Roselyn Acevedo
Ozone Park
Summary
I have a diverse court background that has afforded me the opportunity to refine and enhance my management skills while simultaneously learning how to be a leader. I consider myself to be self-motivated while being team dedicated. I willingly embrace new concepts, technology and ideas while also utilizing the foundational pieces of my professional and personal development.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Court Clerk
SUPREME COURT, CRIMINAL TERM
New York
02.2023 - Current
- Supervise all aspects of the Courts' calendar unit, including daily assignments and periodic performance evaluations
- Manage the units' elimination and correction of the UCMS error log
- Participate in interview panels for the hiring of Associate Court Clerks, senior Court Clerks and their subordinates
- Lead discussions for tutorials given to fellow clerks regarding strict adherence to record keeping policies
- Coordinate all aspects of the bi-monthly 'Term' selection of the Grand Jury for New York County
- Assist in the training of all levels of court staff in the clerical series
- Facilitate DCJS administration and dissemination for the Court
- Collaborate with the Case Management Coordinator Group and other department managers in an effort to improve the Court's overall operation and efficiency through training and communication
- Assimilate all new Court initiatives with prior practices while maintaining and improving our standards
- Perform the duties of a Kronos manager and substitute for the Court Clerk Specialist in their absence
Senior Court Clerk
County Clerk-Juror Division
New York
09.2007 - 02.2023
- Assistant to the Supervising Jury Clerk/Case Management Coordinator
- Collaborated with the Assistant Deputy Chief Clerk in training and supervising new and existing staff on all aspects of jury operations
- Responded to all juror questions and correspondence regarding all aspects of the jury service process and their responsibility
- Maintained a professional and welcoming atmosphere for all summoned jurors throughout their service tenure
- Reviewed all juror summons and pedigree information while maintaining and ensuring confidentiality
- Attended quarterly inspection meetings with OCA representatives regarding facility issues and subsequent work orders
- Followed strict adherence to all ADA policies, updates and compliance
- Optimized juror utilization through constant and effective communication with the respective Courts
Court Office Assistant
Civil Court- Landlord & Tenant
Citywide
10.2004 - 09.2007
- Entered data from petitions, motions and forms into the database for calendaring purposes
- Examined court documents for accuracy and sufficiency at the attorney window
- Assisted litigants with informational and functional requests regarding all aspects of court functions
- Finalized case outcomes from petitions and motions into the database
Education
Paralegal with Litigation Specialty
NEW YORK PARALEGAL SCHOOL
NY, NYB.S. - Undergraduate Legal Studies
JOHN JAY COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE
NY, NYSkills
- Highly Organized
- Effective communicator
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Creative problem solving
- Detail oriented & meticulous
- Efficient time manager
- Self-motivated
- Proficient in UCMS
- Bilingual
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
- Staff training
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Records management
- Sensitive to cultural diversity
References
Available upon request
Activities
- Ozone Park Little League - Volunteer
- Our Lady of Grace Sports - Volunteer
- Ozone Tudor Civic Association - Volunteer
- New York State Court Clerks Association - Trustee
Professional Highlights
- Prospective Principal Ct. Clerk
- Associate Court Clerk
- Senior Court Clerk
- Senior Court Office Assistant
- Court Office Assistant
- Paralegal
- Elected Union Trustee
Timeline
Associate Court Clerk
SUPREME COURT, CRIMINAL TERM
02.2023 - Current
Senior Court Clerk
County Clerk-Juror Division
09.2007 - 02.2023
Court Office Assistant
Civil Court- Landlord & Tenant
10.2004 - 09.2007
Paralegal with Litigation Specialty
NEW YORK PARALEGAL SCHOOL
B.S. - Undergraduate Legal Studies
JOHN JAY COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE