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Leif Variz

Leif Variz

Brunswick,MD

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience in library services, specializing in program design and staff motivation. Proven ability to enhance library offerings and foster collaboration across departments. Committed to supporting staff development and community engagement through effective communication and innovative initiatives. An energetic and passionate librarian who cares deeply about my staff and the community we serve. I strive to support my staff as best I can, and I wish to help them find value in every task they accomplish.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Adult Services

Loudoun County Public Library
Purcellville, Virginia
07.2024 - Current
  • Oversees daily operations by managing staff, writing the daily schedule, and ensuring compliance with LCPL policies.
  • Conducts regular meetings with the adult services department to discuss possible programming and future services based on public interest and needs.
  • Designs and conducts adult services programming, taking into account both information gained from the public, and events outside the world of library services.
  • Supervises and evaluates staff performance in terms of customer service, programming, and general library processes.
  • Facilitates interdepartmental communication to improve adult services operations, and to ensure that all staff are aware of changes to policy or workflow.
  • Established partnerships with external organizations to expand resources for adults seeking assistance, particularly with ESOL programming and resources.
  • Oversees collection development for adult services, evaluating items based on relevance, condition, and accessibility.
  • Provides exceptional customer service to all patrons and provides a model to staff on how to consistently provide the same level of service.

Head of Teen Services

Loudoun County Public Library
Leesburg, Virginia
10.2021 - 07.2024
  • Introduced innovative solutions to improve team performance and outcomes.
  • Facilitated a collaborative work environment through support and guidance to colleagues.
  • Developed and executed teen programming aligned with interests and needs of local teenagers.

Children's Librarian

Loudoun County Public Library
Brambleton, VA
05.2020 - 10.2021

Head of Children’s Dept./ Assistant Branch Manager

St. Mary's County Library
Leonardtown, Maryland
03.2015 - 05.2020

Education

Master of Arts - Library And Information Science

University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD
05-2015

Completed Property Manager Training
Loudoun County
08-2025

Skills

  • Project management and program development
  • Fluent in 500 signs in ASL
  • Boosting staff motivation
  • Effective communication
  • Organizational leadership
  • Reasoning/Problem solving
  • Customer-focused service
  • Conflict resolution
  • Familiar with the Disruptive Behavior Administrative Procedure for Loudoun County (EMER-01) and how and when to submit incident reports
  • Comfortable placing Sprocket, Lib Desk, and Link Services tickets
  • Intimate knowledge of both CarlX and Power BI applications
  • Certified notary public

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Head of Adult Services

Loudoun County Public Library
07.2024 - Current

Head of Teen Services

Loudoun County Public Library
10.2021 - 07.2024

Children's Librarian

Loudoun County Public Library
05.2020 - 10.2021

Head of Children’s Dept./ Assistant Branch Manager

St. Mary's County Library
03.2015 - 05.2020

Master of Arts - Library And Information Science

University of Maryland Global Campus

Completed Property Manager Training

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