Kristin Schelling
Lansing,Michigan
Summary
Quality focused manager looking to apply years of leadership and management skills to assist clients prepare for life events such as purchasing a home, starting families, planning trips, retiring, and ultimately providing peace of mind for long term care and expenses related to funeral costs.
Influencing others, having crucial conversations, ethical decision making, and building relationships are skills that I have built over a 25 year career and I look forward to using those as a financial advisor.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Leader
State Of Michigan Department of State Police
Lansing, MI
08.2016 - Current
- Developed and implemented technical procedures in compliance with federal requirements.
- Identified areas of improvement and updated processes to increase production while maintaining a quality mindset.
- Trained team members in areas related to forensic biology and quality assurance.
- Evaluated, developed budgets for, and maintained compliance with federal grants.
- Responsible for conducting annual internal and external assessments to determine compliance with federal requirements.
Laboratory Manager
State of Michigan Department of State Police
Lansing, MI
07.2009 - 08.2016
- Managed and maintained laboratory equipment, including calibrations, repairs, and preventative maintenance.
- Oversaw the day-to-day operations of the lab, including staffing and scheduling of personnel.
- Coached employees on time management, conflict resolution, and resolving peer-to-peer disagreements.
Supervisor of Forensic Services (DNA)
New York State Police
Albany, NY
06.2006 - 07.2009
- Directed and supervised a team of 10-29 employees during their training program.
- Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure trainees were qualified, competent, and confident before the completion of the training program.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
Education
MBA - Leadership
Cleary University
Howell, MI12-2023
Master of Science - Biology
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI05-1999
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI04-1996
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Corrective Action Implementation
- Risk Assessment Evaluation
- Conflict Resolution
- Mentorship and coaching
- Project Leadership
- Ethical standards
Accomplishments
- Appointed by the former Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia to serve on the Scientific Advisory Committee 2020-2023. Chairperson from July 2021-June 2023.
- Co-authored four scientific papers published in peer reviewed scientific journals.
- National DNA Index System Review Panel member.
- Invited speaker at over 50 events. Regional, National, and International groups including schools, forensic conferences, the International Association of Chiefs of Police, Prosecutor Associations, and Defense Attorney training groups.
- Michigan State Police Professional Excellence Award
- Distinguished Alumna in Residence- Grand Valley State University- 2002.
Affiliations
- Mid Michigan Tennis Association-Capital City Tennis Classic
- Former board member for self-managed home owners association.
Timeline
Technical Leader
State Of Michigan Department of State Police
08.2016 - Current
Laboratory Manager
State of Michigan Department of State Police
07.2009 - 08.2016
Supervisor of Forensic Services (DNA)
New York State Police
06.2006 - 07.2009
MBA - Leadership
Cleary University
Master of Science - Biology
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Grand Valley State University