Taylor Hedges
Cincinnati
Summary
Experienced library professional with a strong focus on information organization, digital cataloging, and community engagement. Collaborative team player excelling at adapting to changing needs and consistently achieving targeted outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in collection management, research, and delivering exceptional user services. Recognized for reliability, flexibility, and a readiness to make a significant impact.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Librarian
Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library
09.2023 - Current
- In addition to carrying out the duties of a Youth Librarian, I am responsible for many additional roles at College Hill, including:
- Visual Marketing
- Employee Morale Ambassador
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Welcome Wagon Committee-Training and mentoring new librarians
Medical Dispute Appeals Assistant
Sheakley UniComp
10.2022 - Current
- Medical Dispute Administration Support
- JULY 2021- PRESENT
- Library-related skills: Training new hires, teamwork, working with diverse co-workers and clients, office protocols
Part-Time Librarian
Mercantile Library
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Provide member support including assisting with reading recommendations, sourcing research resources, answering inquiries about the history of the library
- Collaborate with library staff on special projects, events, and member programming
- Partner with staff in the process of acquisitions and weeding
- Perform collections functions, such as maintaining catalog consistency, processing returned materials, and shelving
- Developed, promote, and manage a popular monthly Board Game Club, open to the public
- Participate in Mercantile Library programs, including Instagram Live book chats, in-person book clubs, and new member events
Education
Master of Arts - Library Science
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY06-2023
Skills
- Youth Program Design
- Collection Strategy Development
- Visual Content Development
- Staff Training Programs
- Reading and teaching
- Volunteer coordination
- Community outreach
- Program planning
- Guiding students
- Reading groups
Timeline
Youth Librarian
Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library
09.2023 - Current
Part-Time Librarian
Mercantile Library
05.2023 - 11.2023
Medical Dispute Appeals Assistant
Sheakley UniComp
10.2022 - Current
Master of Arts - Library Science
Syracuse University
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