffic patterns and manned traffic posts for park-hosted runs and races
Environmental Field Technician
ADS Environmental
Congers
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Analyzed and interpreted wastewater flow data to inform system management decisions
- Assessed hydrology of wastewater systems to provide clients with tailored recommendations
- Installed and maintained wastewater system meters to ensure accurate flow measurement
Hunting and Fishing Sales Associate / Sales Leader
Dick's Sporting Goods
West Nyack
04.2015 - 01.2020
- Led sales associates and oversaw daily department operations, ensuring a high standard of customer service
- Engaged with customers to address concerns and provide solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction
- Analyzed sales data, tracked revenue targets, and identified department trends to inform strategy
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY05-2011
Skills
- Crisis management
- Conflict resolution
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Trail maintenance
Certification
- Google IT Support Certificate, Google, 02/22
- CompTIA IT Fundamentals ITF+ Certification, CompTIA, 04/23
- Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190), NWCG, 12/23
Timeline
Police Officer
City of Brevard
06.2025 - Current
Park Ranger
NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
04.2022 - Current
Environmental Field Technician
ADS Environmental
01.2020 - 04.2022
Hunting and Fishing Sales Associate / Sales Leader
Dick's Sporting Goods
04.2015 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
Ithaca College