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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
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Patrick Mullane

Patrick Mullane

Summary

Librarian I certified with 18 years of experience in effectively managing library operations, developing comprehensive collections, and implementing innovative programs. Adept at fostering a conducive learning environment, enhancing user experiences, and leveraging technology to expand library services. Seeking an opportunity to contribute my skills and leadership in a dynamic library setting.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Library Services

Baker College
Owosso , MI
01.2021 - 10.2024
  • Supervises operations of the various campus libraries, circulation desks, and the library's staff members.
  • Responsible for assessing the physical and digital library resources necessary to support the institution and the allocation of its $1.5 million budget.
  • Managed database and ebook license agreements and contract renewals for electronic resources
  • Updates policies and procedures to align with best practices related to the provision of library services.
  • Maintains interlibrary loan partnerships and agreements.

Coordinator of Information and Technology Resources

01.2014 - 01.2021
  • Managed and negotiated license agreements and contract renewals for electronic resources
  • Collated information and data used in the analysis and evaluation of electronic resources
  • Oversaw operation of the Online campus library and staff members
  • Chair of system-wide budget committee
  • Data collection for ACRL reference and statistics
  • Served on committees responsible for creating policies related to system-wide services

Remote Services Librarian

Baker College
11.2008 - 01.2014
  • Served as the reference liaison to distance learners using email, phone, instant messaging and LibAnswers
  • Responsible for web development for the library's online presence
  • Created instructional and informational materials such as online tutorials, surveys and guides, and eLearning content using tools like LibGuides and Camtasia

Government Documents Intern

Wayne State University
07.2006 - 08.2008
  • Provided research support regarding government document collection and information.
  • Assisted with library instruction to both undergraduate and graduate students
  • Under the Government Documents library, responsible for development and weeding of documents to keep collection current and relevant
  • Knowledgeable in searching the Federal Register, the Code of Federal Regulations, and GPO Access.

Education

MLIS -

Wayne State University
01.2008

BA - English

Michigan State University
01.2003

Skills

  • Library technology
  • Content creation
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Communication
  • Strategic thinking
  • Fostering relationships
  • Issues Resolution
  • Collection management
  • Information Management

Certification

Librarian’s Permanent Professional Certification

Accomplishments

Implemented a single sign on solution to the library's online resources eliminating the need for a separate login number

Spearheaded the creation of the college's parallel, digital library in order to better serve the needs of a dispersed and diverse student population

Effectively increased the library budget by 25% over the course of my tenure, which led to a direct savings for students as we transitioned to open educational and library resources

Timeline

Director of Library Services

Baker College
01.2021 - 10.2024

Coordinator of Information and Technology Resources

01.2014 - 01.2021

Remote Services Librarian

Baker College
11.2008 - 01.2014

Government Documents Intern

Wayne State University
07.2006 - 08.2008

MLIS -

Wayne State University

BA - English

Michigan State University

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