Carrie Kent
West Des Moines,IA
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background in library services in a public school setting, good organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent customer service skills and ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Associate
Des Moines Public Schools
Des Moines, IA
08.2000 - 06.2026
- Maintained the circulation desk and daily operation of a school library.
- Managed records of library materials, patrons, and circulation activities using Follett Destiny Discover.
- Supervised students and assisted with research projects and locating materials for both students and staff.
- Maintained the library collection which included ordering, processing, inventory, monthly and yearly reports, and overdue notices.
- Organized book displays to promote new titles or featured collections.
- Supported the Advanced Learning Program's Battle of the Books competition.
Building Technologist Specialist
Des Moines Public Schools
Des Moines, IA
08.2018 - 06.2026
- Managed school computer inventory to ensure accurate tracking and availability of resources.
- Assigned and distributed computers at the beginning of the school year and collected them at the end of the year.
- Provided technical support.
- Troubleshot computer issues and created work tickets for those beyond my scope.
- Liaison between the District's technology department and the school.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZSkills
- Library services
- Circulation services
- Collection management
- Cataloging and shelving
Certification
- Library Associate Certification, Heartland AEA - 2001
Timeline
Building Technologist Specialist
Des Moines Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2026
Library Associate
Des Moines Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2026
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Arizona State University