Experience

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  Putnam valley library

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  Library clerk

  Responsible for maintaining the automated circulation desk and processing inter-library loan items through Innovative Millennium Interface. Performed routine reserve and overdue functions.

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  The center for fiction

  Jan 2008 - May 2008

  Intern

  Researched online reader’s advisory pages for specialized fiction, provided descriptions of de-accessioned material for the library’s Abebooks account. Working with the Head Librarian, analyzed the library’s periodical subscriptions and assisted in their weeding process.

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  Mahopac public library

  Sept 2008 - Oct 2014

  Promoted to supervisory role in the area of transliteracy, while retaining previous responsibilities. Additional responsibilities include:Maintaining the library’s entire video collection, both fiction and non-fiction. Responsible for the acquisition, cataloging, and circulation of e-readers and their titles. Developed a written policy and procedure for the Library Board and Circulation Staff. Initiatives have included:Creating and now oversee the library’s social media presence, including Facebook (800+ followers), Twitter, Pinterest, Blogger, Google+ and Foursquare. Research best practices and maintain online scheduling through Hootsuite. Working with the Head of the Public Computer Center, researching new technologies in order to suggest new purchases for the library such as various brands of tablets in order to expand instructional offerings. Show less Librarian Responsibilities: Provide reference and readers advisory services to patrons. Experience working at all public desks, including Reference, Information, Circulation, Youth Services, and Technical Services. Responsible for cataloging all ordered material with Dewey Decimal Classification.Perform collection development for a portion of the library’s adult and juvenile Reference and non-fiction titles. Continually evaluate current titles, weed the collection, and order new material. Experience ordering material from a variety of vendors such as Brodart, Midwest Tapes, Great Courses, and Amazon. Plan and execute annual Adult Summer Reading Program, which includes purchasing prizes, holding weekly raffles, and holding an end of summer reception. Host monthly film screenings through Film Movement. Coordinate other programs with outside organizations such as the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project and the Turkish Cultural Center. Responsible for all promotional material and online registration. Supervise up to seven library clerks and assistants on a regular basis. Act as the Person-in-Charge of the building several times a week.Familiar with Innovative Sierra and SIRSI/DYNIX automation systems, SAM and Envisionware Reservation and Printing.Instructor Responsibilities:Provide one-on-one computer help to patrons with basic computer troubleshooting, help with e-books, e-readers, and the library’s online resources in the library’s Public Computer Center.Provide staff training, when necessary, in order to demonstrate the use of new technology in the library. Show less

  • Media Librarian

    Apr 2013 - Oct 2014

  • Librarian and Public Computer Center Instructor

    Sept 2008 - Mar 2013
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  Danbury library

  Oct 2014 - now

  As the Assistant Library Director, collaborates with the Library Director in the administration and supervision of the Danbury City Library to provide a broad range of library services to customers and community organizations.Manages the daily operation of the Library.Assists in the administration, coordination and implementation of library policies and objectives.Coordinates the principal library functions in all departments either in conjunction with or in the absence of the department head.Develops orientation and training for the professional and technical staff.Prepares activity reports and statistics.Oversees the establishment and maintenance of effective customer service and public relations.Oversees the selection, acquisition, cataloging and disposal of library materials.Works in coordination with the Personnel Department and Civil Service to recruit hire and evaluate the library personnel.Assists in the planning, implementation and evaluation of long-range and annual goals and objectives.Attends professional meetings at national, state and local levels, representing the Library Director as necessary.Acts as Library Director in the absence of the chief administrator. Show less Initiatives included:Created and managed the library’s electronic device lending program from the Library Technology Center to the public, including iPads, Kindles, Rokus, and Wifi Hotspots. Developed the library’s written policies and loan agreements. Expanded the program by purchasing and creating specialized iPads to circulate in the areas of Early Literacy and Spanish Language, as well as Long-Loan devices. Responsible for the daily maintenance of all devices. Acted as a consultant to other public and academic libraries regarding the library’s device lending program.Created the library’s Wifi Hotspot Loan Program, an initiative developed to help bridge the digital divide in the City of Danbury. Communicated with peers and administrators in other library settings while researching best practices, pricing, policies, and loan rules. Acted as a reference for T-Mobile for other libraries interested in developing their own programs. Additional responsibilities:Organized the library’s online presence by managing social media and the front page of the library website in order to promote library events and services. Created the library’s Instagram account which gained has over 700 followers in one year. Managed the library’s audiovisual and digital collections, including the selection, acquisition, and cataloging of material. Managed multiple budget lines. Regularly met with vendors to assess the process, progress and results of their services in relation to the library. Maintained monthly statistics for the use of the library’s digital services. Continually assessed usage and made recommendations and contributions to the library’s Technology Plan. Provided in-person library service at the Information Services Department. Utilized library databases and traditional library resources in answering patron inquiries. Show less

  • Assistant Library Director

    Mar 2016 - now

  • Digital Services Librarian

    Oct 2014 - Mar 2016