Sharita Whaley
Ewing,NJ
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet judiciary goals
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Judiciary Clerk 3
Mercer County Courthouse
08.2019 - Current
- Managed scheduling for hearings and trials, ensuring optimal use of court resources and avoiding conflicts.
- Provided guidance and support to less experienced clerks, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged professional growth in junior staff members.
- Assisted hearing officers in preparing for court sessions, resulting in well-informed decisions and smooth proceedings.
- Provided exceptional customer service to litigants seeking assistance with legal procedures or documentation requirements at the courthouse.
- Reviewed complaints, petitions, motions and pleadings to aid in determining admissibility.
- Operate digital equipment for recording proceedings
- Host Zoom and Teams meetings
Judiciary Clerk 3
Middlesex County Courthouse
10.2011 - 08.2019
- Ordered inmates from state institutions/county jails
- Assisted and advise judge on issues in courtroom
- Provided training to co-workers
- Maintained calendar results
- Marked exhibits for hearings and trials
- Performed data entry and updated records or case related information
- Prepared and transmitted court documents
- Operated digital recording system
- Organized work to ensure efficiency
- Placed witnesses under oath
- Prepared orders and warrants on behalf of the judge
Judiciary Clerk 2
Mercer County Courthouse
08.2011 - 10.2011
- Established dockets for juvenile offenders by reading police reports and inputted information into computer
- Provided information to the public
- Received and distributed mail
- Route telephone calls
- Operate computer terminal for information processing
- Record information into record keeping systems
- Record incoming documents
- Assign codes to new cases
Judiciary Clerk 1
Middlesex County Courthouse
12.2010 - 08.2011
- Regularly picked up incoming mail for designated P.O Box from post office
- Screened in-coming mail for suspicious items, flag questionable pieces and make appropriate notifications,
- Accurately sorted mail in timely fashion, made regular mail pick-up and delivery runs for all assigned locations
- Posted outgoing court mail using metering machine
- Ran routine reports
- Performed routine machine maintenance
- Organized incoming and outgoing mail and ensured prompt delivery to intended recipients
Medical Receptionist
Family Medicine at Childrens’ Preferred Care
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Collected copays
- Directed patients’ concerns to physicians
- Contacted insurance companies regarding claims
- Called in prescriptions
- Liaison between patients and doctors
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and medical office policies.
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Provided compassionate customer service, creating a welcoming atmosphere for patients and their families.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently managing the front desk operations and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering loyalty and trust in the practice's services.
- Assisted healthcare providers with administrative tasks, enabling them to focus on quality patient care.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues and supporting team initiatives.
- Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
- Kept waiting room neat and organized by stacking magazines, removing trash, and cleaning glass.
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
- Reduced no-shows by implementing appointment reminder system through phone calls or text messages.
- Reduced administrative errors by consistently verifying insurance information.
- Managed patient appointments efficiently, reducing wait times significantly.
- Facilitated smooth check-in process, ensuring all necessary paperwork was completed promptly.
- Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.
- Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members.
- Conducted patient intake interviews, recording and documenting relevant information.
- Frequently double-checked patient histories and current information while scheduling follow-ups and other appointments.
- Answered phone calls and messages for medical facility, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries.
Cryptologic Technician (Top Secret Clearance)
United States Navy
04.2000 - 04.2006
- Maintained and updated computer networks for the Center for Information for Dominance Detachment (CENINFODOMDET)
- Enhanced the level of security and ensured a virus free environment
- Interacted daily with National Security Agency (NSA), students and staff to trouble-shoot computer-related problems and increase functionality of the operating systems
- Flawlessly updated a command recall database of over 800 Sailors
- Provided comprehensive AIS training; conducted security clearance indoctrination briefings to over 400 Navy and Marine students which increased overall Detachment readiness
- Created a time-critical broadcast recording for COMSIXTHFLT to advise maritime interests of Mediterranean operations
- Conducted an aggressive equipment inventory of 256 computer related items with zero discrepancies
- Installed Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts for Windows Internet Explorer and Windows operating systems
- Rebuilt fifteen computers which helped improved the efficiency of the staff productivity and readiness.
- Tested equipment, networks and servers for signal strength and security vulnerabilities using specialized equipment.
- Logged information for reporting purposes.
- Safeguarded communications by providing consistent device and network security.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on global events, enabling accurate analysis of their potential impact on national security interests.
- Safeguarded sensitive information by enforcing strict adherence to security protocols and access controls.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ewing High School
Ewing, NJ06.1993
Recruit Training Command Great Lakes
Great Lakes, IL06.2000
NTTC CORRY STAION
Pensacola, FL08.2000
NTTC DETACHMENT FORT MEADE
Fort George G Meade, MD08.2002
Skills
- Courtroom Etiquette
- Microsoft Office
- Client Confidentiality
- Legal Terminology
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Self Motivation
- Adaptability
Accomplishments
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
- Good Conduct Medal
- Overseas Ribbon
- Meritorious Unit Commendation
- Pistol Marksmanship Ribbon
Timeline
Judiciary Clerk 3
Mercer County Courthouse
08.2019 - Current
Judiciary Clerk 3
Middlesex County Courthouse
10.2011 - 08.2019
Judiciary Clerk 2
Mercer County Courthouse
08.2011 - 10.2011
Judiciary Clerk 1
Middlesex County Courthouse
12.2010 - 08.2011
Medical Receptionist
Family Medicine at Childrens’ Preferred Care
01.2008 - 01.2010
Cryptologic Technician (Top Secret Clearance)
United States Navy
04.2000 - 04.2006
High School Diploma -
Ewing High School
Recruit Training Command Great Lakes
NTTC CORRY STAION
NTTC DETACHMENT FORT MEADE