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Charla Welch

Charla Welch

Librarian
Eagle River,AK

Summary

Customer-centered Library Assistant with MLIS. Successful at working with different personalities and thrives on delivering top notch service. Knowledgeable in circulation, cataloging, interlibrary loan, and shelving procedures.

Work History

Media and Library Assistant

Anchorage School District
Anchorage, AK
09.2020 - 05.2022
  • Managed library in coordination with library teacher for K-12 school
  • Weeded, maintained, and expanded collection to include diverse topics
  • Arranged library in user-friendly manner and updated signage
  • Completed full inventory and updated catalog system to reflect actual collection
  • Updated catalog entries to ensure ease of access for students.
  • Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
  • Educated patrons on use of reference sources, digital catalogs and automated information systems.

Research Librarian Intern

US Government Accountability Office
Washington, DC
10.2019 - 04.2020
  • Gathered information and assisted in conducting research on non-specialized and/or specialized assignments.
  • Assisted with developing search techniques for handling specific types of requests for use by other staff and outside requesters.
  • Participated in variety of responsibilities related to collection development and resource evaluation and testing; website development and information architecture; and/or resource sharing.
  • Assisted with researching various topics based on inquiries from mission teams, agency attorneys and external customers and prepared routine responses based on research gathered to address inquiries.
  • Worked with senior Librarians to develop and execute specialized research projects that involve developing different options related to sources and methodologies.
  • Executed searches of varying complexity using wide variety of electronic information retrieval systems and other resources

Recreation Aide

Vicenza Outdoor Recreation
Vicenza, Italy
04.2015 - 02.2018
  • Delivered recreational programs to meet needs and preferences of diverse resident population.
  • Communicated accurate information about available services and facilities to promote enrollment.
  • Opened, closed and secured facilities at prescribed times to accommodate scheduled activities.
  • Responded to public inquiries to provide information about programs and facilities.
  • Collected and analyzed participant feedback to inform program improvements.
  • Designed and distributed publicity to market programs.
  • Inspected, maintained and cleaned rental equipment and supplies to maintain operational standards.
  • Performed clerical, accounting and bookkeeping duties to process participation fees and reconcile cash receipts daily.
  • Collaborated with staff to create recreation offerings and facilitated communication about new programs to generate involvement.

Education

Master of Science - Library And Information Science

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA
01.2017 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of Saint Mary
Leavenworth, KS
08.1999 - 05.2003

Skills

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Additional Information

Certified Heartsaver CPR AED Classroom - American Heart Association

Issued Nov 2021 - Expires Nov 2023

Timeline

Media and Library Assistant

Anchorage School District
09.2020 - 05.2022

Research Librarian Intern

US Government Accountability Office
10.2019 - 04.2020

Master of Science - Library And Information Science

San Jose State University
01.2017 - 05.2020

Recreation Aide

Vicenza Outdoor Recreation
04.2015 - 02.2018

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of Saint Mary
08.1999 - 05.2003
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