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Grace Locke

Columbia

Summary

Library professional with experience in cataloging, circulation, and customer service. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs. Reliable in organizing resources, assisting patrons, and maintaining library systems. Skillful in using library management software, research databases, and providing educational support. Passionate about the services libraries provide.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Library Aide

Daniel Boone Regional Library
03.2023 - Current
  • Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
  • Contributed to effective inventory management through regular shelf-reading, identifying misplaced items, and addressing gaps in the collection.
  • Supported the creation of a positive learning environment by enforcing library rules and addressing any disruptive behavior promptly and professionally.
  • Improved library organization by accurately shelving books and materials according to relevant organizational systems.
  • Enhanced patron satisfaction by assisting with research inquiries and locating requested materials.

Clerical Assistant

University of Missouri - Ellis Library
09.2021 - 12.2024
  • Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
  • Handled check-out and transportation process of requested library materials and prepared them for transportation.
  • Supported the library's mission by providing access to a diverse range of resources through efficient and effective Interlibrary Loan operations.
  • Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
  • Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.

Cashier

Bulger True Value
10.2020 - 08.2021
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with high accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.

Babysitter

Babysitter, Private Residence
12.2019 - 06.2020
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
  • Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.

Sandwich Maker

Subway
07.2019 - 12.2019
  • I spent the majority of my time with customers and food. My duties included preparing food correctly for customers, using the register, and prepping ingredients.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
05.2025

General Studies -

Olathe Northwest High
Olathe, KS
05.2021

Skills

  • Shelving accuracy
  • Circulation desk operations
  • Shelf reading
  • Collection development
  • Reading and teaching
  • Database navigation
  • Information literacy
  • Interlibrary loans
  • Cataloging proficiency
  • Electronic resources troubleshooting
  • Reference services

LANGUAGES

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Library Aide

Daniel Boone Regional Library
03.2023 - Current

Clerical Assistant

University of Missouri - Ellis Library
09.2021 - 12.2024

Cashier

Bulger True Value
10.2020 - 08.2021

Babysitter

Babysitter, Private Residence
12.2019 - 06.2020

Sandwich Maker

Subway
07.2019 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of Missouri

General Studies -

Olathe Northwest High

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