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JOSHUA MELISSARI

North Brunswick,NJ

Summary

Seeking to become a Member-at-Large of the LibraryLinkNJ Executive Board.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Acting Library Director

The Linden Free Public Library
07.2023 - Current
  • Supervised library staff of 25 people for Library that services approximately 43,000 residents.
  • Composed and set priorities for annual organizational budget of over $3 million.
  • Drafted a 3-year capital improvement plan and created a capital fund account of $600,000.
  • Evaluated, mentored and disciplined staff according to Library policies, collective bargaining agreements and NJ Civil Service Commission rules.
  • Hired new staff members in both clerical and professional roles.
  • Oversaw more than 17% increase in active library cardholders and an 84% increase in library program attendance.
  • Implemented security upgrades throughout Library facilities, including purchasing an updated security camera server, placing mobile panic buttons at service desks, and installing a key fob lock system for staff areas.
  • Directed staff to use multiple methods to market Library programs and services, such as social media, email lists, and physical mailers.
  • Officially represented Library at local meetings to build public awareness of library programs and services.
  • Compiled monthly reports and made recommendations for policy and procedure changes to Board of Trustees.

Part-time Librarian

South River Public Library
10.2020 - 05.2023
  • Managed circulation staff during weekend and evening hours when senior management were not present.
  • Presented over 20 programs for adults and children, including meditation workshops, themed events, and guest lectures.
  • Ordered and cataloged audio-visual materials, including DVDs, audiobooks, and interactive children's books.
  • Maintained a high level of customer service by addressing and resolving patron concerns or complaints in a timely manner.

Adult Librarian

New York Public Library
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Organized and led adult programming for adults including workshops on community mental health, book discussion groups, and other topics of local interest.
  • Coordinated interactive online workshops with guest speakers on various topics of interest to local community.
  • Visited local community and senior care centers to provide library services to those unable to visit library in person.
  • Conducted one-on-one computer help sessions with patrons.

Special Education Social Studies Teacher

Trenton Public School District
09.2019 - 02.2023
  • Taught 3 periods of middle and high school special education classes on social studies every school day.
  • Maintained accurate student records for over 50 students per marking period.
  • Developed and implemented interesting and interactive lessons using technology.
  • Communicated with parents and other community stakeholders.

Library Associate

South River Public Library
02.2019 - 09.2020
  • Planned 6 week STEM program for children aged 5-10 to coincide with summer reading.
  • Provided reference services to patrons in person and by phone.
  • Assisted patrons with tech-related questions and issues on public computers.
  • Assisted circulation department as needed.

Library Assistant

South River Public Library
09.2017 - 02.2019
  • Processed materials checked out and returned by patrons.
  • Answered patrons’ questions at circulation desk.
  • Pulled materials from shelves to send out for inter-library loan.
  • Maintained complete and accurate records of library transactions.
  • Re-shelved books to maintain neat and tidy reading area.

Education

Master of Science - Library & Information Science

St John's University Online
Queens
2020

Professional Certificate - Special Education

Rutgers School of Education
New Brunswick, NJ
2011

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Richard Stockton College of NJ
Galloway, NJ
2003

Affiliations

  • American Library Association (2018 to present)
  • New Jersey Library Association (2018 to present)

Timeline

Acting Library Director

The Linden Free Public Library
07.2023 - Current

Adult Librarian

New York Public Library
02.2023 - 05.2023

Part-time Librarian

South River Public Library
10.2020 - 05.2023

Special Education Social Studies Teacher

Trenton Public School District
09.2019 - 02.2023

Library Associate

South River Public Library
02.2019 - 09.2020

Library Assistant

South River Public Library
09.2017 - 02.2019

Master of Science - Library & Information Science

St John's University Online

Professional Certificate - Special Education

Rutgers School of Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Richard Stockton College of NJ

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