Kellis A. Rickards
Bronx
Summary
Aspiring legal professional with a B.A. in Law & Society from John Jay College and leadership experience in governance, compliance, legal research, and constituent advocacy. Experienced collaborating with legal counsel, drafting correspondence, analyzing policy, and handling confidential matters. Seeking a Legal Assistant position.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Advocate Intern
Councilman Riley
Bronxville
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Planned and supported community outreach events to strengthen local engagement and increase awareness of available resources.
- Engaged community members to gather input on local issues and initiatives.
- Organized public forums to facilitate productive discussions between residents and local officials, fostering community dialogue and collaboration.
- Collaborated with various stakeholders to develop community resource programs.
- Assisted constituents with housing, public benefits, and public safety matters.
- Conducted policy research and coordinated with city agencies to support case resolution.
- Drafted professional correspondence, ensuring confidentiality of case files to maintain trust and protect sensitive information.
Senator & University Student Senate Delegate
CUNY
Bronx
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented legislative strategy to address pressing issues in the Senate.
- Planned and proposed initiatives to strengthen community engagement across CUNY campuses.
- Advocated for student needs in committee meetings and campus forums.
- Facilitated budget allocation discussions to enhance funding for student services and resources.
- Researched educational trends to inform policy recommendations and improvements.
- Coordinated workshops to educate students on governance and leadership opportunities.
- Represented student interests and contributed to policy recommendations across CUNY.
- Developed initiatives to foster community engagement across CUNY campuses.
Legal Legislator
Bronx Community College
Bronx
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Interpreted bylaws and supported compliance with institutional policies.
- Coordinated initiatives across five committees to enhance policy development and collaborative decision-making.
- Partnered with college counsel and leadership to address student legal issues, ensuring compliance and protection of student rights.
- Earned recognition as Club Member of the Year for outstanding contributions.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to inform strategic planning and support evidence-based decision-making.
Student Board Member
Auxiliary Enterprise Corp.
Bronx
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with legal counsel to address governance matters and ensure adherence to best practices.
- Reviewed financial and operational reports to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Achieved Outstanding Service recognition, highlighting commitment to client satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law & Society
John Jay College
Manhattan, NY 08.2022 - 01.2026
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Bronx Community College
Bronx, NY 01.2020 - 06.2022
Skills
- Advocacy Strategies
- Community Engagement
- Client Support
- Policy Analysis
- Legal Research
- Legal Writing
- Data Privacy Awareness
- Microsoft Office
- Professional Communication
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Law & Society
John Jay College
08.2022 - 01.2026
Community Advocate Intern
Councilman Riley
06.2022 - 08.2022
Senator & University Student Senate Delegate
CUNY
04.2021 - 06.2022
Legal Legislator
Bronx Community College
08.2020 - 06.2022
Student Board Member
Auxiliary Enterprise Corp.
05.2020 - 06.2022
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Bronx Community College
01.2020 - 06.2022