Heather Gilbert
Ridgefield
Summary
Results-oriented Senior Library Assistant with strong project management skills and a focus on community outreach. Successfully led engaging story time programs and 3D design courses, fostering a welcoming environment for patrons.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Library Assistant
Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries
Ridgefield
08.2025 - Current
- Plan and run Story time programs, including: Family Story time, Sensory Story Time, Baby Story Time as well as off-site Story Times at both the local kindergarten and Early Learning Center.
- Create promotional materials such as bookmarks, posters, flyers to advertise events and activities in the library.
- Plan and teach 3D Printer certification courses as well as 3D Design classes for the public.
Public Service Assistant
Fort Vancouver Regional Libaries
Ridgefield
07.2022 - 08.2025
- Assisted patrons in locating and checking out library materials, including reader advisory.
- Organized and maintained library resources, including shelving, shifting, floating and general tidying.
- Managed circulation desk operations; checking in, checking out, patron service.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies needed for daily operations.
Certified Lactation Counselor
Private Practice
Pomona
02.2011 - 07.2022
- Home Visits / Digital Contact
- Helping new Mothers navigate the often complicated experience of Lactation.
- Provide Insurance Filing Assistance for needful clients.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Management
University Of Maine At Presque Isles
Presque Isle, ME05-2026
Google Project Mangement - Project Management
Coursera
06-2025
Certificate - Lactation Counselor
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA06-2011
Skills
- Project management
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Community engagement
- Library programming
- Circulation services
Timeline
Senior Library Assistant
Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries
08.2025 - Current
Public Service Assistant
Fort Vancouver Regional Libaries
07.2022 - 08.2025
Certified Lactation Counselor
Private Practice
02.2011 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Management
University Of Maine At Presque Isles
Google Project Mangement - Project Management
Coursera
Certificate - Lactation Counselor
University of San Diego