Olivia Williams
Chino,CA
Summary
Sustainability coordinator with six years of hands-on experience engaging communities in sustainable practices. Passion for cultivating environmental stewardship and promoting social equity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant II
City of Monterey Park
Monterey Park, CA
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Coordinated interdepartmental meetings to support implementation and tracking of City’s Sustainability Plan.
- Maintained official zoning map using ArcGIS, ensuring accuracy with proposed zoning modifications.
- Managed scheduling and communications for Planning Division, enhancing document organization.
- Assisted in preparation of Planning Commission agendas, minutes, public notices, and mailings per compliance requirements.
CivicSpark Fellow
CivicWell
City of Monterey Park
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Coordinated the development of the city's Sustainability Plan and updated GHG inventory
- Lead an interdepartmental team to identify priority sustainability initiatives
- Engaged community organizations, stakeholders, and agencies
- Developed and implemented an outreach plan to gain community input on the Sustainability Plan
- Created educational materials, presentations, and events to engage the public in sustainability efforts
Safari Guide and Conservation Educator
Walt Disney World Resort
Orlando, FL
06.2018 - 05.2021
- Drove 40 passenger truck through wildlife reserve while narrating observations
- Developed interpretive, educational, and engaging training material
- Collaborated with multiple departments on large scale projects
- Fostered an environment of continuous learning and environmental stewardship
Educator
Denver Zoo
Denver, CO
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Taught education outreach programs in schools and libraries
- Facilitated play-based learning through games and hands on activities
- Utilized peer and leadership feedback to improve interpretive skills
Interlibrary Loan Assistant
Collins Memorial Library
Tacoma, WA
10.2013 - 12.2016
- Processed interlibrary loan requests through a global library cooperative
- Quickly developed knowledge of multiple software systems
- Maintained communication with coworkers to promote uninterrupted workflow
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Policy And Management
University of Denver
Denver, CO08.2021
Timeline
Administrative Assistant II
City of Monterey Park
09.2024 - 03.2025
CivicSpark Fellow
CivicWell
09.2022 - 08.2024
Safari Guide and Conservation Educator
Walt Disney World Resort
06.2018 - 05.2021
Educator
Denver Zoo
06.2016 - 08.2017
Interlibrary Loan Assistant
Collins Memorial Library
10.2013 - 12.2016
Master of Science - Environmental Policy And Management
University of Denver