- Sustainable Tech Innovations
- Design and Build Websites
Shelly C. Nelson
Des Moines,Iowa
Summary
Over 26 years of diverse experience primarily in the criminal justice field demonstrating the ability to work independently and as a team member. Possess special skills in interviewing a variety of people. Have demonstrated excellent computer skills, strong writing, research, organizational, and analytical skills. Certified to use NCIC (National Crime Information Center) system.
Experienced with advanced document preparation and editing. Utilizes strong Microsoft Word skills to manage complex formatting tasks. Track record of ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all work.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Word Processor 3
STATE OF IOWA
01.2016 - Current
- Word Processor 3 – Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing
Secretary 2
STATE OF IOWA
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Secretary 2 (also used as Investigator and Legal Assistant)
- Inspection and Appeals, State Public Defenders Office
Secretary
STATE OF IOWA
01.2002 - 01.2011
- Department of Corrections, 5th Judicial District
- Intensive Supervision Probation/Parole/Community Service, Day Programming and Pre-Sentence Investigation
Word Processor 3
STATE OF IOWA
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Word Processor 3, State Auditor’s Office
Interviewer, Pre-Trial Release
STATE OF IOWA
01.2001 - 01.2002
Desktop Publisher
WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL
01.2001 - 01.2002
Route Business Manager
FRITO-LAY, Inc.
01.1999 - 01.2000
Secretary, Legal Department
THE PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL GROUP
01.1998 - 01.1999
Judicial Assistant
STATE OF IOWA
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Associate Court
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE01.2009
Private Investigator Diploma -
Stratford Career Institute
08.2014
Skills
- Organized
- Strong Communication Skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Confidentiality awareness
- Honest
- Precise
Professional Accomplishments
Interviewed clients to determine eligibility for Pre-Trial Release requirements. Ensured clients knew their options pertaining to a plea offer., Co-facilitated training classes in anger management and programs related to domestic abuse which were required for the probation parolees., Investigated and verified client background including information pertaining to the accused crime and plea offer., Assisted Judge with processing legal issues brought before court which included ordering and preparing files for each day’s hearings. Kept court room in order while judge was on bench., Controlled and supervised jurors including meal arrangements, obtaining exhibits, answering questions and escorting outside courtroom., Partnered with and assisted Probation/Parole Officers to create files for each client., Prepared client files and entered information including arrest/conviction dates, Revocations, Discharges, sentences, and sex offender status in computer systems. Used NCIC – FBI Systems (National Crime Information Center) to determine scope of offender information., Entered information into ICON, updated, revised and reviewed., Took digital photos of clients and uploaded into ICON system., Identified process to reduce work and eliminate duplication of efforts by determining that information didn’t need to be put onto index cards and entered into the computer., Trained new employees in policies and procedures; mentored and coached as needed., Produced audit reports which included scanned information., Processed supervision fees and created receipts.
Interests
Timeline
Word Processor 3
STATE OF IOWA
01.2016 - Current
Secretary 2
STATE OF IOWA
01.2011 - 01.2016
Secretary
STATE OF IOWA
01.2002 - 01.2011
Word Processor 3
STATE OF IOWA
01.2001 - 01.2002
Interviewer, Pre-Trial Release
STATE OF IOWA
01.2001 - 01.2002
Desktop Publisher
WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL
01.2001 - 01.2002
Route Business Manager
FRITO-LAY, Inc.
01.1999 - 01.2000
Secretary, Legal Department
THE PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL GROUP
01.1998 - 01.1999
Judicial Assistant
STATE OF IOWA
01.1995 - 01.1998
Private Investigator Diploma -
Stratford Career Institute
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
Bellevue University
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