Talissa Gonzalez
Chicago,IL
Summary
As I finish my Bachelor's degree in English Literature and begin my Fast-Track Master's Program in Library and Information Sciences, I would like to expand my experience within the library field. This will provide me with the knowledge that will fuel the direction of my future librarianship.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Services Assistant
Dominican University, Rebecca Crown Library
02.2026 - Current
- Managed physical processing of materials (labeling, barcoding, spine preparation, shelving readiness)
- Organized and updated shelving materials in accordance with Library of Congress Classification and Dewey Decimal Classification systems
- Created documents that help track retention of inventory
- Collaborated with Librarians for optimal workflow
Restaurant Hostess
Olive Garden
05.2024 - Current
- Assigned seating arrangements based on customer preferences and restaurant policies.
- Answered incoming calls with appropriate greeting and provided information about the menu or wait times.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Upsold menu items when appropriate.
Writing Center Tutor
Dominican University
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Provided feedback on grammar, syntax, structure, organization, argumentation and source use in writing-related assignments.
- Improved student confidence by encouraging writing agency.
Education
BA - English Literature
Dominican University
River Forest, IL05.2027
Master of Arts - Library And Information Science
Dominican University
River Forest, IL05.2029
Timeline
Technical Services Assistant
Dominican University, Rebecca Crown Library
02.2026 - Current
Writing Center Tutor
Dominican University
08.2024 - 12.2025
Restaurant Hostess
Olive Garden
05.2024 - Current
BA - English Literature
Dominican University
Master of Arts - Library And Information Science
Dominican University
Volunteer Work
Youth Group Administrator
Belmont Assembly of God, Chicago, IL
March 2023 - present
- Oversaw volunteer onboarding, training, and provided continual support for their long-term growth within the ministry
- Participated in leading and coordinating special events, including outreach events and retreats
- Participated in fundraising efforts catered towards the ministry's missionary project
General Volunteer
Belmont Assembly of God, Chicago, IL
August 2018 - present
- Sound ministry: Responsible for adjusting the quality of and balancing the sound of regular performances held by the worship team
- Community outreach: Participated in a number of fundraising and community service events that aimed to aid inhabitants of the Belmont Cragin neighborhood
- Fellowship initiatives: Participated in events catered towards enhancing the sense of community within the church.