LaMoya N Burks
Texarkana,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader in library and information sciences with proven success in strategic planning and enhancing membership growth. Expertise in data science education and digital transformation with a commitment to advancing organizational goals. Adept at fostering collaboration and driving innovation within academic and professional environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant
LaMoya Burks Consulting
Texarkana, TX
02.2025 - Current
- Evaluate needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives and deliverables.
Adjunct Faculty, Department of Information Sciences
University of North Texas
Denton, Texas
01.2023 - Current
- Instruction in Data Science: Teach a broad spectrum of topics encompassing theoretical, machine learning, and computational foundations of data science
- Teach principles of library and information science management to master’s level students
- Lead online instruction sessions, conducting research in the field of data science, and providing service to the academic community
Project Development/Website Usability
American Library Association
Chicago, IL
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Supported digital transformations by providing expertise in content migration and structuring information architecture.
- Facilitated development efforts to ensure continuous improvement in digital platform usability.
Interim Executive Director-Young Adult Library Services Association
American Library Association
Chicago, IL
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with Executive Board to formulate new and improved policies.
- Delivered continuous assessments on the effectiveness of Association activities, programs and services.
- Guided strategic and operational long-term planning for YALSA membership.
- Supervised expansion of the Association's financial assets such as a $2M+ operating budget in addition to managing trusts and endowments.
- Enhanced visibility of ALA and YALSA by effectively representing the association.
- Fostered collaborative relationships with related and affiliated entities.
- Strategized educational launch efforts with ALA Continuing Education division, delivering a first-year growth target of 5% in new programs.
- Devised strategies that boosted membership recruitment by 3%
- Led comprehensive training programs for 2,300 librarians across 35 states under IMLS Barbara Bush T3 initiative.
- Maintained relationships with potential partners through collaboration with Development Office and Public Policy Office.
- Managed grant compliance, ensuring accurate preparation of quarterly statistical and narrative reports.
Faculty
Harvard Graduate School of Education
Cambridge, MA
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Devised impactful methods to navigate leadership challenges within academic libraries.
- Employ research outcomes in the field of library and information science to boost advocacy efforts.
Head Librarian
Texarkana College
Texarkana, Texas
05.2018 - 05.2022
- Coordinating and Implementing Library Services: Provided leadership to align library services and programs with the college's mission to meet the diverse needs of students and faculty
- Assessed service outcomes to identify areas for improvement and implementing strategies to enhance library operations
- Coordinated outreach initiatives and programming to support continuing education, workforce development, recruitment, and retention efforts to local schools and community-based organizations
- Ensured the safety and security of library facilities while managing facility-related tasks and maintenance through implementation of COVID protocols
- Devised training and consultation to support a culture of innovation and high performance among staff members to provide exceptional service to library patrons
- Oversaw creation and content development of print and electronic marketing materials
- Produced variety of well attended programming, including Annual Student Orientation to include tours, scheduled individualised training and workshops to support their information and research needs
Instruction Librarian
Texarkana College
Texarkana, Texas
10.2014 - 05.2018
- Served as a liaison to faculty members to support their library instruction and research needs
- Assessed instructional programs and incorporating feedback to enhance the effectiveness of library instruction
- Created electronic instruction resources and ensuring their accessibility to students, faculty, and staff
- Provided reference services to patrons with emphasis on GED, early admissions, Honors, first generation and underserved student populations
- Performed outreach services to youth ages 6-18 in area school districts, after school programs, and neighborhood centers
Education
MS - Library & Information Science
University of North Texas
Denton, Texas12-2017
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Texas A&M University
Texarkana, TX05-2011
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Texas A&M University
Texarkana, TXSkills
- Strategic planning
- Operational efficiency
- Financial analysis
- Risk management
- Staff development
- Performance metrics
- Cross-functional team management
- Data Science Instruction
- Digital Platform Usability
- Library Management Systems
- Instructional Design
- Content Migration
Certification
Graduate Academic Certificate in Digital Content
Graduate Academic Certificate in Data Analytics
Graduate Academic Certificate in Advanced Management in Library Science and Information Agencies
Accomplishments
Member of the Month, Texas Library Association,2016
Student of the Month, University of North Texas, Library and Information Science, August 2017
Spotlight, Leadership Texarkana, 2020
Alumni Spotlight, Texas A&M University -Texarkana, 2020
Texarkana Public Library
Appointed Commissioner, 2020-2026
Planning committee
Security Committee
Texas A&M University- Texarkana Alumni Board member 2018-present
Secretary/Treasurer, 2020-2024
Harvest Texarkana, Board Member 2024-2026
CASA Women of Hope and Honor, Board Member, 2024-2026
Pleasant Grove Independent School District of Innovation Committee, 2018-present
Pleasant Grove Independent School District Education Foundation Board, 2018-2024
Pleasant Grove Independent School District Education Foundation Advisory Board, 2024-2026
Timeline
Consultant
LaMoya Burks Consulting
02.2025 - Current
Project Development/Website Usability
American Library Association
10.2023 - 03.2024
Adjunct Faculty, Department of Information Sciences
University of North Texas
01.2023 - Current
Interim Executive Director-Young Adult Library Services Association
American Library Association
02.2022 - 12.2023
Faculty
Harvard Graduate School of Education
06.2020 - 07.2022
Head Librarian
Texarkana College
05.2018 - 05.2022
Instruction Librarian
Texarkana College
10.2014 - 05.2018
MS - Library & Information Science
University of North Texas
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Texas A&M University
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Texas A&M University