Suzie Rizor brings over 20 years of experience in fish and wildlife research, with much of her career focused in the Pacific Northwest. As a Biologist, she has contributed to large-scale acoustic telemetry studies evaluating downstream migration timing and distribution of juvenile salmon and steelhead in relation to hydroelectric systems. She has also led and supported sampling efficiency studies assessing the status and distribution of bull trout and other salmonids.

Suzie’s background includes work with the National Wildlife Research Center, where she directed field and controlled pen studies focused on animal damage management. Her technical expertise spans biotelemetry technologies including PIT, radio, and hydroacoustic systems, along with extensive experience managing large datasets and implementing rigorous QA/QC procedures to ensure data integrity.

In addition to her scientific work, Suzie has authored technical reports and proposals and presented findings at professional conferences. Since 2019, she has served as Office Manager, overseeing daily administrative operations for the Washington offices while managing accounts receivable and payable. She continues to support field research efforts as needed, bridging operational leadership with scientific expertise.