Rasheeda Smith

As a management analyst, I assess and improve organizational efficiency by analyzing processes, evaluating data, and recommending strategies for enhanced performance. My role involves identifying areas for optimization, implementing cost- effective solutions, and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve operational excellence.

• Advise leadership on operations, programs, and administrative processes.
• Conduct independent studies, identifying procedural problems, resolving issues resulting in a 40% increase in operational efficiency.
• Manage personal property accountability, disposal, contract services and ensuring compliance with government regulations.
• Validate and review policies for the government purchase card program resulting in 20% reduction in discrepancies.
• Act as the Principal Administrative Officer, independently planning and coordinating administrative functions.

As a Supervisory Legal Administrative Specialist, I successfully led and mentored a team of legal administrative professionals, overseeing daily operations, managing work assignments, and providing guidance on legal document preparation and administrative support. Additionally, I played a key role in implementing process improvements, ensuring efficiency and quality in legal operations.

• Developed training initiatives ans supported the implementation of an electronic case management system, improving resource efficiency.
• Identified, resolved, and maintained accurate legal review of case files, contributing to a 30% reduction in discrepancies.
• Conducted extensive research independently, providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes.
• Evaluated litigation worthiness standards, organized daily case work, achieving a 25% improvement in case management efficiency.

As a Legal Administrative Specialist, I performed comprehensive administrative duties in legal settings, including drafting legal documents, managing case files, conducting research, and providing vital support to legal teams. My role involved ensuring the smooth execution of legal operations and maintaining meticulous documentation for various legal processes.

• Successfully performed duties for the Forth Worth Adjudication Center, providing real time legal support for document review and processing.
• Tactfully communicated with key personnel, senior executives, and contractors actively participating in meeting and contributing to collaborative efforts.
• Independently organized case files for Master Calendar Hearings, resulting in 45% improvement in case management efficiency.

As a Paralegal, I played a pivotal role in legal proceedings by conducting extensive legal research, drafting documents, managing case files, and providing crucial administrative support to attorneys. My responsibilities included maintaining legal databases, and ensuring the efficient flow of legal processes within the organization.

• Communicated with internal and external agencies, DHS, private attorneys and the general public.
• Independently reviewed and interpreted statutes, regulations and agency policies, providing accurate legal analyses and facilitating informed decision-making.
• Supported Board Members and staff attorneys in case adjudication responsibilities, contributing to the efficient processing of emergency stay request.
• Analyzed records of proceedings, conducted legal research, provided written analyses and legal memoranda.
• Maintained various reports tracking case progress and managed an automated case file tracking system, ensuring accurate data entry and report capabilities.