1. Wendi L. Cline, JD, MLIS
1351 W. Calle Serrano
Green Valley, AZ 85622
(520) 977-7325
E-mail: clinewendi@gmail.com
Objective_________________________________________________________________________
To obtain an appointment to the Tohono O’odam Judicial Court where I can share my natural abilities to work
well with all types of personalities, and handle stressfulsituations calmly.
Summary of Qualifications
Accomplished Legal Reference Librarian, Electronic Services Librarian, and Law Library Director with over 5
years of experience, leadership and expertise within the diverse area of Law Librarianship.
Exceptional communications, organizational, analytical and interpersonal relationship skills; able to interact
effectively with faculty, students and members of the bar.
Proven success in effective interaction with partners,associates,clerks and law students,and resolving concerns
to complete satisfaction.
Excellent time management and deadline meeting skills.
Solid sense ofinitiative and enthusiasmfor all aspects of assigned tasks,as well as willingness to take on
additional projects.
Constant desire to learn and continue education in all areas.
Professional Experience
Tohono O’odam Community College, Sells,Arizona January 2016-Present
Adjunct Instructor
Presently teaching Business Law, with the hope of expanding list of course taught.
ITT Technical Institute, Tucson, Arizona May 2015-Present
Registrar
Responsible for scheduling courses for the Tucson Campus.
Work with students to achieve optimum schedules each quarter.
Evaluate student transcript information for possible transfer credit.
ITT Technical Institute, Tucson, Arizona August 2014 –May 2015
Records Coordinator
Track all application materials for new students to ensure timely receipt.
Create and adjust student schedules
Provide transcript information to employers, colleges and students
Responsible for functions of the Registrar in addition to the above listed duties
ITT Technical Institute, Tucson, Arizona June 2012 –August 2014
Adjunct Instructor
Teaching English Composition II, English Composition I, Professional Communication,
Written Analysis,Ethics, American Government, Introduction to Criminal Justice
United States Attorney’s Office, Tucson, Arizona January 2010-December 2011
Legal Assistant, Criminal Division
Responsible for maintain attorneys’trial calendars, in addition to drafting and filing notices,motions, etc.
Maintain files in an orderly and up to date manner
Draft correspondence with defense attorneys,court personnel,etc.
2. Kaplan University August 2009 – Present
Course Lead, Legal Writing
Keep course content accurate and current
Build a strong community of Faculty around the course to ensure a positive learning experience for all involved
Act as liaison between faculty and administration for problems, concerns,etc. regarding the legal writing course
Online Adjunct Instructor, Legal Studies
Presently teaching Legal Research and Writing to undergraduate legal students.
Taught courses in Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation, Torts, and the Paralegal Professional
Prepare and execute online seminars with Power Point presentations on a weekly basis.
Bay Path College January 2007 - September 2008 Springfield, MA
Adjunct Instructor, Legal Studies
Taught Legal Research and Writing and Computer Assisted Legal Research.
Responsible for ensuring students understood the concepts involved in executing legal research and presenting
results in the appropriate format.
Western New England College School of Law August 2004- September 2008 Springfield, MA
Head of Research Services
Directly supervised two Research Librarians.
Provided research assistance to faculty, staff, and the public.
Developed and presented training sessions and seminars on various topics relating to legal research for law
students.
Undertook marketing the law library’s training and seminar capabilities to area colleges.
Acted as liaison for the college Office of Information Technology.
Served as library representative for Westlaw and Lexis representatives. Worked with both representatives to
increase their participation in library sponsored events,such as National Library Week.
Developed and maintained reference hours and coverage schedules throughout the course of the year.
Served as Co-Editor of the Library’s newsletter.
Larkin, Hoffman April 2002 - February 2004 Bloomington, MN
Director of Library Services
Responsible for all aspects ofLibrary operations,including budgeting,collection development, and res earch.
Worked extensively with vendors,including development of attorney training programs concerning various
aspects ofcomputer assisted legal research.
Worked with various practice groups to demonstrate ways the library may assist themwith client development.
Developed and implemented collection weeding process that took library budget from a $70,000 deficit in
2002-2003 to break even in 2003-2004.
Developed and maintained library budget with no prior experience or outside assistance.
Developed training and marketing program to increase library exposure throughout the firm.
Dorsey & Whitney July 2000 – April 2002 Minneapolis, MN
Electronic Services/Reference Librarian
Responsible for maintenance and development of Library Intranet. Provided input on materials to be included
on various practice group pages.
Performed various forms of legal research.
Assisted attorneys with non-legal research, including current awareness and background information on various
corporations.
Volunteered to take over Electronics Services position, and underwent training to learn the position.
3. Rider, Bennett, Egan & Arundel November 1998 – July 2000 Minneapolis, MN
Law Librarian
Responsible for research, cite-checking, and all aspects of library operations.
Provided attorneys with current awareness research services.
Volunteered to assume acquisition responsibilities for the library.
Created and implemented marketing strategy for the library, including developing and writing monthly
newsletter.
4. Education
Master of Library and Information Science – 2001
University of Wisconsin/Milwaukee
Recipient of the Dean’s Award – Sept. 1999
Juris Doctor – 1999
William Mitchell College of Law, St. Paul, MN
Professional Affiliations
American Association of Law Libraries
Computer Skills____________________________________________________________________________
Microsoft Office 2010 Westlaw
Excel Lexis
Power Point Outlook
Ad Astra
Volunteer Activities-
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Reserve Deputy Sheriff – Pima County Sheriff’s Department
References
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Available on request