Amber Beazer

Experience

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  Mosholu Montefiore Community Center, Inc.

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2003

  Office Assistant

  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents• Developed company calendars, event fliers and newsletters for clients that were praised for their quality and comprehensiveness• Displayed proficiencies in communication via telephone, e-mail, fax and front-desk reception within high volume environment• Maintained, verified and update filing, inventory, mailing, and database systems manually or using a computer• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn company organizational processes, policies and procedures Show less

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  The New York Public Library

  Jan 2014 - Apr 2018

  Library Information Assistant

  • Provide circulation/reference service and instruction to library patrons using print, media and computer resources • Check books and other materials in and out • Maintain periodicals/newspaper collection• Process new materials for circulation • Responsible for keys, lockers and combinations for staff• Took initiative to reorganize staff workroom space for a more purposeful working environment• Supervised Library Pages and administered their schedules• Orchestrated a successful Homeless Awareness Goods and Clothing Drive• Lead library programs for children and young adults• Assist with fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures• Process Inter-library Loan materials and Books By Mail Show less

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  Fordham University

  Apr 2018 - now

  • Manages the appropriate consistency of collection and item-level description and quality control across all digital collections.• Consults with Fordham University stakeholders about best metadata practices, workflows and tools to facilitate research data management.• Participates in library digital projects using CONTENTdm or other digital collections software. Keeps abreast of developments in electronic publishing• Develops documentation for the creation and application of metadata and provide training and consultation to faculty and library staff.• Supervises and trains students and staff members working on metadata quality control and database management projects.• Creates and maintains local documentation on metadata standards and application guidelines.• Oversees the harvesting of the library’s digital collections for ingestion into larger initiatives (ATLA Digital Library, JSTOR, DPLA, etc.)• Ensures copyright compliance on all of the library’s digital initiatives. Show less •Handle circulation and reserve operations using Sirsi Workflows and Ares•Generate user and item reports to expired user accounts, analyzing the efficacy of placing holds on accounts•Process library holds in Banner, including pertinent details about lost materials and account status and facilitates the recuperation of lost items from patrons in an effectual manner•Maintain statistics for all overdue and lost item notifications•Train, mentor, assist and encourage library student assistants to perform a variety of general library operations as well as distributing their assignments•Creates and approves user accounts for study room reservations via Booked Scheduler•Provide courteous customer service regarding all facets of library operations via phone and/or e-mail communications•Conduct opening and closing duties to ensure that the Circulation & Reserves Department is ready for business Show less

  • Digital Asset Metadata Management Librarian

    Feb 2023 - now

  • Circulation Support Staff

    Apr 2018 - Feb 2023