Jasmine Tapia
Sparta
Summary
Goal-oriented professional dedicated to supporting patrons and staff with administrative needs. Knowledgeable about books, periodicals and other materials common to libraries and processes for handling each. Compassionate and analytical in helping resolve diverse problems.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Assistant
Sparta Free Library
Sparta
10.2024 - Current
- Answered phones to respond to patron inquiries or direct calls appropriately.
- Conducted inventory of library collections on a regular basis.
- Collaborated with staff members from other departments within the organization on projects related to increasing patron engagement.
- Organized shelves, book displays, and other library areas according to established guidelines.
- Processed payments from patrons for fines or fees associated with their accounts.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, safe environment by ensuring that furniture was arranged correctly and floors were free of debris.
- Assisted patrons in locating and checking out library materials.
- Assisted in the cataloging of new books and materials.
- Maintained accurate records of circulation activities including check-ins and outs and overdue items.
- Assisted in the preparation of materials for public programs such as book clubs, lectures, story times.
- Greeted patrons upon entrance to library and offered assistance with needs or issues.
- Answered patrons' questions and assisted in finding materials requested.
Cashier
Sparta Co-Op services
Sparta
09.2022 - Current
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline checkout procedures.
- Trained new staff on register operations and customer service standards.
- Stocked, replenished, and organized inventory to keep store merchandise fresh.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sparta High School
Sparta, WI06-2022
Skills
- Cataloging materials
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Public program preparation
- Book organization
- Payment processing
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Shelf reading
- Material shelving
- Cash handling
- Product restocking
- Time management
- Credit and cash transactions
- Reliability and punctuality
- Multitasking and organization
- Inventory control
- Attention to detail
- Library software proficiency
Timeline
Library Assistant
Sparta Free Library
10.2024 - Current
Cashier
Sparta Co-Op services
09.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Sparta High School