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Tara Wong

Tara Wong

Registration Database Systems Manger

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Chief Executive Officer at Oakville Public Library

  • Education

    • Northern Exposure to Leadership Institute

      2012 - 2012
      Public Libraries

    • Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia

      2003 - 2005
      Masters Library and Information Studies 2005

    • Information Technology Institute, Halifax, Nova Scotia

      2000 - 2000
      Diploma Applied Information Technology

    • University of King's College, Halifax, Nova Scotia

      1995 - 1999
      B.A Advanced; History and English

    • University of Toronto

      2016 - 2018
      Public Library Leaders Program Public Libraries

      Created by CULC and support by University of Toronto; the goal of the Public Library Leaders program is to contribute to the vitality and success of public libraries and the diverse communities they serve well into the 21st century, by positioning public library professionals to be proactive, effective voices in the global information environment.This program is designed to expose and engage library managers who have the desire and potential for highest levels of leadership in public… Show more Created by CULC and support by University of Toronto; the goal of the Public Library Leaders program is to contribute to the vitality and success of public libraries and the diverse communities they serve well into the 21st century, by positioning public library professionals to be proactive, effective voices in the global information environment.This program is designed to expose and engage library managers who have the desire and potential for highest levels of leadership in public libraries to themes, experiences and current leaders to augment their preparedness. Show less

  • Experience

    • NSCAD University

      May 2002 - Aug 2005
      Registration Database Systems Manger

      • Managed Access database• Resolved database issues as reported by staff and students• Data Entry

    • Ottawa Public Library

      Oct 2005 - Oct 2012

      • Coordinated projects related to Library system implementations and web development.• Developed policies and procedures for areas such as Wireless, Digital Media and ILS.• Chaired various internal committees • Was responsible for day-to-day operations of the Digital Services department. • Administered the Integrated Library System (SirsiDynix's Horizon) and various add-on applications (Telecirc, wireless, Overdrive, Online Booking System etc) • Actively participated on numerous internal committees • Prepared statistical and reporting summaries for numerous individuals on both a scheduled and ad-hoc basis.• Trained staff on numerous library services such as Overdrive digital media, Wireless, ILS functions etc.

      • Coordinator - Digital Services

        Aug 2010 - Oct 2012

      • Systems Librarian

        Oct 2005 - Aug 2010

    • Algonquin College

      Jan 2010 - Jul 2018
      Professor

      - Taught online courses in the General Education department. - Instructed Library Software and Introduction to Libraries courses in the Library Technician program.

    • Regina Public Library

      Oct 2012 - Jul 2014
      Manager, Public Services

      • Managed 4 RPL branches, the Literacy Services Unit as well as the Central Children's branch • Provided leadership and direction in the research and development of programs, services and projects.• Contributed to the development of library service and strategic planning at RPL.

    • Oakville Public Library

      Jul 2014 - now

      • As a member of the senior management team participate in strategic and business planning. Act as champion for all technology-related business plan initiatives.• Lead, guide and support all aspects of the Collections, Technologies and Programming development operations and services. Review and modify the group’s structure and workflows to ensure efficient, cost-effective, quality services.• Work collaboratively with library staff and Town of Oakville Information Systems + Solutions (IS&S) staff to achieve the library’s strategic vision for service excellence. Show less

      • Chief Executive Officer

        Nov 2018 - now

      • Director, Innovation and Integration

        Jul 2014 - Nov 2018

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Antiracism Education

      Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion
      Apr 2022

    • Workplace Mental Health Leadership

      Queen's University
      Apr 2023

    • Building Literacy in Equitable Practices

      Sheridan College
      Apr 2022

    • AI Competency

      Mindstone
      Jul 2025
      View certificate certificate

    • Executive Management

      DeGroote School of Business - McMaster University
      Nov 2021

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Cat Socializer

      Issued by Oakville & Milton Humane Society on Jun 2022
      Oakville & Milton Humane SocietyAssociated with Tara Wong

    • Board Member

      Issued by Centre for Equitable Library Access on Sept 2019
      Centre for Equitable Library AccessAssociated with Tara Wong

    • Board Member

      Issued by Oakville & Milton Humane Society on Jun 2024
      Oakville & Milton Humane SocietyAssociated with Tara Wong