Olivia Matzinger
Wasilla
Summary
Personable and empathetic, with genuine passion for helping others achieve emotional well-being. Possesses foundational understanding in psychological principles and effective communication techniques, with focus on active listening and problem-solving. Committed to fostering positive change and providing support to individuals in need.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Juvenile Justice Counselor
State of Alaska
Anchorage, AK
11.2025 - Current
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions to support clients' mental health needs.
- Monitored client progress, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and adjusting plans as necessary.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Utilized my years of fitness experience to bring an appreciation of physical fitness outlet to youth in creative ways.
Staff Officer
United States Army, Ft. Richardson AK
Ft. Richardson, AK
04.2025 - Current
- I was responsible for developing and maintaining both short- and long-term training calendars for all unit operations.
- I coordinated the scheduling and reservation of training areas and landing zones, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for upcoming missions.
- I collaborated closely with civilian Range Control Technicians to ensure full mission readiness and compliance with operational requirements.
- I developed strategic operational plans, aligning multiple sections to achieve company-wide objectives.
- Working at a higher echelon with years of physical fitness experience both for work and personal life, I was tasked to build and execute large scale training operations.
Platoon Leader
United States Army, Ft. Richardson AK
Ft. Richardson, AK
05.2024 - 05.2025
- I developed and implemented training plans for platoon operations. I conducted administrative and financial reviews for my assigned personnel.
- I oversaw accountability and maintenance of military equipment valued in the millions of dollars.
- I led the Family Readiness Group, coordinating communication and support initiatives for service members’ families and organizing fundraising activities to support the unit.
- As a leader I organized daily physical fitness plans to ensure the healthy wellbeing of the soldiers.
Fire Support Officer
United States Army, Ft. Richardson
Ft. Richardson
04.2023 - 05.2024
- I coordinated closely with maneuver elements to integrate and employ fire support assets in alignment with mission objectives.
- I served as a direct advisor to the company commander on all fire support planning and execution matters. I ensured the welfare, readiness, and professional development of my assigned troops, maintaining high standards of morale and discipline.
- I spent time partnered with foreign military forces in Thailand, facilitating joint training and interoperability exercises. Additionally I acted as an observer for airborne operations and evaluated artillery strike accuracy and effectiveness for I Corps.
- As a small team leader, I planned all physical fitness plans to include facilitating said plans to be above standard.
Fire Direction Officer
United States Army, Ft. Richardson
Ft. Richardson
08.2022 - 04.2023
- I served as the primary safety officer for all artillery fire missions, ensuring safe and effective communication between cannoneers and forward observers.
- I oversaw arms room operations as Officer in Charge (OIC), assisting the armorer to maintain strict accountability of ammunition and serialized weapons systems.
- I conducted reconnaissance of terrain to evaluate suitability, safety, and logistical feasibility for future training and operational missions.
- As a small team leader, I programmed and facilitated all physical fitness plans, ensuring soldiers received proper guides to functional fitness.
Education
Basic Officer’s Leader Course - Field Artillery
Ft. Sill
Ft. Sill, OK06.2022
B.A - Criminology
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Professional Piloting
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK05.2028
Skills
- Operational Planning and Execution
- Financial Management
- Personal Supervision
- Microsoft (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
- Counseling
- Treatment plans
- Fitness planning
- Public Speaking and Presentation Development
- Control Tactics
- Verbal Judo
- First Aid/AED/CPR
- Youth Management
Accomplishments
Parachutist Badge
Foreign Parachutist Badge
Global War on Terrorism Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Armed Forces Service Ribbon
West Virginia Emergency Service
Ribbon
West Virginia State Service Ribbon
Highest Physical Fitness graduate (Basic Training)
Certification
- ISSA Certified personal Trainer
- First Aid/AED/CPR
AWARDS
Parachutist Badge, Foreign Parachutist Badge, Global War on Terrorism Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Armed Forces Service Ribbon, West Virginia Emergency Service Ribbon, West Virginia State Service Ribbon
Timeline
Juvenile Justice Counselor
State of Alaska
11.2025 - Current
Staff Officer
United States Army, Ft. Richardson AK
04.2025 - Current
Platoon Leader
United States Army, Ft. Richardson AK
05.2024 - 05.2025
Fire Support Officer
United States Army, Ft. Richardson
04.2023 - 05.2024
Fire Direction Officer
United States Army, Ft. Richardson
08.2022 - 04.2023
B.A - Criminology
West Virginia University
Basic Officer’s Leader Course - Field Artillery
Ft. Sill
Bachelor of Science - Professional Piloting
University of Alaska Anchorage