Kristina Darnell

Kristina Darnell

Librarian

Followers of Kristina Darnell1000 followers
location of Kristina DarnellGreater Seattle Area

Connect with Kristina Darnell to Send Message

Connect

Connect with Kristina Darnell to Send Message

Connect
  • Timeline

  • About me

    Community Engagement and Economic Development Services Manager at The Seattle Public Library

  • Education

    • Florida State University

      2007 - 2009
      Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS) Information Technology and Library Science

      Completed MLIS through the online distance learner program. Comfortable with quickly learning new digital technologies.

    • Minnesota State University, Mankato

      2004 - 2006
      Master of Music Vocal Performance

      Activities and Societies: Concert Choir, Chamber Choir, Leading roles in Opera Productions Graduate Assistant in the Kiyo Suyematsu Music Library.Taught voice lessons to students ages 10-21.Hired as adjunct faculty professor to teach Class Voice during a faculty sabbatical.

    • Drury University

      2000 - 2004
      Bachelor of Science (BS) Music

      Activities and Societies: Kappa Delta Sorority, Drury Honors Program, Lester R. Bryant Pre-Admissions Program (early acceptance to University of Missouri School of Medicine), Concert Choir, Drury Singers, Chamber Choir, Orchestra, Musical Theater Productions Minors in Biology and Global Studies

  • Experience

    • Hennepin County Library

      Jan 2006 - Apr 2014
      Librarian

      Provided customer service including reference, readers’ advisory, and aid with equipmentAssisted patrons with use of public computers, scanners, eReaders, and with the navigation of a variety of websites including jobs and employment, school, and social media sitesMaintained the Augsburg Park Library Webpage, including adding pictures to Flickr and maintaining a “staff reads” pageMaintained reference materials and adult fiction collection Person-in-charge regularly, including setting alarms and responding to emergencies Show less

    • The Seattle Public Library

      May 2014 - Jul 2018

      I create Programming opportunities through collaboration with local organizations as well as colleagues in system-wide initiatives. I build and maintain relationships with schools, social organizations, non-profits, and other community contacts. I also build and maintain relationships with patrons of all ages.I provide customer service both inside the library buildings and in the community, including reference, readers’ advisory, aid with equipment, public computers, eReaders, and with the navigation of a variety of websites including jobs and employment, school, and social media sites.I maintain the children’s collection at the Southwest Library including ordering relevant items of interest to the community and removing items with outdated information.I present weekly Baby, Toddler and Preschool Storytimes at the Southwest Library for over 50 regularly attending families. I plan curricula, including ordering books, music, fingerplays, bouncy songs, puppets, flannel boards, and researching early literacy components. Show less

      • Supervising Librarian

        Sept 2016 - Jul 2018
      • Children's Librarian

        May 2014 - Sept 2016
    • King County Library System

      Jul 2018 - Oct 2021
      Librarian Services Manager

      I oversaw provision of library services in the communities of Tukwila, SeaTac, Boulevard Park, and later of Federal Way and Des Moines. I participated in the Regional Management Team at the Tukwila, Valley View, Boulevard Park, White Center, Greenbridge, Burien, and later the Vashon, Federal Way, Federal Way 320th, Woodmont, and Des Moines libraries. I managed a total of 17 librarian direct reports and served as staff liaison with the Friends of the Library groups for Tukwila, Valley View, Boulevard Park, Vashon, Federal Way, Des Moines, and Woodmont Libraries. Show less

    • The Seattle Public Library

      Oct 2021 - now
      Community Engagement and Economic Development Services Manager
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Fundraising: Measuring Social Impact

      Center for Business Excellence, University of St. Thomas
      May 2013
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Kristina Darnell
      Customer Service Award Hennepin County Employee Recognition Jul 2011 Recognizes an individual or team whose performance exemplifies the countywide competency of "Customer Focus," displaying a consistent dedication to meeting and exceeding the needs of internal and/or external customers.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Therapeutic Recreation Volunteer

      Issued by Walker Methodist Health Center on Jan 2013
      Walker Methodist Health CenterAssociated with Kristina Darnell