Jerry McRae

Experience

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  UNC Wilmington

  Jan 2004 - Apr 2007

  Parking Control Officer

  As a UNC-Wilmington Parking Services Control Officer, this position enforces the campus parking rules and regulations by educating customers, issuing citations (either computer generated or hand-written), and applying/removing immobilized devices. Additional duties includes completing associated forms and reports regarding enforcement and maintenance issues. Lastly, as an employee, I participated in regular maintenance of parking areas and signage.While performing the duties of this job, I was regularly required to stand, walk, talk and listen.U was required to enforce on foot, on bicycle or in a vehicle to facilitate duties and responsibilities. Writing parking citations and also managing parking for concerts, and program events. Show less

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  Step N2 College TV Show

  Jul 2010 - Mar 2011

  Senior Talent Coordinator

  As the Senior Talent Coordinator for Step N2 College, I went far and near to find great talent to perform for the end performance of every television episode. From saxophonist, to hip hop artists, to talented vocalists, even poets, whatever your amazing talent was, I FOUND you. I also scouted out various inspiring guest to come be interviewed and share their stories of success. Step N2 College aired as the new 30-minute, live call-in TV Talk Show, “Step N2 College” hosted by Ms. Koyah Rivera. It went live on the Raleigh Television Network Spring 2010! The show highlighted all aspects of the college planning process while featuring college/university representatives from North Carolina colleges & universities who will offer viewers insight into what colleges are looking for and tips for college success. Various guests from various school systems and the NC Department of Public Instruction will also be featured, as they help students tap into strategies to reach academic success in pursuit of their dreams! Each show will be capped off with an inspirational performance from a guest performer. The show is set to inspire, and motivate students and adults alike to access the vehicle of education to pursue their passions and train as they prepare to live their dreams! Get ready to “Step N2 College” with Koyah Rivera, as she leads the way through this new show-sure to be a must see for any local student or parent. Show less

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  Public Schools of Robeson County

  Oct 2010 - Aug 2011

  Fairgrove Middle School Library Assistant

  As a library assistant in the Public Schools of Robeson County, successful performance of the job requires good customer service/people skills to resolve problems and provide information as requested. 1.Assist students and staff in locating and using materials in the library media center by answering questions, gathering materials, demonstrating use of equipment and software and operating av and production equipment.2.Perform general secretarial responsibilities including typing, filing, compiling statistics and assisting with financial records; uses computers available in the library media center to accomplish many of these tasks.3.Maintains the card or computer catalog, shelf list and other library media files; includes data entry for automated circulation and catalog systems..4.Inventories and maintains equipment; includes changing lamps and other easily replaced parts, performing preventive maintenance through cleaning and lubricating, preparing equipment to be sent for repair, maintaining repair records and inventories.. 5.Circulates library materials; includes checking materials in and out, sending overdue announcements and maintain overdue records; schedules the use and delivery of audio visual materials and equipment..6.Maintains the library collection; includes shelving books, reading shelves, adding and withdrawing items, mending and repairing items, preparing books for the bindery and assisting with inventory. Assists in the maintenance of the computer software collection.7.Assist with the ordering and processing of materials and equipment; includes typing orders, maintaining the consideration and order files; engraving new equipment and processing materials. maintains supply inventory and assists in the preparation of supply orders.8.Maintains a clean, orderly and attractive environment; assist in the preparation of displays.9.Performs other duties as assigned. Show less

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  UNC Pembroke

  Jan 2012 - Nov 2016

  University Library Reference Technician

  I have over 5 years of Academic Library Experience! I also serve on the National Library Week Committee & the Staff Development Committee 2012-2016!! University Library Reference Technician Specific Duties are:• Assists librarian with evening reference coverage and provides coverage after the librarian goes off duty.• Provides evening reference coverage on a substitute basis for librarians.• Provides coverage of Circulation during staff breaks and as needed.• Supervises and evaluates student assistants as needed.• Assists with classroom instruction and preparation.• Assists with maintenance of the reference collection by checking materials for currency and making recommendations to the Reference/Instructional Services Librarian for updating or supplementing the collection.• Collect reference supplements.• Assists the Reference/Instructional Services Librarian in maintaining and reporting monthly reference statistics to Executive Assistant.• Assists patrons with the use of equipment in the reference area.• Maintains supplies needed in the reference area.• Makes photocopies of reference/instructional handouts as needed.• Performs periodic visual inspection of the library building in order to help maintain safety and order.• Provides orientation tours as needed.• Records reference use statistics and shelves materials that have been used.• Assists with closing procedures Sunday – Thursday and opening procedures on Sundays.• Assists Circulation staff members with the maintenance of laptops and other media equipment available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.• As feasible, takes advantage of educational opportunities through staff development at UNCP or statewide library organizations. • Performs other library-related duties as assigned by the Reference/Instructional Services Librarian, the Assistant Dean for Research Services, and/or the Dean of Library Services. Show less

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  Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library

  Nov 2016 - Dec 2020

  Reference Librarian

  • Provides reference and research services to the students and faculty and members of the general Atlanta University Center community• Participates in general reference services, including night and week-end rotations• Provides research assistance for on-site and remote library users, including night and week-end rotations• Provides curriculum-integrated, information literacy centered library instruction to students and outreach to faculty• Participates in collection development activities and provides outreach to faculty, including, serving as liaison for academic program/departments in subject areas supporting the curriculum and research needs of the member institutions• Conducts topical research seminars, and individual or group trainings• Excellence in coursework in the development of instruction and/or information literacy tools incorporating appropriate emerging learning technologies• Demonstrates knowledge of electronic resources related to academic research, with a commitment to working in a culturally diverse environment. • Excellent communication skills (including writing and public speaking) and great customer service ethics and high expectations for quality• Creates information literacy and research tutorials for use across multiple Learning Management platforms (Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle)• Partners with the E-Learning Technologies Unit to create digital learning objects for use in Research Guides and other online systems• Develops instructional materials, research guides, web tutorials and other resources to optimize utilization and understanding of library resources and services• Participates in the development, implementation, and assessment of services, policies, procedures, and publications• Participates in grant development and implementation• Participates in library-wide initiatives through committees and task forces• Participates in activities in support of accreditation at the institutional and departmental levels Show less

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  Atlanta Technical College

  Mar 2021 - now

  Reference Librarian

  • Provides reference and research services to the students and faculty and members of the general Atlanta Technical College community.• Participates in general reference services.• Provides research assistance for on-site and remote library users, including night and week-end rotations.• Provides curriculum-integrated, information literacy centered library instruction to students and outreach to faculty.• Participates in collection development activities and provides outreach to faculty, including, serving as liaison for academic program/departments in subject areas• Create and maintain helpful library guides for research needs of our students.• Provides technical support for library software; provides information and research services to patrons.• Supervises circulation services.• Follows and maintains the manual of policies and procedures of Atlanta technical College.• Supervises student assistant and student workers.• Supervises the physical processing of library materials. • Responsible for maintaining a comprehensive media center to support staff, faculty, and students at Atlanta Technical College. • Develops policies, procedures long and short-term goals and objectives for the operations of library programs and educational resource center. Show less