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Overview
Work History
Education
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Carol King

Minneapolis ,MN

Summary

I am looking for a full or part time job, preferably in library services. My skills as a librarian, and as a Senior Library Associate in cataloging college level material, and websites, online thesis papers and manuscript material, have required attention to detail and meeting deadlines . My skills with people and with books and creative activities would enable me to work in many areas. I would like to find a job working remotely since I have most recently decided to return to work after time off for health concerns. This is why I believe this position is an excellent match for me and I for it.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Library Associate

Macalester College
03.1994 - 01.2013
  • Cataloging of all types of monograph and non-monograph materials
  • Managed inter-Library Loan requests and submitting the requests to the correct type of location.
  • Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
  • Processed and prepared materials for shelving.
  • Database maintenance.
  • Handled receipt processing for book, audio-visual and computer software inventories.
  • Processed receipt of new book, audio visual and computer software inventory.

Library Associate, On-call

Anoka County Library
01.1991 - 12.1995
  • LibraryAssociate/AnokaCountyLibrary,Blaine,MN
  • Worked on an on-call basis for all branch libraries, while also covering the children's services reference desk at the main library.
  • Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
  • Supported staff with facility maintenance, security and customer relations work..
  • Stayed up-to-date on library policies and procedures to smoothly enforce standards.
  • Entered new transactions and updated records of library users.
  • Maintained circulation desk for lending periodicals and books to patrons.
  • Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
  • Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
  • Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
  • Collected and processed fines on overdue library materials.
  • Stayed up to date on references, card catalogs and automated information systems to teach and educate patrons.
  • Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.

Library Associate

Thousand Oaks Library
03.1988 - 10.1990
  • LibraryAssociate/ThousandOaksLibrary,ThousandOaks,
  • CA
  • Planned and presented story time programming for 2 year olds up to 10 year olds
  • Ordered new materials for the Children's Department
  • Provided reference desk coverage and reader's advisory service
  • Created booklists and bookmarks.
  • Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
  • Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
  • Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
  • Stayed up-to-date on library policies and procedures to smoothly enforce standards.
  • Educated patrons on use of reference sources, card catalogs and automated information systems.
  • Created fliers to inform visitors and patrons of book clubs, meetings and special programs.
  • Supported staff with facility maintenance, security and customer relations work..
  • Organized summer reading program for local school children.
  • Marketed library's many services to visitors and patrons through active communication.

Childrens Librarian

Teton County Library
03.1984 - 09.1987
  • Children'sLibrarian/TetonCountyLibrary,Jackson,WY
  • Responsible for all areas of service to the Children's Department
  • Supervised 1 library aide
  • Cataloged and ordered material, working with an annual budget
  • Planned and presented story times for 3-5 yr olds
  • Welcomed school groups of all ages and gave tours and book reviews
  • Worked at the adult services desk when needed
  • Planned and carried out summer reading programs
  • Opened and closed the library in the absence of Library Director.
  • Assisted children in locating and using library resources.
  • Researched, planned and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
  • Directed activities of 1 library technicians.
  • Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to patron requests.
  • Repaired or replaced damaged items to maintain continuity of service.
  • Stayed abreast of latest trends and strategies in field by reading trade publications and attending conferences.

Education

American And English Literature

The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga, Chattanooga, TN
09.1982
MAY

Education and English

BachelorofScience
1980
Achieved, Lacked a few credits in English

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent grammar and spelling
  • Research skills
  • Familiarity with databases
  • Familiarity with online editing
  • Understanding of privacy
  • Office suite software, also Mac office products
  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Library Organization
  • Active Listening
  • Library Automation
  • Interlibrary Loans
  • Display Creation
  • Reference Assistance
  • Social Media Management
  • Records Correction
  • Relational Databases
  • Electronic Resources
  • Database Management
  • Data Entry
  • Document Delivery
  • Cataloging and Shelving
  • Hospitality and Accommodation
  • Library Classification System

Additional Information

  • 2

Timeline

Senior Library Associate - Macalester College
03.1994 - 01.2013
Library Associate, On-call - Anoka County Library
01.1991 - 12.1995
Library Associate - Thousand Oaks Library
03.1988 - 10.1990
Childrens Librarian - Teton County Library
03.1984 - 09.1987
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga - , American And English Literature
BachelorofScience - , Education and English

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