OLIVIA PANIS-WELLS
Santa Cruz
Summary
I am a part of multiple organizations at UC Santa Cruz, that require community service, strong communication skills, and the ability to not only lead but work well with a team. I am very willing and eager to learn and try new skills.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Recruitment
Kappa Alpha Theta
- Spearheaded and managed all aspects of recruitment, including strategic planning, event coordination, and team leadership, resulting in a 59% increase in new member intake.
- Led team in conducting comprehensive interviews and assessments for prospective members.
- Trained recruitment team on best practices, tools, and techniques to optimize candidate engagement.
- Analyzed recruitment metrics to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making processes.
- Fostered relationships with campus organizations to build partnerships for talent sourcing initiatives.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to identify staffing needs and create proactive recruitment plans.
- Optimized applicant tracking systems and other technology platforms, leveraging data and automation to simplify and enhance the candidate experience.
- Explained human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, and regulations to each member.
Volunteer
Court Appointed Special Advocates
03.2024 - Current
- Engaged with community organizations to raise awareness about child welfare issues.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
Babysitter
Sarah Rae
06.2022 - Current
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
- Developed and implemented creative playtime routines to enhance children's social skills.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's behavior and progress.
- Managed meal preparation, adhering to dietary restrictions and promoting healthy eating habits.
- Organized age-appropriate games and activities, fostering physical development and teamwork.
- Maintained cleanliness of play areas, ensuring a hygienic space for children's activities.
- Adapted to changing schedules and needs, demonstrating flexibility in caregiving approaches.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
CONTENT CONTRIBUTOR
Joe Thompson for City Council
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Collaborated with team to develop social media strategies, increasing online engagement.
- Researched and wrote engaging content for campaign materials, enhancing voter outreach efforts.
- Increased social media shares and interactions through the creation of compelling headlines and shareable content pieces.
- Edited and proofread written content for clarity and accuracy, ensuring high-quality communications.
Education
No Degree -
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SANTA CRUZ
06-2027
High School - undefined
GOLDEN WEST HIGH SCHOOL
CA01.2023
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COLLEGE OF THE SEQUOIAS
CA01.2023
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CSU FRESNO
CA01.2023
Skills
- Creativity
- Team building
- Problem-Solving
- Leadership qualities
- Strong Communication
- Recruitment process outsourcing
- Diversity and inclusion
- Social media recruiting
Timeline
Volunteer
Court Appointed Special Advocates
03.2024 - Current
CONTENT CONTRIBUTOR
Joe Thompson for City Council
01.2024 - 04.2024
Babysitter
Sarah Rae
06.2022 - Current
High School - undefined
GOLDEN WEST HIGH SCHOOL
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COLLEGE OF THE SEQUOIAS
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CSU FRESNO
Vice President of Recruitment
Kappa Alpha Theta
No Degree -
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SANTA CRUZ