Amy Cook
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Highly skilled professional with expertise in Microsoft Office Suite and records management software. Demonstrates exceptional organization, time management, and problem-solving abilities. Proven track record of effective relationship-building with internal and external stakeholders.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Archivist I
University of Arizona
Tucson
07.2022 - Current
- Promptly responds to requests for public records by locating, gathering, and reviewing records for digitization and publication, building trust, maintaining professionalism, and opening communication lines for future requests
- Conducts comprehensive reviews of multiple large and complex records to verify compliance with FISSA, NAGPRA, Privacy Act of 1974, and DOI Privacy Act
- Collects, evaluates, and manages confidential and sensitive records for appropriate redactions to maintain compliance with the National Park Service and Department of Interior’s standards and policies
- Maintains compliance with multiple record retention policies by overseeing the processing, cataloging, and securing of records, leveraging records management software and systems for efficiency
- Utilizes Adobe Pro and other software to prepare records for release, verifying proper formatting, editing, and adherence to organizational and legal standards
- Took the initiative to lead a small team in processing a large collection of records focusing on accuracy, efficiency, and detailed organizational skills to streamline retrieval and accessibility
- Uses excellent written and verbal skills to uphold the accuracy and integrity of responses to records requests
Assistant Archivist II
University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Maintained compliance with multiple record retention policies for the National Parks by applying strong analytical and organizational skills for efficiently organizing and cataloging records
- Collaborated to process records in preparation for scanning and dissemination to stakeholders, ensuring deadlines are met
- Used standardized procedures to efficiently organize and catalog records for easy retrieval and accountability
- Maintained data security measures to protect confidential information, demonstrating a detailed-oriented approach to safeguarding sensitive materials
- Reviewed records to identify and redact for confidential information prior to publication, applying records management experience and attention to detail to uphold compliance with confidential standards and policies
Web Harvesting Archivist
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Salt Lake City, Utah
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Leveraged strong organizational skills to create standardized procedures for harvesting, organizing, and cataloging records, facilitating easy retrieval, accountability, and retention in compliance with public disclosure requirements
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of digital and web-based records to assess their suitability for publication in the online catalog, ensuring compliance with laws, policies, and retention guidelines
- Collaborated with stakeholders to continuously evaluate and improve the web harvesting program by improving efficiency, accuracy, and responsiveness
- Used effective written and verbal skills to build relationships with internal and external agencies
- Applied time management and analytical skills to accomplish the large and complex yearly harvesting goals including time-sensitive captures and long-term projects, while maintaining detailed-oriented workflows
- Acted with integrity and professionalism in interactions with cross-functional teams inspiring trust, transparency, and collaboration in achieving shared goals
- Worked with the Special Projects team, and other stakeholders, to create and build the Web Harvesting program for the library to update its collecting abilities to present practices
Global Services and Acquisitions Intern
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Salt Lake City, Utah
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Fostered positive relationships with global stakeholders by delivering responsive and customer-focused services, gaining trust and confidence through prompt and professional communication regarding records
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of physical and digital records to determine their suitability for release, ensuring compliance with the library's legal and public disclosure requirements
- Prioritized tasks and managed time effectively to meet multiple deadlines, completing a year-long project while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in processing a high volume of physical and digital submissions daily
- Used time management and organizational skills to track, process, organize, catalog, and submit for preservation Annual Histories, working with records management software and systems to enhance accuracy and efficiency
- Supervised and supported team members in processing and organizing large quantities of physical and digital records, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and adherence to organizational standards
- Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively with supervisors, team members, and volunteers, ensuring deadlines were consistently met
- Took initiative to update and customize training materials for future interns and volunteers, as well as, trained multiple groups of volunteers through in-person training and through training materials
Education
Master of Arts - Library and Information Science
University of Arizona
TucsonBachelor of Arts - Theater Studies - Dramaturgy
Brigham Young University
ProvoSkills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Records Management Software
- Organization
- Time Management
- Problem-solving
- Collaboration
Continuing Education
- Reference Desk - University of Wisconsin • Madison (2024)
- DACS Fundamentals - Society of American Archivists (2024)
- Archives - University of Wisconsin Madison (2023)
- Web Harvesting - University of Wisconsin Madison (2021)
Timeline
Archivist I
University of Arizona
07.2022 - Current
Assistant Archivist II
University of Arizona
02.2022 - 07.2022
Web Harvesting Archivist
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
03.2020 - 08.2021
Global Services and Acquisitions Intern
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
02.2019 - 02.2020
Master of Arts - Library and Information Science
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Studies - Dramaturgy
Brigham Young University
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