Lauren Powell
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Excellent Communicator: Highly endorsed professional who has the unique ability to communicate solutions that produce results to exceed objectives Strategic Thinker: Observe data and research to discover unmet needs and develop solutions
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Victim Witness Legal Assistant
Mecklenburg County District Attorney’s Office
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Collaborated closely on Drug, Property, and Violent Crime Cases.
- Managed court appearances of victims, and coordinated travel arrangements for out of state witnesses to ensure their presence in the courtroom when needed.
- Handled approximately 40 cases daily by organizing defendant files, collaborating with attorneys, and collecting information and evidence from victims.
Program Simulation Specialist
Junior Achievement Of Central Carolinas
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Identified and analyzed program needs, evaluated standard operating procedures, research program issues, and recommended administrative strategies.
- Supported the day-to-day operations of JACC programs through programmatic and administrative work.
- Created a hands-on learning environment to inspire future leaders, fostering education and impactful community engagement.
Medical Screener
CSL Plasma
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Performed finger stick to obtain sample to obtain donor's hematocrit and total protein levels.
- Assessed the self-administered health history, while answering medical questions associated with the donation process, and performed health screening procedures such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature.
- Maintained confidentiality of all personnel, donor and center information.
Inventory Associate
1-800 Contacts
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and ensured efficient stock management in a retail store, warehouse, or distribution center.
- Monitored inventory levels, processing incoming and outgoing shipments, and reconciled discrepancies.
- Worked closely with other team members to ensure that products were available and ready for sale or distribution.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Utilized pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information.
- Ensured information was entered correctly, filling prescriptions by retrieving, counting and pouring pharmaceutical drugs, verifying medicine is correct.
- Reported prescription errors to pharmacist on duty and adhered to Company policies and procedures in relation to pharmacy errors and the Quality Improvement Program.
Education
B.S. Degree - Criminal Justice, Psychology
University Of North Carolina At Charlotte
A.A.S. Degree - Applied Science
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC09.2021
Skills
- Adaptability
- Problem-Solving
- Risk Management
- Human Relations
- Organization Skills
- Strong Communication (Verbal and Written)
- Analytical Thinking
- Decision-Making
Affiliations
- UNC Greater Good General Body Member Charlotte,NC. April 2025-Present
- UNC Criminal Justice Association President Charlotte,NC. January 2024-Present
- UNC Earth Club General Body Member Charlotte,NC. January 2024-Present
- UNC My Sisters Keeper President/ Treasurer Charlotte, NC. January 2025-May 2025
- UNC Black Student Union General Body Member Charlotte,NC. January 2024-January 2025
- UNC BOAB Public Outreach Coordinator Charlotte,NC. April 2024-August 2024
Certification
Licensed Cosmetologist -October 2026
Timeline
Victim Witness Legal Assistant
Mecklenburg County District Attorney’s Office
10.2022 - 01.2024
Program Simulation Specialist
Junior Achievement Of Central Carolinas
05.2022 - 10.2022
Medical Screener
CSL Plasma
10.2021 - 05.2022
Inventory Associate
1-800 Contacts
01.2021 - 10.2021
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
06.2020 - 01.2021
B.S. Degree - Criminal Justice, Psychology
University Of North Carolina At Charlotte
A.A.S. Degree - Applied Science
Central Piedmont Community College