Amani Rashid

Work History

Orland Park Public Library

5 2022 - Current

Assists patrons in the full use of the Adult Services department and its digital and print resources, including basic reference service
Participates in collection maintenance, including the weeding process
Assists patrons with program registration, study rooms, and database registration, including Libby and Hoopla
Performs tasks associated with opening and closing the Department
Provides written reports to Management Team
Seeks and engages in professional development
Assist patrons with Polaris databases, including placing request for holds
Performs tasks on computers, the Internet, email, Microsoft Windows and Office applications, and other relevant technologies and equipment
Assist Reference Librarians with accuracy, detail-oriented, and efficiency in the performance of assigned duties.
Participates with collection development, display, and recommendation.
Co-leads Arabic storytime programs and events.
Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
Developed library displays and implemented innovative outreach activities for improved community engagement.
Maintained a well-organized collection through diligent shelving, shelf-reading, and inventory management tasks.

MAPS- MCOC (Muslim Association Of Puget Sound- Many Cultures, One Community)

09.2012 - 06.2022

Served eight years as Co-chair of MAPS-MCOC
Currently serving 1 year as the Chair of MAPS-MCOC
Organized and executed social and educational programs that promote creativity and diversity through showcasing Islamic arts, history, and cultures
Made executive decisions in forming the structure of the fraternity's internal organization, finances, public relations, etc
Partnered with team members to develop and coordinate art and cultural events
Organized and executed educational meetings, fundraisers, and outreach events and recruited volunteers to assist with implementation
Generates publicity for events and completed annual status reports
Developed good problem-solving skills, using communication and teamwork
Set-up coordinated and cleaned up events including community service events, social networking events and MAPS support events
Negotiated and problem solved at committee meetings with fellow volunteers about events
Recruited participants for events through social media outlets such as Facebook and Instagram as well as with word-of-mouth
Worked in collaboration with the Board to revise budget, income, and expenses
As co-chair of Events Committee: created and planned a calendar of events for the year, including general meetings, social and service activities, and local excursions
Responsible for overseeing logistics of member meetings and special events
Volunteer to serve on mosque committees, donating time and talents to assist with fundraising and other various projects.

Orland Park Public Library

11.2021 - 05.2022

Familiarity with OPPL Adult Service’s wide selection of available materials, such as books, magazines, newspapers, and multimedia resources
Daily duties of pick list for requested hold items
Sorting and Shelving library materials
Ability to alphabetize and put things in numerical order
Organizes keeping materials and book displays well-presented and available for patrons
Shelves and retrieves library materials and performs shelf duties, such as reading, weeding, shifting
Ability to lift, bend and reach library materials and carts
Demonstrates excellent work ethics, teamwork, reliability, and communications skills with Adult Service Librarian Assistant’s
Responsible for keeping OPPL presentable for local patrons and community members.

Techstream Auto Center

05.2008 - 11.2021

Co-founder of Techstream Auto Center
Coaches’ management on handling and resolving performance issues in Techstream Auto Center
Responsible for the management of Techstream Auto Center
Supervised and trained 3 employees with full employee retention
Worked with the All-Data database to maintain inventory of 150+ financial products and prepare invoices
Administered payroll, company benefits packages, and team building meetings and outings
Prepared and updated employment records, including pension plans, compensation packages, benefits, disciplinary behavior, and disputes
Administered and processed paperwork related to new hires, job candidates, employment concerns and complaints, and pre-employment tests
Analyzed sales statistics and team performance metrics.

Medina Academy

09.2011 - 01.2018

Collaborated with 5 associate directors to design a new strategic operating plan that will directly increase the effectiveness and competitiveness of Medina Academy
Provided strategic insight and direction as a board member
Analyze operations, evaluate performance, determine areas of potential cost reduction, program improvement and policy changes
Confer with board members to discuss issues, coordinate activities and resolve problems, including the creation and implementation of organizational bylaws
Advocate for the organization concerning State and Federal policy issues
Participate on a subcommittee to interview new members for the Board and to also hire leadership positions for the organization
Organized and executed educational meetings, fundraisers, and outreach events and recruited volunteers to assist with implementation
Negotiated and problem solved at board meetings with fellow board members about events and fundraising
Recruited participants for events through social media outlets such as Facebook as well as with word-of-mouth
Generated publicity for events and completed monthly status reports
Set-up coordinated and cleaned up events including; community service events and social networking events
Participated in Family forums to assess the needs of students, staff, and parents
Provided logistic community support to parents and assisted with writing a resume, food distribution, transportation and immigration translation.

King County Library System

01.2004 - 01.2008

Checking books and materials in and out to patrons using the computerized circulation system
Using library software and following procedures to check out materials to patrons
Registering patrons to permit them to borrow books, periodicals, and other library materials
Locating library materials for loan and replacement material in shelving areas, stacks, or files according to identification number and title
Compiling records, sort, shelve, issue, and receive library materials such as books, electronic media, pictures, cards, slides, and microfilm
Working with and helping the patrons with computer details and internet searches
Assisted librarians on special projects with shelving, moving, or locating items
Provided circulation services associated with shelving library materials, placing reserves, automated circulation system, and collecting and clearing fines
Created displays for seasonal and special occasions, such as poetry month, black history month, and back-to-school themes
Performed regular cataloging of new acquisitions, maintaining accurate data and building a strong knowledge base of the library's materials
Answered phones and directed phone calls to the appropriate recipients and filed loose leaf updates for library collections as well as staff/faculty copies.