Shari Perkins
Stafford County Government
Fredericksburg,VA
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented professional specializing in administrative support and legal documentation. Experienced in managing court records and coordinating schedules within judicial environments. Collaborates effectively with teams to drive results and adapts swiftly to changing needs.
Work History
CRIMINAL DEPUTY CLERK
4 Years 1 Month- Tend to clerical needs of Judges in Criminal (and certain Civil) Circuit Court hearings
- Tend to clerical needs of Judges in Criminal Circuit Court hearings
- Docket hearings at the discretion of Judicial Assistants
- Arrange and coordinate transportation for incarcerated defendants
- Handled inbound communications and requests from attorneys, clients, partner jurisdictions, correctional staff, and program coordinators, facilitating timely information flow
- Process court filings and maintain accurate case records for compliance with clerk office procedures
- Review documents for completeness, route submissions to correct departments and reduce processing delays
COURTROOM CLERK
4 Months- Facilitated communication between judges, attorneys, and court personnel to enhance case management and resolution
- Coordinated courtroom calendar, case files, and daily dockets for smooth judicial proceedings
- Drafted and processed court orders with high accuracy, supporting legal documentation and judicial decision-making
- Managed transportation logistics for incarcerated defendants, ensuring secure and timely attendance at hearings
- Recorded orders, rulings, and minutes with precise attention to legal detail
PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN
11 Months- Supported patient care responsibilities under supervision of registered nurses to enhance patient well-being
- Maintained patient safety in acute psychological and detoxification unit to promote secure environment
- Collaborated with treatment team to assess patients' individual needs
- Monitored patient behavior and documented mental status changes for interdisciplinary care planning
- Implemented safety rounds and maintained secure therapeutic milieu across inpatient psychiatric units
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living while preserving dignity and independence
- De-escalated agitated behavior using calm communication and trauma-informed intervention techniques
- Recorded vital signs and reported clinical changes promptly to nursing staff
- Supported admission, transfer, and discharge processes with accurate observation documentation
- Implemented crisis intervention protocols when necessary, ensuring the safety of all patients and staff members involved
- Developed strong rapport with diverse patient populations through empathetic listening skills, helping them feel heard and understood
- Observed patients closely for signs of distress or changes in condition, promptly reporting concerns to supervising clinicians for appropriate intervention
FULFILLMENT EXPERT
1 Year 1 Month- Picked guest orders using handheld devices, maintaining accuracy and timely fulfillment
- Assisted guests with inquiries on the sales floor
- Collaborated with team members and leads to meet daily operational goals
- Picked guest orders using handheld devices, maintaining accuracy and timely fulfillment
- Packed merchandise securely for drive-up, pickup, and shipping workflows
- Replenished sales floor and backroom stock to support efficient order processing
- Coordinated with team members to prioritize rush orders and workload changes
- Delivered prompt guest service during order pickup and fulfillment support
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily targets, contributing to overall company success and growth
SALON GUEST COORDINATOR
3 Months- Greeted guests, assessed needs, and directed traffic to appropriate beauty services and retail areas
- Cleaned high-traffic areas to ensure a welcoming environment of high use and maintained cleanliness throughout the day
- Set up guest hospitality
- Cleaned areas of high use and maintained cleanliness throughout the day
- Coordinated appointment check-in, verified service readiness, and maintained smooth guest flow at front end
CASHIER
8 Months- Assisted customers in completing purchases and locating items while promoting credit card rewards program
- Adjusted work hours to accommodate business needs and extra shifts to meet business needs
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns
- Balanced cash drawer and reconciled end-of-shift transactions with strong attention to detail
- Processed customer purchases, returns, and exchanges accurately using POS systems
CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE
10 Months- Delivered courteous customer assistance, resolving questions and concerns with accuracy and professionalism
- Educated customers on special promotions and detailed product information to enhance purchasing decisions
- Processed sales transactions, handled cash register operations, and balanced payments efficiently
- Managed constant flow of customer calls, maintaining minimal wait times to improve service experience
PET CARE ASSOCIATE AND CASHIER
1 Year 10 Months- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets
- Operated POS system while actively promoting store charity drive and ongoing promotions
- Cleaned enclosures, bowls, and merchandise displays while maintaining sanitation and animal welfare standards
- Monitored pet health, behavior, and habitat conditions to ensure safe, clean in-store care
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
Paralegal - Legal Studies
Skills
Case Scheduling
Document preparation
Calendar management
Record Keeping
Westlaw Research
CCMS expertise
CIS proficiency
Financial Settlement
Detail orientation
Legal terminology
Time management
Fine calculation
Policy enforcement
Phone & Email Etiquette
Certification
- Notary Public - Commonwealth of Virginia | 02/2024 to current
- My Commission expires on 10/31/2028
- Paralegal Certificate - George Mason University | 05/2026 to 08/2026
- Study and application of:
- Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
- Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure
- Federal Rules of Evidence
- Use of Thomson Reuters Westlaw Program
- Legal Research and Application in memorandums and appellate brief
- Understanding of civil and criminal law
- Understanding of procedural history of the United States Legal System
- Shepardize cases, importance of precedence, legal authority, citations, and legal writing style
Timeline
COURTROOM CLERK
Arlington County Government
05.2024 - 09.2024Read More
CRIMINAL DEPUTY CLERK
Stafford County Government
10.2022 - CurrentRead More
PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN
UVA Health
06.2021 - 05.2022Read More
FULFILLMENT EXPERT
Target Inc
08.2020 - 09.2021Read More
SALON GUEST COORDINATOR
Ulta Beauty
12.2019 - 03.2020Read More
CASHIER
Forever 21
07.2019 - 03.2020Read More
CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE
Walgreens
01.2019 - 11.2019Read More
PET CARE ASSOCIATE AND CASHIER
PetSmart
06.2017 - 04.2019Read More
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science from Clinical Psychology
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George Mason University
Paralegal from Legal Studies
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