MICHELLE L. MITCHELL
**** *********** ***** · Huntingtown, MD 20639
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SUMMARY
Extensive local and federal governmental work experience in Office Management. Expertise in database creation and management, document design, preparing and presenting complex reports. Organized large scale events to include training seminars and judicial meetings. Highly efficient in Microsoft Office Suites, organizational structures and procurement. Routinely worked with highly sensitive and confidential information. Detail oriented, change agent and problem solver. Grant management and application experience at the state and federal levels.
EXPERIENCE
JULY 2003 – JANUARY 2019
JUDICIAL SECRETARY/COURTROOM CLERK
CIRCUIT COURT OF CALVERT COUNTY MARYLAND
Managed the day-to-day operations, schedules, administrative duties and court proceedings for the Office of the Magit
Provided professional and confidential assistance to the Magistrate for Family and Juvenile Services for Calvert County, in the office and in the courtroom to include scheduling and task management.
Researched and developed a standard operating procedures training manual, used by the circuit court law clerks in order to familiarize themselves with the duties and responsibilities of the Office of the Magistrate and how it relates to their duties and responsibilities.
Designed and administered new employee training objectives and standards.
Managed the Maryland State Department of Human Resources Judiciary’s Cooperative Reimbursement Agreement Child Support Grant including the projections, modifications and reporting.
Oversaw the drafting, filings, reviews and preparations of Court related motions, correspondences, pleadings and orders in compliance with the Maryland Rules and Procedures.
Coordinated the appointment process of Best Interest Attorney’s for
contested family law cases.
Managed the administration of court ordered drug and paternity testing.
Drafted reports, correspondences, court orders, proposed findings and recommendations.
Organized and secured court evidence, recordings and hearings.
JULY 2008 – JULY 2010 (PART-TIME POSITION)
REGISTRAR
CALVERT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Registered incoming patients at the hospital’s Urgent Care Center.
Verified health insurance eligibilities and received payments.
Maintained the file accuracy and confidentiality of patients’ medical records.
Provided comprehensive training to new employee.
AUGUST 1984 – FEBRUARY 2001
CONFIDENTIAL ASSISTANT
US DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY/OFFICE OF THRIFT SUPERVISION
Direct report to Director. Acted as the administrative and personal assistance to
the Director overseeing the day-to-day office operations.
Maintained strict confidentiality regarding sensitive and confidential information related to the duties of the Director.
Served as liaison between the Director and Congressional Committees, White House Staff, Treasury Department Officials, industry leaders and members of the public.
Acted on behalf of the Director by answering inquiries, expediting the flow of information and improving relationships.
Collected, analyzed and evaluated information to prepare and present special reports.
Kept the Director apprised of matters of interest and provided guidance and support as appropriate.
Monitored employee productivity and provided coaching to staff members and secretarial positions.
Coordinated employee conferences and training in order to enhance productivity and performance.
Planned community programs in order to support and create cultural awareness.
EDUCATION
1985 – 2003 (45 credits)
COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND, LAPLATA, MARYLAND
PARALEGAL STUDIES
1981 -1984 Diploma
SURRATTSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL, CLINTON, MD
SKILLS
Expert - Microsoft Word
Expert - Excel Spreadsheets
Expert - Outlook
Expert - PowerPoint
Expert - Legal Research
Expert - SASI-Calc
Expert - Kaufman Alimony Guidelines
Expert – Maryland Electronic Court Management (MDEC)
Advanced – HotDocs
TRAINING
Maryland Electronic Court Management (MDEC)
CourtCall
HotDocs
Computer Security Education & Awareness
(County and State of Maryland)
Violent Critical Incident Response
Active Shooter
Maryland Domestic Violence Portal
ACTIVITIES
My passion is animal rescue. I enjoy painting, reading, watching movies, and spin class.