Dana Gartland
Brighton,MI
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Self-starter with strong customer service skills. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Librarian/Media Specialist
Ann Arbor Public Schools
10.2020 - Current
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Developed policies and procedures for library patrons for optimal satisfaction.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Promoted library services and resources through public relations initiatives and community outreach.
- Actively participated in multifaceted team projects, fostering collaboration and refining project management abilities in real-world scenarios.
- Created and implemented fundraising plans to encourage donations and distribute funding.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Media Specialist/Curriculum Coordinator
Hillel Day School
08.2010 - 09.2020
- Developed and executed yearly budgets to purchase yearly acquisition of books, periodicals, supplies and computer software and hardware.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
- Negotiated contracts and delivery plans with vendors.
- Reached out to vendors to evaluate available curriculums and associated materials.
- Designed, implemented, and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs.
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Streamlined operational processes and workflow to increase efficiency of team performance and resource allocation.
- Updated students on use of Internet as reference tool to access latest information and differentiate between relevant and irrelevant sites and material.
Database Administrator
University Of Michigan
04.2010 - 08.2010
- Administered, supported, and monitored databases by proactively resolving database issues and maintaining servers.
- Created and implemented database designs and data models.
- Set up and controlled user profiles and access levels for each database segment to protect important data.
- Tested programs and databases to identify issues and make necessary modifications.
- Designed and developed analytical data structures.
- Developed and updated databases to handle customer data.
- Coordinated with project management on database development timelines.
Education
Master of Science - Information
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI12.2009
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Collaborative
- Program Management
Timeline
Librarian/Media Specialist
Ann Arbor Public Schools
10.2020 - Current
Media Specialist/Curriculum Coordinator
Hillel Day School
08.2010 - 09.2020
Database Administrator
University Of Michigan
04.2010 - 08.2010
Master of Science - Information
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor