Candace Roy

Highly organized administrative professional with over 15 years of experience providing executive-level support in government and legal environments. Skilled in managing calendars, coordinating meetings and events, preparing and proofreading executive correspondence, and ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures. Adept at handling confidential information, interacting tactfully with executive staff, commissioners, and the public, and managing multiple priorities in fast-paced settings.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, virtual meeting platforms, and record management, with a proven ability to plan and execute high-profile events and ceremonies. Experienced in scheduling, document management, public interaction, and handling confidential information. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, virtual platforms (Zoom, Teams), and maintaining calendars, databases, and filing systems.

Holds a proven ability to manage complex administrative functions while ensuring compliance, accuracy, and professionalism.

City of Detroit – Board of Police Commissioners, Detroit, MI

Administrative Assistant

September 2022 – Present

• Support Board Secretary, commissioners, and legal advisors in administrative and legal tasks.
• Prepare, proofread, and distribute official correspondence, meeting agenda, meeting minutes, and legal documents.
• Coordinate meetings, hearings, and events, including scheduling with law enforcement and court staff.
• Greet visitors and handle inquiries from the public, legal professionals, and city personnel.
• Prepare and distribute reports of a legal and departmental nature.
• Schedule and moderate virtual meetings using Zoom; document and follow up on meeting commitments.
• Assist staff with internal policies and procedures; serve as liaison between management and team members.
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper records in compliance with record retention policies.

State of Michigan – Department of Health and Human Services, Inkster, MI

Eligibility Specialist / Account Manager

March 2011 – September 2022

• Managed a caseload of 900+ cases, including sensitive legal and financial information.
• Communicated with clients, attorneys, and state agencies regarding eligibility and appeals.
• Prepared formal correspondence, legal letters, and determination notices; ensured accuracy and policy compliance.
• Verified documentation and maintained detailed client records in state-managed systems.
• Coordinated with administrative law judges and hearing staff for appeals and reviews.
• Created and entered data into departmental databases; ensured confidentiality and accuracy.

Wayne State University Law School, Detroit, MI

Master of Studies in Law – January 2026 – Present

Purdue University, Indianapolis, IN

Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies — Graduated December 2010

Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies — Graduated August 2009