Jessica Jenkins
Dover
Summary
Detail-oriented Military Justice paralegal with strong skills in legal research, document drafting, and trial preparation assistance. Committed to ensuring compliance and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
United States Air Force, USAF
Dover, DE
06.2020 - Current
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and litigation efforts.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation by organizing evidence and witness lists.
- Maintained case files and documentation for efficient record-keeping and retrieval.
- Coordinated communication between clients, attorneys, and court personnel to streamline processes.
- Mentored junior paralegals, enhancing team performance and knowledge sharing.
- Led initiatives to enhance compliance protocols within the legal department operations.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
Bartender
Laurita Winery
New Egypt, NJ
01.2016 - Current
- Trained new bartenders on winery protocols and beverage preparation techniques.
- Crafted and served a diverse range of wines to enhance guest experiences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area to ensure efficient service flow.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering repeat business through personalized interactions.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
Coach
Envision Gymnastics
Mount Holly, NJ
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Developed individualized training plans for athletes to enhance performance and skill development.
- Mentored junior coaches, fostering professional growth and improving team dynamics.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure secure training environments for all gymnasts.
- Evaluated athlete progress through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Designed engaging practice sessions that promoted teamwork and sportsmanship among participants.
- Collaborated with parents to support athlete development and maintain open communication channels.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective coaching strategies.
- Managed practice schedules, ensuring efficient use of time and resources for optimal results.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Law And Justice
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ12.2022
Skills
- Legal research
- Proficient in MS office
- Case management
- Client communication
- Document drafting
- Notary public
- Document preparation
- Administrative support
- Proofreading
- Attorney support
- Trial preparation assistance
- File and records management
- Legal compliance
Accomplishments
Recipient of the John Levitow Award during Airman Leadership School. The John Levitow award is given to the student who demonstrates the strongest overall combination of academic performance, leadership, teamwork and peer and instructor evaluations.
Timeline
Paralegal
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2020 - Current
Coach
Envision Gymnastics
08.2016 - 06.2020
Bartender
Laurita Winery
01.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Law And Justice
Rowan University
John Levitow Award
Attended Airman Leadership School in 2024 and was awarded the John Levitow award. The John Levitow award is one of the most prestigious awards in enlisted Professional Military Education in the United States Air Force. The John Levitow award is named after John L. Levitow, who received the Medal of Honor during the Vietnam War after saving his crew abroad a damaged aircraft. This award is described as the highest honor a student can earn.