Jakia S. Durham Kelly Email & Phone Number

Syracuse, Ny, Us

As a dedicated Board Member for Jowonio, I contribute to shaping the strategic direction and long-term success of the school, with a focus on supporting all students, including those with disabilities. My key responsibilities include:1. Strategic Guidance: Collaborating with fellow board members and school leadership to develop and implement initiatives that advance the school's mission of inclusivity, ensuring that children with disabilities receive the resources and support they need to thrive.2. Accountability: Fostering a culture of accountability by overseeing financial stewardship, regulatory compliance, and performance metrics, ensuring that every student, regardless of their abilities, has access to quality education.3. Governance & Policy Development: Contributing to the creation of policies that promote diversity, equity, and inclusivity, with a particular focus on enhancing programs and resources for students with disabilities.4. Visionary Leadership: Shaping the organization's future by identifying growth opportunities, addressing challenges, and guiding the school toward providing an inclusive environment where all children, including those with disabilities, are empowered to succeed academically and socially.Through my service, I am committed to ensuring that every child, regardless of background or ability, is given the tools and support to reach their full potential.

Syracuse, New York, United States

As part of my role, I am responsible for providing extensive administrative support to the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioners, Division Heads, and Program Administrators of NBD. This involves efficiently managing incoming calls, emails, and mail to ensure timely communication and responses. I meticulously organize and coordinate calendars to avoid scheduling conflicts and ensure smooth operations. Additionally, I schedule appointments and interviews, handle timesheets and time off requests to ensure accurate time management, post public notices for transparency, communicate with Personnel for new hires and current employees to facilitate smooth onboarding and provide necessary support, organize events to foster a sense of community, manage vouchers for finance to track expenditures accurately, complete research assignments to support informed decision-making, and serve as a Public Information Officer to disseminate information about agency goals, objectives, and programs, thereby fostering transparency and public trust.

Syracuse, New York Area

JVAN Services is an online-based, after-hour, Notary Public and Business Management Company located in Syracuse, NY. At JVAN Services, I oversee the daily operations of your business, allowing you to focus on generating more revenue. I also provide document services, legal, remote, or in-person, in the state of New York.Services include:- Supervision of daily tasks and activities that help maintain your business- Strategy Consulting- Quality Control of larger projects and tasks- Personnel Support- Customer/Client Management- Maintenance of your Business Resources and Protocols, and Procedures and- Performing Notarial Acts for Power of Attorney Documents, Divorce Documents, Statements and Affidavits, Child Travel Permission Letters, Child Support paperwork, etc.

Remote

I offer top-notch paralegal services to immigration attorneys and accredited representatives in the USA while working remotely.My comprehensive services include:- Drafting family-based and refugee-based forms, petitions, and applications, including consular processing- Expert handling of business and work visa forms and application drafting- Proactive client contact and thorough follow-up- Meticulous case tracking and efficient government correspondenceFor all your immigration paralegal needs, visit www.jvanservices.com/jvan-imm for more information.

Syracuse, New York, United States

I worked with refugees and immigrants, assisting them in their journey towards becoming American citizens. This journey included learning English and completing the immigration process, including family reunification and green card processes. In this position, I also assisted the Immigration Services Manager with implementing the agency's supporting citizenship preparation programs (Path to Citizenship).Major Responsibilities:Intake & Assessment: I conducted and assisted with initial intake for immigration services in person and over the phone; provided informative, courteous, and thoughtful responses to all clients; coordinated the use of interpreters to communicate efficiently with clients; and evaluated clients’ eligibility for immigration services.Case Preparation: I drafted, prepared, filed, and monitored immigration-related applications including the following: I-485, I-90, I-730, US Family Reunification under the UNHCR, I-130, I-131, Application for Travel Document; and assisted in obtaining or renewing a U.S. Passport Document. I communicated and coordinated with other service providers to secure required immigration application documentation and assisted the Immigration Services Manager with N-400 applications as required.Family Reunification Services: I developed and maintained good relationships with Episcopal Migration Ministries (EMM) family reunion personnel in NYC; took referrals from staff and clients for evaluative appointments to see if clients were eligible to have others join them in the US. Additionally, I developed and maintained relationships with service providers, including immigration lawyers, legal services agencies, USCIS, and others, and assisted in advocating for and raising the visibility of the refugees in the Syracuse community.

Syracuse, New York

I was responsible for various office tasks including integrating LollyLaw to improve workflow efficiency, facilitating remote work for attorneys, handling mail and FedEx, basic filing, copying and scanning, conducting client intakes, fielding client inquiries via phone and email, scheduling appointments for clients, scheduling InfoPass Appointments for Attorneys, creating and managing case reports, data entry, and creating and issuing invoices.Additionally, I prepared and maintained applications by collecting requested evidence from clients, drafting immigration forms, creating follow-up questions for client and attorney review, and notarizing Affidavits for clients.I also communicated with USCIS, the NVC, and the US Embassy for case status and specific processing information needed for cases, conducted research, followed up with local and national law enforcement agencies, courthouses, and state representatives for criminal and immigration cases, and prepared and drafted FOIA requests. I also fingerprinted clients for FOIA requests.

Syracuse, New York Area

I was responsible for managing over 500 clients, including client meetings, case-specific discussions, obtaining medical releases, and coordinating with medical facilities. I prepared all Social Security case documents for submission to appropriate judges.

Syracuse, Ny

I was responsible for processing burglary, fire, and medical alarms across the United States. This involved dispatching fire departments, police departments, and emergency assistance and notifying customers of signals received from their accounts. In addition, I provided tier-two support to help troubleshoot alarm system errors.

Syracuse, New York

I provided customer support and service to Microsoft customers worldwide through online chats and sold software, Microsoft Office programs, and computer hardware. I acted with the highest degree of professionalism to ensure an exceptional customer experience.

250 Harrison Street Syracuse, New York 13202

During my internship, I drafted documents, reviewed medical records, organized files, and provided general office support and assistance.

During this role, I was responsible for actively monitoring video cameras to identify and prevent shoplifting. I also conducted regular patrols of the store floors to deter theft. In addition, I handled the preparation of affidavits for Tops Markets and was in charge of compiling detailed reports. When necessary, I enforced civil restitution and imposed trespassing penalties on individuals caught shoplifting.

I diligently followed the instructions in recipes, dietary orders, and tray cards. My responsibilities included preparing food items, assembling serving trays, managing soiled dishes, operating dietary equipment, and ensuring cleanliness in work areas.

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Sociology

Associate Of Science (As), Criminal Justice And Corrections