Mikayla Russell
Adelaide
Summary
Dynamic law student with a strong foundation in administration processes, legal research and student leadership, honed at Crown Solicitors' Office, Department of Education and St Ann's College. Proven expertise in conflict resolution and crisis intervention, alongside effective communication skills. Successfully led a team of 12 RAs, enhancing community engagement and wellbeing for over 200 resident.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cadet
CROWN SOLICITORS’ OFFICE
Adelaide
08.2023 - Current
- Undertaken a cadetship at Crown Solicitors' Office through AFL Sports Ready program.
- Shadowed lawyers in Department of Public Prosecution, Public Law, Civil Litigation, and Business Services.
- Drafted court submissions and minutes to support legal processes.
- Conducted legal research to assist ongoing cases and client needs.
- Managed billing processes to ensure accurate financial records.
- Attended court proceedings to gain insight into trial and hearing procedures.
Senior Residential Advisor
St Anns College
North Adelaide
01.2023 - 11.2024
- As a member of the Residential Advisors Team, I supported the holistic development of the student community through pastoral care, academic mentoring, and leadership in residential life. In 2024, I was promoted to Senior Residential Advisor, where I led and coordinated a team of 12 RAs, ensuring alignment with college values and effective support for over 200 residents.
- Provided after-hours pastoral care and administrative support, maintaining a 24/7 presence to respond to student needs and emergencies.
- Led initiatives to promote student engagement and wellbeing, including corridor events and college-wide activities.fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and academically enriching environment.
- Collaborated closely with the Principal, Dean, College Club and administrative staff to uphold policies and support the smooth operation of college life.
- Managed conflict resolution, promoted respectful behavior, and ensured the enforcement of college rules with fairness and consistency.
- Received formal training in First Aid, conflict resolution, equal opportunity, team building, and college protocols.
- As Senior RA, coordinated the RA team through rostering, communications, and leadership during meetings and key decision-making processes.
Various Roles: AO5 - AO2
Department of Education
Darwin
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Delivered high-level organisational and executive support, including diary management and travel coordination.
- Oversaw procurement, financial processes, HR administration, and IT management for daily operations.
- Coordinated recruitment processes and facilitated professional development events for early childhood educators.
- Acted as secretariat for leadership meetings by preparing agendas and tracking action items.
- Managed ministerial correspondence, ensuring compliance with standards and efficient processing through TRM.
- Designed promotional materials using Adobe Acrobat Pro DC, enhancing registration for training events.
- Developed automated systems to track deadlines and enhance operational efficiency across teams.
- Maintained internal communications systems, ensuring timely responses to requests throughout the department.
Education
High School -
Darwin High School
Darwin, NT12-2018
Bachelor of Law And Bachelor of Arts Majoring in Criminology, Criminal Justice And Aboriginal Studie -
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SASkills
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Administrative support
- Legal research
- Communication skills
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking
- Relationship building
- Microsoft Office
References
- Richard Hunt, General Manager Quality School System and Support, 0401119163, rjhunt@bigpond.com
- Shane Dexter, Former General Manager Quality School System and Support, 0407260168
Completed Trainings
- First Aid & CPR
- Mental Health First Aid
- Yarrow Place Rape & Sexual Assault
- Values in Actions Signature Strengths
- Communication with Paul Heinrich
- Ethics in Student Leadership
- Policies & Legislation
- Conflict Resolution
- Duty of Care
- Self-care
- Public Face of St Ann’s College
- Drug and Alcohol Training
- Scenario Training
- Public Speaking workshop with David Griggs
Accomplishments
I was the successful applicant for the 2022 Gavin Wanganeen Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship. I was also awarded the Commonwealth Accommodation Scholarship Indigenous (CAS-Indigenous) and the 2022 Commonwealth Education Costs
Scholarship (CAS)-Indigenous.
Timeline
Cadet
CROWN SOLICITORS’ OFFICE
08.2023 - Current
Senior Residential Advisor
St Anns College
01.2023 - 11.2024
Various Roles: AO5 - AO2
Department of Education
11.2020 - 02.2022
High School -
Darwin High School
Bachelor of Law And Bachelor of Arts Majoring in Criminology, Criminal Justice And Aboriginal Studie -
University of South Australia
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