Jennifer Peacock
West Jordan,Utah
Summary
Knowledgeable librarian with 18 years experience working within corporate and archive library systems. Fast learner and multi-tasker willing to work flexible schedules to meet patron needs. Excellent knowledge of e-resources, books, subscriptions, media and research processes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Manager / Research Librarian
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
Salt Lake City, UT
06.2007 - Current
- Managed corporate library collection development of internal and external resources in various formats, including hard copy, digital, subscriptions, models, and equipment.
- Developed strategic plans for library growth including long-term management plans and archives for both business records and library collection.
- Performed information reference and discovery.
- Provided exceptional customer service by conducting prompt and effective reference work, including writing literature reviews and annotated bibliographies.
- Streamlined patron information retrieval and discovery by identifying user pain points and resolving said issues with outreach and training, creating and implementing specialized taxonomies, procuring improved knowledge management systems, and ongoing user analysis.
- Managed a diverse team of librarians, support staff, and volunteers to ensure smooth daily operations and uninterrupted services.
- Assisted other departments in my organization in developing and implementing similar knowledge management systems.
- Skilled at write proposals, strategies, recommendations, best practices, literature reviews, and annotated bibliographies.
Project Data Manager
Evans Evaluation
Salt Lake City, UT
09.2013 - 12.2016
- Gathering and organizing data for the analysis of youth and government programs.
- Managed a variety of teams nationwide, in person and remotely, to establish clear data collection and management protocols, and ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Verify and correct data organization to ensure analysts' success.
Archivist
University of Utah's Marriott Library Special Collections
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2005 - 06.2007
- Preserved valuable historical documents by implementing proper archival storage techniques and maintaining optimal environmental conditions.
- Enhanced accessibility to archived materials for researchers and the public by developing comprehensive finding aids and digital databases.
- Managed acquisition process for new collections, assessing relevance and value to the institution's mission.
- Conducted research using primary sources to support exhibits, publications, and educational programs.
- Implemented effective digitization strategies, increasing access to historical resources for remote users.
- Provided reference assistance to patrons, guiding them in locating relevant resources within the archives.
- Mentored junior archivists in best practices and professional standards, fostering a supportive environment for career growth and development.
Education
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
University of North Texas
Denton, TX08.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05.2006
Associate of Arts - Asian Studies
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05.2006
Skills
- Collection Development
- Digital Asset Management
- Library Management Systems
- Reference Research and Services
- Research Support
- Interlibrary Loan Processes
- Metadata Creation
- Staff and Volunteer Supervision and Coordination
- Information Literacy
- Office Suite and Office 365 proficiencies
Timeline
Project Data Manager
Evans Evaluation
09.2013 - 12.2016
Library Manager / Research Librarian
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
06.2007 - Current
Archivist
University of Utah's Marriott Library Special Collections
08.2005 - 06.2007
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of Utah
Associate of Arts - Asian Studies
University of Utah