Jena Autrey
Overton,TX
Summary
Dynamic and approachable professional with extensive experience as a Secondary Librarian at Overton ISD, excelling in resource management and information literacy. Proven organizational skills and strong communication abilities enhanced patron satisfaction and streamlined library operations. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment while effectively managing diverse collections and supporting educational needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary Librarian
Overton ISD
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and maintained library collection to support curriculum needs.
- Facilitated instructional sessions on research tools and information literacy.
- Assisted students and staff in locating resources effectively.
- Implemented cataloging systems to enhance resource accessibility.
- Evaluated educational materials for inclusion in the library collection.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Increased patron satisfaction with timely responses to reference inquiries, utilizing extensive knowledge of information sources.
- Enhanced library user experience by effectively organizing and maintaining a diverse collection of resources.
- Managed acquisition process for new materials, ensuring the library''s collection remained current and relevant.
- Kept up-to-date records of materials, maintained inventory and corrected cataloging errors.
- Kept catalog orderly and updated with latest material additions and removals.
- Greeted patrons warmly and offered to assist with issues or needs.
- Organized library catalog, supplies, equipment and records.
- Educated library patrons about policies for checking out materials and using resources.
High School Secretary
Overton ISD
10.2013 - 07.2024
- Managed front office operations, including greeting visitors and answering multi-line phone systems.
- Coordinated daily schedules for staff and faculty, ensuring optimal use of time and resources.
- Assisted in maintaining student records and files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Supported event planning logistics, facilitating communication between departments and stakeholders.
- Placed orders for all classroom and office supplies.
- Handled high volumes of phone calls and emails from parents, students, and staff members, providing timely responses while demonstrating professionalism at all times.
- Organized meetings, appointments, and conferences for staff members, maintaining a smooth-flowing schedule for all parties involved.
- Processed incoming mail, distributing correspondence to appropriate recipients efficiently and accurately.
- Composed letters, memos, reports on behalf of administration when necessary, ensuring clear communication across various departments.
- Prepared cash deposits from school activities and made bank deposits.
- Processed student registrations and withdrawals.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
- Transcribed and organized information to assist in preparing speeches and presentations.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Overton High School
Overton, TX06.1990
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Works well independently
- Approachable
- Friendly
- Recordkeeping
- Shelf reading
- Multitasking
Timeline
Secondary Librarian
Overton ISD
07.2024 - Current
High School Secretary
Overton ISD
10.2013 - 07.2024
High School Diploma - General Studies
Overton High School