Olivia Mayo
Tiffin,IA
Summary
My name is Olivia Mayo, I am 23 years old and Graduated Kirkwood for Parks and Natural resources-AAS degree. I have always had a passion for the outdoors, which led me to Johnson County where I have returned for three summers. I am determined and eager to learn and develop professionally to better myself in the parks system. I have strong communication skills and am adept to working not only with a team but by myself. I have three years park experience as well as 4+ years in public service and guest focused work.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Park Ranger Intern Seasonal
Johnson County Conservation
Oxford, IA
03.2025 - Current
- My third year as a seasonal. I previously worked this position in 2023 and 2024.
- Assisting with programs through Outdoor Mentors.
- Completing daily custodial duties.
- Keeping records of daily activities through logs.
- Use of hand and power tools as needed.
- Building strong professional relationships with coworkers, as well as guests who visit.
- Enforcement and familiarity with park rules and regulations.
- Completing maintenance tasks as necessary.
- Comfortability of working alone, as well as with other staff members, to complete necessary tasks.
- Completion of CPR training.
- Engagement with the public as a representative of the Johnson County properties.
- Working towards my pesticide applicator's license, as well as acquiring my CDL learner's permit.
- Participated in painting, installation and removal of signs, custodial tasks, recording of important data, mowing and maintenance of campground among other tasks required.
Team Lead
Chik Fil A
Moline, IL
10.2018 - 01.2023
- Conferred with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments.
- Motivated and empowered team members to build customer satisfaction and loyalty to support retention and growth.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Maintained daily inventory to facilitate successful material distribution.
- Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
- Conducted thorough quality checks to verify conformance to specifications.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Rotated through series of different stations based on team needs.
Volunteer
Niabi Zoo
Coal Valley, IL
- Greeted guests and offered assistance in finding specific departments or personnel.
- Offered support and assistance to community members.
- Worked with various bones, furs and animals to educate guests on wildlife.
- Assisted with children's camps at the zoo.
- Helped engage youth with activities based on our helper animals and other tools.
Vice President FFA
Riverdale High School
Port Byron, IL
- Coordinated for meetings.
- Created ideas and game plans for various activities.
- worked closely with other officers for various projects.
- Volunteered for community projects such as AG Day, River clean up, and community education days.
- Participated in National and State convention.
- Participated in meetings for further involvement involving the principle, and various other staff.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA04-2024
Skills
- Workplace safety
- Work planning and prioritization
- Issue resolution
- Attention to Detail
- Problem solving
- Verbal and written communication
- PPE compliance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Ability to continue to learn and grow
- Building strong professional relationships
Timeline
Park Ranger Intern Seasonal
Johnson County Conservation
03.2025 - Current
Team Lead
Chik Fil A
10.2018 - 01.2023
Volunteer
Niabi Zoo
Vice President FFA
Riverdale High School
Associate of Applied Science -
Kirkwood Community College
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