Cassandra Williams

Librarian

Pocahontas County Libraries and Visitor Center

Marlinton, WV

03.2024 - 05.2024

Developed and maintained library collection by selecting, ordering, cataloguing, and classifying books and other materials;.
Conducted library tours to introduce patrons to resources available in the library;.
Organized book displays and coordinated special events such as author visits;.
Provided reference services to students, faculty, staff and community members using print and electronic resources;.
Assisted patrons with locating information using online databases, search engines, websites and other research tools;.
Created library policies for circulation of materials and usage of equipment;.
Managed daily operations of the Library including staffing issues, budgeting, inventory control and purchasing;.
Supervised student assistants in providing customer service at the circulation desk;.
Planned activities for children's story time programs;.
Coordinated interlibrary loan requests from other institutions;.
Prepared reports on library usage statistics for departmental review meetings;.
Maintained records of patron borrowing activity with an automated system ;.
Maintained complete and accurate records of library transactions.
Organized library equipment and collections.
Answered patrons' questions at circulation desk.
Replaced worn labels and barcodes to keep materials in good physical condition.
Organized library media supplies, main catalog, special equipment and permanent records.
Kept resources in clean and working fashion to maintain availability for use.
Documented movement of library media materials and equipment.
Performed digital research using databases and online data repositories.
Coached students, faculty and staff in use of electronic, print and internet resources.
Researched questions and concerns from customers and provided detailed responses.
Cleaned and repaired damaged books and library resource materials.
Processed faculty requests for new resources.
Publicized and promoted library services, programs and collections.
Maintained inventory of contents for rare books and archives collections.
Made copies of reference materials for patrons and processed associated fees.
Directed catalog, media and instructional services in library.
Fostered a welcoming and inclusive library environment, encouraging community participation and lifelong learning.
Coordinated interlibrary loans, expanding access to resources not available in the local collection.
Managed budget and financial resources, ensuring optimal allocation towards library services and collection development.