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Kathryn Dugan

Valparaiso,Indiana

Summary

Effective, positive Library Assistant at Porter County Public Library with expertise in interlibrary loans and a strong commitment to customer service. Enhanced patron satisfaction through personalized research assistance and digital literacy training. Adaptable and detail-oriented, I streamlined processes to improve access to diverse materials, fostering a love for reading and learning within the community.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Library Assistant

Porter County Public Library
04.2007 - Current


  • Maintained a well-organized collection through inventory management tasks.
  • Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
  • Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
  • Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
  • Contributed to the library''s overall mission by performing additional tasks or responsibilities as assigned, adapting quickly to new challenges and demands.
  • Promoted literacy and reading enjoyment through developing engaging book displays and promotional materials.
  • Ensured timely access to resources by efficiently processing incoming books, periodicals, and multimedia items.
  • Managed interlibrary loan requests, ensuring prompt fulfillment of borrowing needs for patrons.
  • Streamlined interlibrary loan processes, expanding access to diverse materials for patrons.
  • Developed crucial digital skills among patrons by offering instructional sessions on using library technology effectively.
  • Increased patron satisfaction by providing personalized research assistance and recommendations.
  • Answered phone and in-person inquiries about library services, policies and procedures to provide accurate information.
  • Managed library materials for accurate record-keeping.
  • Kept detailed records of lending transactions and library users.
  • Assisted with mailings and interlibrary loans to facilitate flow of information and resources between libraries.

Education

High School Diploma -

Valparaiso High School
Valparaiso, IN
06-2005

Skills

  • Interlibrary loans
  • Customer service
  • Digital literacy
  • Communication skills and Telephone Etiquette
  • Problem solving
  • Library software proficiency
  • Collection and Acquisitions management : materials ordering and distribution
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptable and flexible

Timeline

Library Assistant

Porter County Public Library
04.2007 - Current

High School Diploma -

Valparaiso High School
Kathryn Dugan