Record Information Management Specialist and Paralegal
Resume:
DEVELYA MCCULLOUGH
LEGAL RECORDS PROFESSIONAL
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Records Information Specialist, (Contractor) Tia Pedro & Associates
U.S. Security Exchange Commission, Washington, D.C.
August 2017 - August 2018
Provided record management support for litigation, appellate, adjudication case files and other legal opinions files, rulemaking, congressional relations and records related to legal policy, processed records generated or received in conjunction with responding to appeals from denial of FOIA requests, conducted records inventories and apply approved disposition schedules, ensured compliance under the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) regulations and agency-specific records management policies, carried existing project plans, conducted reviews/assessments of the physical record locations/libraries and shared drives for compliance with regulations/ polices and standard operating procedures.
Prepared and submitted the transmittal documentation to the Washington National Records Center (WNRC) for approval.
Prepare and Track record files for offsite retirement, transfer, storage and retrieval
Prepare and revise inventory disposition record files on the 2889 for shedding
Served as the subject matter expert contact point in the organization in responding to the public, the media, other agencies, and employees and officials of the Department
Exercised authority to grant official requests to obtain information from and to gain access to records and automated systems.
Paralegal II, (Contractor) Juri Solutions Inc.,
U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Washington, DC
April 2017- August 2017
Performed e-discovery duties for a litigation project for the CFPB, in the Research, Markets and Regulations Division, assisted in document reviewing the proposed legislation for Payday lending, Vehicle Title, and High-Cost Installment Loans, reviewed electronic files according to industry specific processing, used Relativity 9, and exported documents for client reviews.
Quality Control: Independently work on job requests from queues, performed quality checks to ensure data compliance, makes recommendations for improved workflow, quality, internal documentation, and process to maximize system resources.
Postal Service Processing Clerk, (Seasonal)
United States Post Office, Washington, D.C., 20018
November 2016 to March 2017
Used word processing to manage files and records, answer questions regarding mail regulations and procedures, postage rate, and office boxes, completed forms regarding changes of address, or theft or loss of mail or for special services such as register or priority mail, checked mail and ensured correct postage and proper condition for mailing, kept money drawer recorded and balanced daily transactions, obtained signatures for registered or special delivery mail, provided customers with assistance in filing claims for mail theft, or lost or damage mail.
General Clerk II, DTSV (Contractor)
U.S. Department of Homeland Security, USCIS, Arlington, VA
February 2016 - April 2016
Supported U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) adjudication functions by providing administrative support clerical and scanning for the adjudication process, used systems such as National File Tracking System (NFTS), computer linked application management system (CLAIMS3), Nationals System, and electronic immigration systems (ELIS) to process various immigration applications.
Added new files and reassign files within National Files Tracking Systems (NFTS) process approved petition for alien relative applications(I-130) and proofread data
Senior Paralegal, Deloitte, (Contractor)
U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.
February 2015 - November 2015
Loaded data into Relativity and Summation, decompressing and extracted documents from Compound Files in a Relativity and Summation database, performed Troubleshooting of data loading problems, converted native files into endorsed TIFF images using government approved tools, used Ipro, analyzed user requests and translated them into data field normalization and bates numbering specifications, reviewed documents for relevance and established guidelines and criteria
Paralegal, Deloitte, (Contractor)
U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.
October 2014-February 2015
Provided legal assistance and document management oversight on Federal Pardon and commutation reduction of sentence petitions, that require Presidential approval or denial at the direction of the Pardon Attorney. Conducted preliminary analysis of the legal sufficiency of information contained in executive clemency applications and reviews numerous courts and / or federal records. Performs initial analysis and prepares written products to facilitate further attorney reviews and case processing disposition of cases.
Reviewed track and prepared written replies to petitioners, the public, federal agencies, congress and the white house, including responses to inquiries about the clemency process and the status of the inmate petitions.
Drafts letters to Bureau of Prisons institutions requesting pre-sentence reports, progress reports, medical reports, judgements and orders.
Prepared memoranda to U.S. Attorneys, heads of DOJ components, the FBI and other Federal entities, transmitting documents for review and requesting specific actions
Prepared letters acknowledging receipt of clemency applications and requests missing or incomplete information.
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Washington, DC
EXPERTISE
Planning and organizing
Records Management
Attention to détail
Analytical Thinking
Adaptability
Problem solving
LEGAL SOFTWARE
Relativity
E-discovery
Concordance
Summation
National File Tracking System
Scanning Records
Imaging Microfiche
SharePoint
Immigration System Elis
SKILLS
Microsoft Office Suite Word
Microsoft Outlook
Excel
Power point
Word Perfect 5.1 &6.0
EDUCATION
Howard University
Continuing Education
Paralegal Certification, 2006
University of District of Columbia
(UDC) Criminal Justice
2010 – 2011
WORK EXPERIENCE
Lead Document Records Specialist, Chenega Corporation (Contractor)
U. S. Securities Exchange Commission, Washington, D.C.
March 4, 2025 – June 26, 2025
Received, reviewed and analyzed new FOIA requests to ensure they meet the necessary criteria for processing under FOIA and/or PA. Conducted record searches applying lawful exemptions and redactions and releasing responsive records to requestors within prescribed timeframes. Exercise discretion and judgement in determining the responsiveness of records to FOIA requests and identifying and redacting protected information. Tracked and managed FOIA request records from receipt to production used an electronic case management system.
Drafted and prepared record inventory and updated tracking systems
Performed scanning/ digitization of microfiche and maintain electronic inventory tracking.
Create and perform box inventory indexing and culling, prepared records inventories
Maintained documents/records maintenance and quality checks, related to the review of documents for accuracy and formatting.
Records Specialist, CGI Federal Inc. (Contractor)
U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC 20005,
July 30, 2019 – February 19, 2025
Received, process, and maintained active and inactive case litigation files in accordance with the records management procedures and standards prescribed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). This included, but not limited to, tasks such as data entry, processing interfiles, responding to file requests, and labeling files. Opened, case control and closing procedures for case litigation files in accordance with DOJ policies; Created and generated a DOJ number
(DJ Number) in automated system; Properly prepared and handle main case files and enclosure files creation
In accordance with DOJ policy. Perform manifesting of all active and inactive case files in the automated
Tracking system. Tracked all active or inactive case files actions in the automated tracking system. Performed day to day filing; Used scanning equipment to convert physical documents to electronic formats upon request. Retrieved and delivered case files to criminal division personnel upon request.
Properly organized and handled materials for archiving in accordance with criminal division policy and NARA standards; Assist other records personnel with palletizing of records materials.
Processed the physical records, their movement to other locations, tracking of such movement, updated and modified record information, labeling, boxed and retired groups of records, made special trips and deliveries, packing and handling special (classified) records and boxed documents for shipment to the (WRC)Washington National Records Center.
Records Manager (Contractor), QualX Corp.,
U.S. Department of Defense, Springfield, VA
January 2019- July 2019
Provided Record Information Management (RIM) Inventory of electronic and hardcopy records RMA integration, assessing record holdings, processes, and procedures and provide inventory of all hardcopy and electronic files to be loaded into the Record Management System (RMA). Incorporated the results assessments, created a delineation of record and non-records material for retention and destruction, developed auditable databases, created and printed labels for file cabinets and folders, imported and exported approved disposition of hardcopy records.
Reduced backlog by 85% of contracts files (1800 Boxes) exceeded deadlines and timelines of completion
Reduced backlog by 85% of contracts files (1800 Boxes) exceeded deadlines and timelines of completion
PROFILE
Motivated professional with 16 years of experience highly skilled in organizing and analyzing records ensure accessibility, accuracy, and regulatory compliance. Proven expertise in responding to a broad range of records inquiries, from government initiatives to sensitive public records disclosures. Adept at navigating complex legal and regulatory framework to ensure compliance with federal, state and local public records laws. Known for exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to diverse stakeholders. Committed to promoting transparency and accountability while safeguarding the interests of government and organizations and maintaining a public trust clearance.
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