Melissa Nelson
Fargo,ND
Summary
Dedicated Funeral Director with a proven track record in delivering exceptional service. Strong interpersonal skills enhance the ability to create personalized and meaningful experiences. Committed to the mission of funeral service, ensuring every client is treated with compassion and respect.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Funeral Director
Wright Funeral Home
Moorhead, Minnesota
09.2013 - Current
- Guide families compassionately through pre-planning and final arrangements.
- Coordinate the planning of personalized services to emphasize exceptional customer care.
- Handle all aspects of the funeral service from beginning to end, with empathy and respect.
- Provide dedicated support to colleagues in times of high volume.
Child Support Enforcement Officer
Clay County Social Services
Moorhead, Minnesota
1999 - 2010
- Processed applications for child support services while maintaining accurate records.
- Collaborated with parents to establish and modify support agreements effectively.
- Specialized in establishing paternity for child support cases.
- Assisted during court hearings by providing documentation and evidence as needed.
Income Maintenance Caseworker
Clay County Social Services
Moorhead, MN
1993 - 1999
- Evaluated client applications for eligibility in public assistance programs.
- Managed high-volume caseloads with a focus on efficiency and compassionate care.
- Collaborated with community organizations to coordinate services for clients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Mortuary Science
Arapahoe Community College
Littleton, CO09-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Moorhead State University
Moorhead, MN05-1992
Skills
- Empathetic communication
- Listening skills
- Dependability and responsiveness
- Detail orientation
- Multi-service coordination
- Collaborative teamwork
Certification
- Licensed Funeral Director in Minnesota and North Dakota
- Certified Funeral Celebrant
Timeline
Licensed Funeral Director
Wright Funeral Home
09.2013 - Current
Child Support Enforcement Officer
Clay County Social Services
1999 - 2010
Income Maintenance Caseworker
Clay County Social Services
1993 - 1999
Associate of Applied Science - Mortuary Science
Arapahoe Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Moorhead State University