Dee Schrodt
Belmond,IA
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Library Director
Alexander Public Library
Alexander, IA
08.2013 - Current
- Organized special collections such as rare books or manuscripts for preservation purposes.
- Developed and implemented library policies, procedures, and standards.
- Assisted with marketing efforts by designing promotional materials for library services.
- Directed events such as public talks, book signings and monthly group meetings.
- Provided reference services to patrons using print, media, online resources, archives, databases.
- Evaluated existing technology systems used within the Library and made recommendations for upgrades when necessary.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Designed educational materials to promote literacy among children or adults in the community.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
- Managed collection development activities such as ordering new books and materials.
- Maintained accurate records of circulation statistics and patron information.
- Hired and supervised library staff and volunteers.
- Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
- Coordinated and oversaw summer reading lists and other programs.
- Authored thorough employee manuals and delivered new hire training.
- Oversaw cataloging activities related to new acquisitions into the Library's system.
- Recruited, hired and encouraged permanent staff and volunteer workers.
- Reviewed applications from potential employees during hiring processes.
- Planned long-term goals for library services based on user needs.
- Supervised librarians and other staff in the performance of their duties.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Took input from staff and public to determine future plans and adjust policies.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Collaborated with local government officials regarding funding opportunities or public policy initiatives affecting the Library.
- Promoted the use of library resources through outreach programs in schools or community centers.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Created and maintained budgets for library operations and programs.
- Supported customers with locating and selecting materials.
- Participated in professional organizations to stay informed about changes in libraries.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Managed library money drawer, counted totals and prepared weekly deposits.
- Resolved customer complaints relating to service issues or policy violations.
- Attended conferences to acquire knowledge about current trends in libraries.
- Scheduled and coordinated library services, events, and activities.
- Maintained up-to-date records of circulation.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clark Community High School
Osceola Iowa05-1969
Skills
- Collection development
- Grant applications
- Public relations
- Creating new collections
- Collection management
- Facilities management
- Material inventory management
- Staff hiring
- Library technology
- Collection inventories
- Program management
- Reference services
- Accessibility standards
- Financial recordkeeping
- Cataloging expertise
- Information management
- Records maintenance
- Staff development
- Advanced Excel knowledge
- Excel tracking
- MS word, excel, and outlook
- MS Excel
Affiliations
- Event planner such as Summer Reading, bringing in speakers like General Grant and Abraham Lincoln, organize coffees, fundraisers, Santa Day
Certification
- Certified Public Librarian within 3 months of my hire date
Languages
Spanish
Limited
References
- Ann Bonde: Former library board member (641-425-2438)
- Brad Petersen: Library Board member/City Council (641-231-2250)
- Amanda Wessels: Library Board member (641-425-5880)
- Christian Larsen: City Council (515-825-8881)
- Barb Gardner: Library Director Coulter (641-866-6798)
- Deb Olson: Library Director Dows: (515-852-3646)
Timeline
Library Director
Alexander Public Library
08.2013 - Current
- Certified Public Librarian within 3 months of my hire date
High School Diploma -
Clark Community High School