Megan Underwood
Huntington,WV
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Archives Volunteer
Huntington Museum Of Art
03.2024 - Current
- Prepared archival materials for digitization projects following established protocols.
- Developed finding aids that simplified the process of locating specific documents within collections.
- Maintained strict confidentiality when handling sensitive documents, ensuring privacy for all parties involved.
- Digitized crucial records to enhance accessibility for remote users and streamline retrieval processes.
- Improved archival preservation by implementing proper storage and cataloguing methods.
- Maintained knowledge of museum topics by studying new artifacts and exhibits.
Library Assistant
Cabell County Public Library - Guyandotte Branch
09.2021 - Current
- Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
- Maintained a well-organized collection through diligent shelving, shelf-reading, and 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.
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
- Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
- Monitored library environments to maintain safe, hazard-free settings.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining clean, safe, and inviting spaces within the library premises.
- Processed library card applications and maintained patron records with accurate contact information.
- Ensured timely access to resources by efficiently processing incoming books, periodicals, and multimedia items.
- Maintained secure environment by monitoring visitors at front desk.
- Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
- Assisted patrons with printing and copying according to personalized requirements.
- Collected fees, fines and donations for balanced library finances.
Archive Volunteer
Marshall University Morrow Library
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Prepared archival materials for digitization projects following established protocols.
- Ensured long-term preservation by conducting condition assessments on materials and recommending conservation measures as needed.
- Maintained strict confidentiality when handling sensitive documents, ensuring privacy for all parties involved.
- Digitized crucial records to enhance accessibility for remote users and streamline retrieval processes.
- Performed regular collection audits to maintain accuracy in inventory records and identify gaps in holdings.
- Improved archival preservation by implementing proper storage and cataloguing methods.
Education
Master of Library And Information Science - Library And Information Science
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - History
Marshall University
Huntington, WV07.2021
Skills
- Written and oral communication
- Cataloging and shelving
- Library Services
- Database Management
- Microsoft Office
- Data Entry
- Attention to Detail
- Document Scanning
- Materials Locating
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Positive Attitude
- Material Shelving
Timeline
Archives Volunteer
Huntington Museum Of Art
03.2024 - Current
Library Assistant
Cabell County Public Library - Guyandotte Branch
09.2021 - Current
Archive Volunteer
Marshall University Morrow Library
05.2021 - 09.2021
Master of Library And Information Science - Library And Information Science
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Arts - History
Marshall University